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Dallas Wings at Chicago Sky odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Dallas Wings at Chicago Sky odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Dallas Wings (9-25) and Chicago Sky (12-22) meet Sunday at Wintrust Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Wings vs. Sky odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Sky lead 2-1

Dallas is amidst a 3-game losing streak after falling to the Atlanta Dream 107-96 Friday. G Arike Ogunbowale had 22 points, 8 dimes and 6 boards in the setback. She’s averaging 26.6 points per game over the last 5 games.

The Sky snapped a 7-game losing streak with a 92-78 victory over the LA Sparks Friday. F Angel Reese had 24 points and 12 boards. However, she disclosed on social media that she will miss the remainder of the season with a wrist injury. This is a huge blow to a team that’s tied with Atlanta for the 8th seed in the playoffs.

Wings at Sky odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:35 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wings -188 (bet $188 to win $100) | Sky +152 (bet $100 to win $152)
Against the spread: Wings -4 (-112) | Sky +4 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 170.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Wings at Sky picks and predictions

Prediction

Wings 81, Sky 69

Moneyline

Losing Reese, the likely runner-up for WNBA Rookie of the Year, is a crushing blow to a team that just snapped a 7-game skid. G Chennedy Carter becomes the focal point on offense, and she can score in bunches. But Reese was averaging 13.1 rebounds per game, which will hurt them underneath.

Dallas wins, but the ML is too pricey. Instead, take ARIKE OGUNBOWALE OVER 21.5 POINTS (-104). She’s had 31, 35 and 25 against Chicago already this season.

Against the spread

The Sky are 7-3 in the last 10 meetings, but they’re just 3-6-1 ATS in the process. Dallas will be able to score at will, and Carter is going to need to drop 30 to keep the Sky in it.

Take WINGS -4 (-112).

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Over/Under

This total seems really high, and maybe Vegas is counting on Reese’s absence to open up the lane more. The 3 meetings this season have amounted to totals of: 155, 157 and 166.

Take the UNDER 170.5 (-110).

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Chicago Sky at Minnesota Lynx odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Chicago Sky at Minnesota Lynx odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago Sky (11-20) and Minnesota Lynx (23-9) meet Sunday at Target Center in Minneapolis. Tip-off is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Sky vs. Lynx odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Lynx lead 1-0

These teams met in Chicago earlier this season on June 30, and Minnesota picked up a 70-62 win while narrowly covering as 7-point favorites as the Under (163) connected.

Chicago suffered a 100-81 loss against the Indiana Fever at home on Friday, coming nowhere near covering as a 6.5-point underdog as the Over (163.5) cashed.

In the losing effort, rookie F Angel Reese had 10 points with 11 rebounds, staying in until the final moments of a blowout to secure the double-double. As such, with the 23rd double-double of the season, she passed Tina Charles for the most double-doubles for a rookie in a single season. In addition, she also passed Charles for the rookie record of rebounds in a single season.

The Sky have dropped 5 straight games, while going 2-8 across the past 10 outings. Chicago is just 4-6 against the spread (ATS) in that 10-game span.

The Lynx was blown out in Dallas on Friday, falling 94-76 as a 7.5-point favorite as the Under (170.5) cashed. That snapped a 7-game win streak, and a 6-game cover run. The Over is 4-2 across the previous 6 outings.

Sky at Lynx odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sky +520 (bet $100 to win $520) | Lynx -800 (bet $800 to win $100)
Against the spread: Sky +11.5 (-106) | Lynx -11.5 (-114)
Over/Under (O/U): 157.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Sky at Lynx picks and predictions

Prediction

Lynx 86, Sky 69

Moneyline

Backing Minnesota (-800) straight, or as part of a multi-leg parlay, is not a recommended betting strategy. As a standalone wager, you must risk 8 times your potential return, and that’s just not terribly smart.

AVOID.

Against the spread

Take MINNESOTA -11.5 (-114) laying the points, as it has been money against the spread lately.

The Lynx failed to cover in the loss in the Metroplex on Friday, but Minnesota is 6-1 ATS across the past 7 outings since emerging from the Olympic break.

For Chicago +11.5 (-106), it has failed to cover the past 2 outings, while going just 5-7 ATS in the previous 12 outings. As a double-digit underdog, though, Chicago has covered 3 straight, while going 4-1 ATS this season, so be careful.

Over/Under

UNDER 157.5 (-110) is worth a look, but it could be a close shave.

The Under cashed in the 1st meeting back on June 30, as the teams combined for just 132 points with a total of 163.

Minnesota has cashed low on the total in 6 of the past 8 home games. For Chicago, the Under has a 3-2 edge in the past 5 contests.

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Washington Mystics at Chicago Sky odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Washington Mystics at Chicago Sky odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Mystics (8-22) and Chicago Sky (11-18) meet Wednesday at Wintrust Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Mystics vs. Sky odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Mystics have won their past 2 games, while covering in 3 in a row. Washington is looking for a season-high 3rd consecutive victory. The Under has cashed in the past 3 outings, too.

Although the Sky have dropped 3 in a row, Chicago is a solid 3-1 against the spread (ATS) in the past 4 outings. The Under and Over have alternated in each of the past 9 games dating back to July 10.

Chicago rookie Angel Reese has been unreal lately, posting 20 or more rebounds in 3 consecutive outings. She is the 1st player in WNBA history to record 20 or more rebounds in 3 straight games. She had a career-best 22 boards against Las Vegas last time out, and she is averaging a ridiculous 14.3 points, 20.7 rebounds and 1.3 blocked shots per game in the past 3 outings.

This is the 1st meeting in Chicago. The Sky won the 1st meeting in D.C. on June 6, a 79-71 win as a 3-point favorite, while cashing the Under (156). In the 2nd meeting, Washington edged Chicago 83-81 as a 2.5-point underdog as the Over (158.5) connected.

Mystics at Sky odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:39 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mystics -144 (bet $144 to win $100) | Sky +118 (bet $100 to win $118)
Against the spread: Mystics -2.5 (-108) | Sky +2.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 158.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Mystics at Sky picks and predictions

Prediction

Mystics 80, Sky 75

Moneyline

While Chicago (+118) has been the better team this season, WASHINGTON (-144) is red-hot lately, and searching for its 3rd consecutive victory.

The Mystics are catching the Sky at the right time, as Chicago has dropped 3 in a row despite the fact Reese has been piling up the rebounds lately. In fact, the Sky have won just twice in the 8 outings since July 11. Back the visitors.

Against the spread

If you’re a little more adventurous, forget about the moneyline and take WASHINGTON -2.5 (-108) on the road.

The Mystics have won 5 of the past 6 meetings, too, while going 4-1 ATS in the past 5 in the series. Washington has covered 3 in a row since Aug. 18, and it is 15-5 ATS in the past 20 games.

On the flip side, while the Sky is 3-1 ATS in the past 4 contests, they’re just 2-5 ATS in the past 7 games at home.

Over/Under

UNDER 158.5 (-110) is worth a look, but go lightly.

The Under has hit in 5 of the past 6 meetings, although the Over hit in the most recent battle on June 14.

The total has gone low in 3 straight for the Mystics, while going 5-2 across the previous 7 games.

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Chicago Sky at Phoenix Mercury odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Chicago Sky at Phoenix Mercury odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago Sky (11-15) and Phoenix Mercury (14-13) meet at Footprint Center Sunday. Tip-off is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Sky vs. Mercury odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Mercury lead 1-0

These teams just met Thursday in the 1st game back from the Olympic break, with Phoenix posting an 85-65 win at Wintrust Arena in Chicago as a 5.5-point favorite as the Under (163) cashed.

Mercury G Kahleah Copper, playing in her 1st game back in Chicago since being traded, rolled up a game-high 29 points on 12-of-29 shooting with 3 triples. C Brittney Griner added 23 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists, 5 blocked shots and 2 steals on 10-of-12 shooting.

The Sky rebounded from that sound beating, picking up a 90-86 win at Los Angeles on Friday night as a 2.5-point favorite as the Over (160.5) cashed. Despite the cover, Chicago is still just 5-7 against the spread (ATS) in the past 12 games. The Over and Under have alternated in the past 6 outings.

Sky rookie F Angel Reese had 14 points and 11 rebounds in 34 minutes in L.A., and she went for 11 points with 15 boards in the 1st battle with Phoenix on Thursday.

Sky at Mercury odds

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Moneyline (ML): Sky +270 (bet $100 to win $270) | Mercury -355 (bet $355 to win $100)
Against the spread: Sky +7.5 (-112) | Mercury -7.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 166.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Sky at Mercury picks and predictions

Prediction

Mercury 87, Sky 76

Moneyline

In this rematch from Thursday, Phoenix (-355) is likely to get the win again. However, you cannot risk more than 3 times your potential return. That’s way too much risk for not nearly enough reward, even if you were to fold this pick into a multi-leg parlay.

PASS, and focus on the spread instead.

Against the spread

PHOENIX -7.5 (-108) is a strong play at home. The Mercury just routed Chicago +7.5 (-112) by 20 points at Wintrust Arena on Thursday. There is no reason to believe the Sky will suddenly turn things around, especially in the Valley of the Sun.

Chicago pushed around Los Angeles last time out, but that’s because the Sparks are missing rookie Cameron Brink, and they’re a bit undersized. The Mercury certainly have the size in the middle, as well as a balanced attack with solid perimeter shooting.

Over/Under

UNDER 166.5 (-110) is a strong play in this rematch in the desert.

The Under (163) easily cashed in their game on Thursday, with 150 combined points. The Sky defense has been leaky lately, allowing 81 or more points in 5 straight outings, and 7 of the previous 8 contests.

For Phoenix, the Over has cashed in 5 of the past 6 games, but that lone Under was against the Sky.

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Team USA vs. WNBA All-Stars odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Team USA vs. WNBA All-Stars odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Team USA and WNBA All-Stars meet Saturday at Footprint Center in Phoenix. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Team USA vs. WNBA All-Stars odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Team USA gets a big tune-up game ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. The 12 Team USA members are G Chelsea Gray, G Kelsey Plum, C A’ja Wilson and G Jackie Young of the Las Vegas Aces, G Sabrina Ionescu and F Breanna Stewart of the New York Liberty, Minnesota Lynx F Napheesa Collier, Seattle Storm G Jewell Loyd, Connecticut Sun F Alyssa Thomas and the Phoenix Mercury trio of G/F Kahleah Copper, C Brittney Griner and G Diana Taurasi, who will get to play on their homecourt.

The WNBA All-Star team features Rookie of the Year contenders G Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever and F Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky. They’ll be joined by F/G DeWanna Bonner and F Brionna Jones of the Sun, Clark’s Fever teammates F/C Aliyah Boston and G Kelsey Mitchell, Atlanta Dream G Allisha Gray — who won both the 3-Point Contest and the Skills Challenge Friday night — Los Angeles Sparks F Dearica Hamby, Liberty C Jonquel Jones, Lynx G Kayla McBride, Dallas Wings G Arike Ogunbowale and Storm F Nneka Ogwumike.

Team USA vs. WNBA All-Stars odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:15 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Team USA -250 (bet $250 to win $100) | WNBA All-Stars +205 (bet $100 to win $205)
Against the spread: Team USA -6.5 (-105) | WNBA All-Stars +6.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 187.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Team USA vs. WNBA All-Stars picks and predictions

Prediction

Team USA 102, WNBA All-Stars 91

Moneyline

Team USA (-250) will set you back 2½ times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not nearly enough reward.

In addition, the U.S. Olympics entry, while superstars in their own right in the WNBA, haven’t played together enough ahead of Paris, so we might see some disjointed play as they attempt to build some chemistry. Expect the play to be a little choppy early on, although they’re the best of the best and we should see Team USA pull away in the end.

PASS on the expensive moneyline.

Against the spread

Lay the points with TEAMS USA -6.5 (-105), although, again, this team is playing its 1st real game together, and you can expect a bit of a slow start against a star-studded Team WNBA side.

In fact, backing the WNBA ALL-STARS +3.5 (-125) with the points on the FIRST-HALF LINE is a recommended play.

Over/Under

OVER 187.5 (-115) is a strong play in this star-studded affair in the desert.

Team USA has the potential to hit triple digits in this Olympic tune-up, and Clark, Reese and company will give them all they can handle before fading away in a high-scoring 2nd half of action.

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New York Liberty at Chicago Sky odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s New York Liberty at Chicago Sky odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New York Liberty (19-4) and Chicago Sky (9-13) meet Saturday at Wintrust Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Liberty vs. Sky odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Liberty lead 2-1

The Liberty are shooting for their 20th victory of the season. After losing 90-81 against the Sky at Barclays Center as a 16.5-point favorite May 23, New York has bounced back with 2 straight wins by at least 13 points against Chicago. The Liberty covered both of those outings, too.

The Over is 2-1 in the 3 meetings between these teams, with the Liberty averaging 86.7 points per game (PPG) while allowing 80.3.

The Sky have won 3 of their past 5 games, but they lost the front end of the back-to-back set with New York Thursday. The Sky are also 3-2 ATS in the span.

Rookie F Angel Reese scored 10 points with 10 rebounds against the Liberty Thursday, and she has 15 consecutive double-doubles. She is averaging 12.0 PPG and 9.7 RPG in 3 meetings with the Liberty this season.

Liberty at Sky odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:52 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Liberty -265 (bet $265 to win $100) | Sky +210 (bet $100 to win $210)
Against the spread: Liberty -5.5 (-112) | Sky +5.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 163.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Liberty at Sky picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 86, Sky 79

Moneyline

New York (-265) will cost you nearly 3 times your potential return, and that’s quite expensive. Remember, while the Liberty have won the past 2 meetings, including Thursday, by at least 13 points, this is also a New York team which lost as a double-digit favorite to Chicago earlier in the season.

PASS, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

Backing NEW YORK -5.5 (-112) is the best play. The Liberty have dominated the past 2 meetings, winning by an average of 14.0 PPG. Chicago +5.5 (-108) has managed a 5-11 ATS mark in the past 16 games.

The Sky are 2-6 ATS in the past 8 games at home, too, including a 13-point loss to the Liberty June 4 in the most recent meeting at Wintrust Arena.

On the flip side, the Liberty are 6-2 ATS in the past 8 tries on the road.

Over/Under

OVER 163.5 (-112) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

For the Liberty, they have cashed the Under in 4 of the past 5 games, but the lone Over result was Thursday at home against the Sky, cashing by a half-point at most shops on a total of 166.5.

The Sky have hit the Over at a 3-2 mark in the past 5 games while going 9-4 in the past 13 outings, including a slight 4-3 edge to the Over in the past 7 home contests.

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Las Vegas Aces at Chicago Sky odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Las Vegas Aces at Chicago Sky odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Las Vegas Aces (8-6) and Chicago Sky (6-9) meet Thursday at Wintrust Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (Prime Video). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Aces vs. Sky odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Aces went 5-0 vs. Sky last year — 3-0 in regular season and 2-0 in playoffs

The Aces picked up a pair of home wins prior to the Commissioner’s Cup title game break, building some confidence. Las Vegas topped the Seattle Storm 94-83 as a 6.5-point favorite as the Over (173) cashed June 19, before upending the Connecticut Sun 85-74 to cover as a 5-point favorite with the Under (165.5) hitting Friday.

Aces superstar C A’ja Wilson was good for 26 points and 16 rebounds in the win over the Sun. The South Carolina product leads the W in points (27.8) and rebounds (11.6) per game, while ranking 2nd in blocks (2.4) per game. She also averages 2.5 assists and 1.9 steals.

After a 1-4 straight-up (SU) skid, and 0-5 against the spread (ATS) drought, the Aces have won and covered back-to-back games for the first time since May 25-29.

The Sky nipped the Indiana Fever 88-87 Sunday in their most recent game. However, Chicago failed to cover as a 1.5-point home favorite with the Over (169.5) cashing. Rookie F Angel Reese scored a career-high 25 points to go along with 16 rebounds as the Sky rallied from a 15-point deficit late in the 3rd quarter. It was Reese’s 8th consecutive double-double, a WNBA rookie record. G Chennedy Carter chimed in with 23 points, 5 assists and 2 boards.

It was the 1st time since Chicago won back-to-back games since the 2nd and 3rd games of the season. But the Sky are just 1-5 ATS in the past 6 games, and 2-7 ATS across the previous 9.

Aces at Sky odds

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Moneyline (ML): Aces -590 (bet $590 to win $100) | Sky +410 (bet $100 to win $410)
Against the spread: Aces -10 (-110) | Sky +10 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 170.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Aces at Sky picks and predictions

Prediction

Aces 94, Sky 85

Moneyline

Las Vegas (-590) will cost nearly 6 times the potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not nearly enough reward, either as a standalone bet or part of a multi-leg parlay.

Over the long term, betting such heavy favorites is a losing strategy, and therefore not recommended.

PASS.

Against the spread

Back CHICAGO +10 (-110) catching double digits at home, although know that it is likely going to be a close shave.

Las Vegas has looked more like itself lately, but it still is only coming off back-to-back wins and covers at home. On the road, the Aces are just 1-3 ATS in the past 4 tries. So, until they start ticking off covers on the road, fade them.

Also, as a double-digit favorite, Las Vegas is 1-4 ATS in 5 tries this season, while Chicago not only covered its only previous game as a double-digit underdog, but it also won outright 90-81 at the New York Liberty May 23.

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Over/Under

OVER 170.5 (-112) might be the best play on the board.

The Aces offense managed 89.5 point per game (PPG) across their modest 2-game resurgence, and the Aces have scored 85 or more points in 5 of their past 6 outings. The Over is 4-2 in that 6-game span, too. In addition, Las Vegas has conceded 90 or more points in 4 of the past 6 games.

The Sky have cashed high on the total in 5 of the past 6 games, as the offense has also produced 80 or more points in 5 of the previous 6 outings. The defense is still rather giving, too, allowing 83 or more points in 5 of the previous 6 contests.

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Indiana Fever at Chicago Sky odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Indiana Fever at Chicago Sky odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Indiana Fever (7-10) and Chicago Sky (5-9) meet Sunday at Wintrust Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Fever vs. Sky odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Fever lead 2-0

The Fever have started to piece things together after a 1-8 straight up (SU) start. Indiana has won and covered 4 straight, with the offense going for 88 or more points in each of those contests. The Over is on a 4-0 run as a result.

That win streak includes a 91-83 win over the Sky on June 16 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, as the Fever covered a 2.5-point spread while the Over (168.5) connected.

Indiana shot a blistering 56.5% (35-of-62) in that most recent win over Chicago, while hitting 44.4% (8-of-18) from downtown. The free-throw shooting still needs work, as the Fever was just 68.4% (13-of-19) from the charity stripe.

Indiana had 11 blocked shots, though, including 5 from Aliyah Boston. Meanwhile, Caitlin Clark had 23 points on 7-of-11 shooting, while posting 9 assists, 8 rebounds and 2 blocked shots with 3 triples.

Chicago’s Angel Reese had 11 points and 13 rebounds in a losing effort, while fellow rookie Kamilla Cardoso also had a double-double (10 points, 10 rebounds). Reese ripped down a career-high 18 rebounds in Thursday’s win over the Dallas Wings to set a WNBA rookie record.

Fever at Sky odds

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Moneyline (ML): Fever -118 (bet $118 to win $100) | Sky -104 (bet $104 to win $100)
Against the spread: Fever -1 (-112) | Sky +1 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 169.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Fever at Sky picks and predictions

Prediction

Fever 87, Sky 84

Moneyline

Indiana (-118) hits the road as a favorite for this battle against Chicago (-104) after having won the 1st 2 installments of this budding rivalry. To be fair, both meetings were in Indianapolis.

The Fever put it on the Sky in the most recent meeting last Sunday afternoon, dropping 91 on Chicago, the most points an opponent has scored against the Sky this season.

Look for Clark and her Fever teammates to remain perfect on the season against the Sky. But PASS and bet the moneyline which offers a better price on the Fever.

Against the spread

Bet INDIANA -1 (-112) for all the above reasons at a slightly cheaper price than the moneyline.

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Over/Under

OVER 169.5 (-110) is a decent play in this matinee game in Chitown, but be careful, as we could get a sluggish start before the offense picks up.

The 1st meeting saw a combined 141 points, and that defense came in a game Cardoso was still making her way back from a shoulder injury. The Over-Under is 1-1 in the 2 meetings, both in Indy, so far this season.

The Over has cashed in 4 of the past 5 games for the Sky, while hitting in 4 straight for the Fever.

This is the highest total for Chicago this season. In 2 previous games with a total of 168.5, including the most recent game against Indiana, the Over hit both times.

As far as Indiana is concerned, in games with a total of 167 or higher, the Over is 7-1 in the past 8 tries.

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Chicago Sky at Indiana Fever odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Chicago Sky at Indiana Fever odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago Sky (4-8) and Indiana Fever (4-10) meet Sunday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Tip-off is scheduled for noon ET (Prime Video). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Sky vs. Fever odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Fever lead 1-0

The Sky have dropped a season-high 3 straight games, and 2 of those losses were at home. A lack of defense has been the issue, as Chicago has given up at least 83 points in each of the games, for 85.0 points per game (PPG). It’s no surprise the Over is on a 3-0 run during the stretch.

The Chicago offense has done its part, going for at least 75 points in 5 straight outings. Rookie Angel Reese had 10 points and a career-high 14 rebounds in an 83-81 loss at the Washington Mystics last time out on Friday. She has 10 or more rebounds in 6 straight games, while posting 5 straight double-doubles.

The Fever picked up the pace in the Commissioner’s Cup, going 3-2 in the 5 games from June 1-13. They kicked off the solid run with a 71-70 win over the Sky in Indianapolis on June 1, winning as a 1.5-point underdog as the Under (168) cashed.

Rookie Caitlin Clark managed to score 11 points with 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 turnovers with a pair of 3-pointers in the 1st head-to-head matchup with her college nemesis Reese. That was also the same game as the Chennedy Carter controversy, when she intentionally hip-checked Clark. Anyway, get your popcorn!

Sky at Fever odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:48 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sky +106 (bet $100 to win $106) | Fever -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Against the spread: Sky +2 (-110) | Fever -2 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 165.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Sky at Fever picks and predictions

Prediction

Fever 85, Sky 81

Moneyline

INDIANA (-130) has picked up the pace after a super slow start. After a disastrous game at Connecticut, when coach Christie Sides benched her starters for most of the 2nd half, the team responded well against the Atlanta Dream at home last time out on Thursday.

When the Fever stop playing hero ball, and work together, this is a team with some potential. Clark cannot do it all on her own, but she tries sometimes, but doesn’t have to. There are players more than capable, and lately it has showed.

Aliyah Boston went off for 27 points and 13 rebounds on 12-of-21 shooting against the Mystics, while Kelsey Mitchell was good for 24 points, including 3 triples, in the win. If the team can get secondary and tertiary scoring, not only can Indiana top Chicago, but it could make some noise in the East.

Against the spread

INDIANA -2 (-110) is a better value laying the little bit of points. Yes, last time these teams played, Clark and the Fever won by just a single point. But Chicago +2 (-110) has had some trouble defensively, and Indiana is playing with a little extra lately. Look for the Fever to grab the cover.

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Over/Under

OVER 165.5 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most. Conviction is not terribly high, as these teams combined for just 141 points in the first meeting.

However, the lean is high based on Chicago’s lack of defense lately. Indiana has hit the Over in 4 in a row, and 7 of the past 8. In fact, the only Under during that 8-game span was against the Sky.

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Connecticut Sun at Chicago Sky odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Connecticut Sun at Chicago Sky odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Connecticut Sun (10-1) and Chicago Sky (4-6) meet Wednesday in a Commissioner’s Cup game at Wintrust Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Sun vs. Sky odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Sun lead 1-0

The Sun spanked the Indiana Fever 89-72 Monday, covering as 10-point home favorites with the Over (159.5) cashing. It was a nice bounceback for Connecticut, which suffered its 1st loss of the season Saturday against the visiting New York Liberty 82-75. The Sun were 2.5-point underdogs in that setback as the Liberty entered 9-2 — and are now 11-2 after a win Sunday.

Back to Connecticut. It opened the season 1-4 against the spread (ATS) but is 4-2 ATS in the past 6 games. As far as the total, it’s been a series of runs. The Over was 4-0 in 4 games from May 17-25, followed by a 4-0 Under run from May 28-June 4. The Over has connected in the previous 2 games.

The Sky already have a home loss to the Sun this season, falling 86-82 at Wintrust Arena May 25. Though the Sky covered as 5-point underdogs with the Over (160) hitting.

Chicago has dropped 3 of the past 4 games, while also going 1-3 ATS in the span. The Under is on a 5-1 run, although the Over cashed last time out in an 89-80 home loss to the Atlanta Dream Saturday.

Rookie F Angel Reese posted 13 points and 13 rebounds in the loss to Atlanta, which covered as a 1-point favorite. Reese has 3 consecutive double-doubles, posting 10 or more boards in 4 in a row, and in 5 of the past 6 outings.

Sun at Sky odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:18 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sun -325 (bet $325 to win $100) | Sky +250 (bet $100 to win $250)
Against the spread: Sun -7 (-112) | Sky +7 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 154 (O: -106 | U: -114)

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Sun at Sky picks and predictions

Prediction

Sun 80, Sky 71

Moneyline

Connecticut (-325) will set you back 3.25 times, which is way too much risk for not enough reward.

Even if you were to include the Sun in a multi-team parlay, it would suck all of the value out of your ticket.

AVOID and focus on the spread.

Against the spread

CHICAGO +7 (-108) is worth a look catching more than 3 buckets at home.

The Sky already covered once in a similar situation back on May 25, losing 86-82 at home to Connecticut, while Chicago covered as a 5-point underdog.

Backing the Sky are risky, though, going just 1-3 ATS in the past 4 games, and 1-3 ATS in the past 4 outings at home, too.

The Sun are 3-1 ATS in the past 4 games, too, but they’re 1-2 ATS in 3 road games, including the already-mentioned non-cover at the Sky.

Over/Under

UNDER 154 (-114) is worth playing lightly in this Commissioner’s Cup battle. Go with a half-unit play at most.

The Sun have cashed Unders in 4 of the past 6 games, while the Sky are on a 5-1 Under run in their past 6 games.

Go lightly, though, as these teams combined for 168 points in the 1st meeting, back in Chitown May 25.

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