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Indiana Fever at Minnesota Lynx odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Indiana Fever (10-14) and Minnesota Lynx (16-7) meet Target Center in Minneapolis. Tip-off is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Fever vs. Lynx odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Fever won 3-1 in 2023

The Fever picked up a 95-86 win against the visiting Phoenix Mercury Friday, cashing as a 2-point favorite as the Over (173.5) connected. The Fever have alternated wins and losses, and covers and non-covers, in each of the past 6 games.

Indiana is 2-4 straight up (SU) and 3-3 against the spread (ATS) in 6 previous games on the road against Western Conference opponents.

Caitlin Clark might not be close to setting the rookie WNBA record for double-doubles like her nemesis Angel Reese, but she now has the longest active streak among rookies with 5 in a row. CC22 is averaging 19.2 points, 12.4 assists and 7.6 rebounds across the 5-game span. She has also recorded 8 steals and 5 blocked shots in the past 3 contests.

The Lynx suffered an embarrassing 91-63 loss at Seattle on Friday, and they didn’t come close to covering as a 6.5-point underdog as the total (154) pushed at most shops. Minnesota is a mediocre 3-4 SU across the past 7 games, while going 1-4 ATS in the previous 5 outings. The Under is on a 5-0–1 run in the past 6 games, and 11-3-1 across the past 15 contests.

Against the Eastern Conference, the Lynx are 3-1 SU and 2-2 ATS in 4 home games this season. They’re also 1-2 SU and 0-3 ATS in the past 3 tries overall against the East.

Fever at Lynx odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 10:37 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Fever +148 (bet $100 to win $148) | Lynx -184 (bet $184 to win $100)
Against the spread: Fever +3.5 (-106) | Lynx -2.5 (-114)
Over/Under (O/U): 162.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Fever at Lynx picks and predictions

Prediction

Lynx 81, Fever 76

Moneyline

MINNESOTA (-184) is a good, but costly, play straight up if you’re a little more on the conservative side, and you’d prefer to just pick a winner without fiddling around with the points. A lot of casual bettors, especially new bettors to the WNBA, might find that to be a better option, albeit one which is slightly more expensive.

Against the spread

The more experienced, and slightly more adventurous, bettors will want to back MINNESOTA -3.5 (-114) at home.

The Lynx are coming off an embarrassing 28-point pounding by the Storm in Seattle, so expect Minnesota to return to its home court, especially in front of a capacity crowd, carrying a bit of a chip on its collective shoulders.

Indiana +3.5 (-106) has managed to win and cover 3 times in the past 5 outings, but it is just 1-2 ATS in the past 3 tries against Western Conference teams on the road.

Over/Under

UNDER 162.5 (-110) might be the best play on the board.

While the total has gone high in the past 2 games, the Under is 4-2 for the Fever in the previous 6 contests, including the past 3 games on the road against Western Conference foes.

For the Lynx, it’s been all about the Under lately. The Under is 5-0-1 in the past 6 games, while going 11-3-1 across the previous 15 outings. Go low, and feel confidently in doing so.

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Washington Mystics at Indiana Fever odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Washington Mystics (5-17) and Indiana Fever (9-13) meet Wednesday afternoon at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Tip-off is scheduled for noon ET (NBATV). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Mystics vs. Fever odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Fever lead 2-0

The Mystics suffered a 74-67 road loss Saturday against the Minnesota Lynx last time out on Saturday, but they covered as 9-point underdogs with the Under (158) cashing. Washington has dropped 4 of the past 5 games, but it is on an impressive 6-1 against-the-spread (ATS) run and is 10-2 ATS in the past 12 outings.

The Fever won the most recent matchup in this series June 19 at Indianapolis, topping the Mystics 88-81 as 5-point favorites with the Over (167) connecting.

Indiana is brimming with confidence after taking down the 1st-place New York Liberty 83-78 Saturday. The Fever were 10.5-point underdogs and the Under (174) cashed. Indiana is a solid 6-3 in the past 9 games, while going 7-2 ATS in the impressive span. The Under is 4-0 in its previous 4 outings.

Rookie G Caitlin Clark became the first rookie in WNBA history with a triple-double in the win vs. the Liberty, posting 19 points, 13 assists and 12 rebounds.

Mystics 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 3:19 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mystics +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Fever -280 (bet $280 to win $100)
Against the spread: Mystics +6 (-108) | Fever -6 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 167.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Mystics at Fever picks and predictions

Prediction

Fever 84, Mystics 80

Moneyline

Indiana (-280) will cost 2.8 times the potential return, and that’s just a bit too steep for a standalone wager. If you’re playing a multi-leg parlay, or a Same-Game Parlay (SGP) with player props, backing the Fever on the moneyline can certainly be excused. However, betting such strong favorites is a poor long-term betting strategy.

AVOID and look to the line instead.

Against the spread

WASHINGTON +6 (-108) is worth playing lightly catching the points.

This is the most points Indiana has been favored by this season. The Fever were 5.5-point favorites May 28 against the visiting Los Angeles Sparks, and Indiana lost outright 88-82.

However, as mentioned, Indiana did win 88-81 against Washington as a 5-point favorite June 19. Indiana is just 1-2 ATS in 3 games this season when it is favored by 3.5 points or more.

Over/Under

UNDER 167.5 (-108) is a strong play in this matinee affair.

The Under has cashed in 4 straight outings for the Fever, including its confidence-building win over the Liberty last time out. The total went low despite Clark’s triple-double heroics.

Again, we’ll be betting the opposite way of how this matchup went before, as the total went Over June 19, as well as June 7 in the nation’s capital. However, the Mystics have cashed Unders in 3 of the past 4 outings, and we should see the offense for both sides get out of the gates slowly with a mid-week afternoon tip time.

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New York Liberty at Indiana Fever odds, picks and predictions

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

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The New York Liberty (17-3) and Indiana Fever (8-13) meet Saturday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Tip-off is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Liberty vs. Fever odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Liberty leads 3-0

Rookie G Caitlin Clark and the Fever hope the 4th time is a charm. They’re 0-3 vs. the Liberty this season and 1-2 against the spread (ATS) in those losses.

New York won at Indiana 102-66 as an 8.5-point favorite May 16 with the Under (170) cashing. The other 2 wins came in New York (91-80 as a 13-point favorite May 18 and 104-68 as a 14.5-point fave June 2). The average margin of the 3 Liberty’s victories is 27.7 points per game (PPG).

Entering Saturday, Indiana has dropped 3 of its past 4 games and cashed 3 Unders in a row. The Fever are 1-2 ATS in the past 3 games after a 5-0 ATS run June 13-23.

New York has won 5 regular-season games in a row since a 99-93 setback at Phoenix June 18 — the Liberty lost 94-89 to the Minnesota Lynx in the Commissioner’s Cup final June 25. Including that title game, the Liberty are 2-5 ATS in the past 7 games, while the Under has hit in the past 2 contests.

Liberty 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 7:14 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Liberty -500 (bet $500 to win $100) | Fever +360 (bet $100 to win $360)
Against the spread: Liberty -9.5 (-112) | Fever +9.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 173 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Liberty at Fever picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 89, Fever 76

Moneyline

New York (-500) will cost 5 times the potential return. While the Liberty have dominated this season series, you still can’t risk that much for such a small return.

Even as part of a multi-leg parlay, it makes no sense to include such a heavy favorite on your ticket.

AVOID.

Against the spread

NEW YORK -9.5 (-112) has won all 3 meetings vs. Indiana this season by at least 11 points, including two 36-point beatdowns.

The Liberty have won 5 straight regular-season games, and it has covered 2 of the past 3 of those outings.

After a hot stretch, the Fever dropped 3 of the past 4 games, while going 1-2 ATS in the past 3 outings.

Over/Under

UNDER 173 (-110) might be the best play on the board.

The Under has cashed in 3 straight games for the Fever, who averaged just 78.0 PPG in the stretch.

The Liberty have hit the Under in each of the past 2 outings, averaging 78.5 PPG on offense, while conceding just 71.0 PPG.

While the Over is 2-1 in the previous 3 meetings between these sides, the Under cashed in the only prior battle in Indianapolis.

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Indiana Fever at Phoenix Mercury odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Indiana Fever (7-12) and Phoenix Mercury (8-8) meet Sunday at Footprint Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Fever vs. Mystics odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Teams split 2-2 in 2023

The Fever were humbled 89-77 in Seattle on Thursday, failing to cover as a 9-point underdog as the Under (167) just hung on. Indiana saw its 5-game cover streak snapped, but an 8-0 Over run also came to an end.

Indiana is just 1-5 straight up (SU) against the Western Conference this season, while failing to cover the previous 4 against Western clubs. Despite Thursday’s Over in Seattle, the Over is 3-1 in the past 4 for the Fever against the West, while going 8-1 in the past 9 games, and 11-2 in the previous 13.

Rookie Caitlin Clark scored 15 points, including 3 treys, with 7 assists, 6 rebounds, a blocked shot and 6 turnovers in Seattle. She is the fastest player to reach 300 points, 100 assists and 100 rebounds, hitting those marks in just 19 games.

The Mercury posted a 92-78 win as a 10.5-point favorite against the Los Angeles Sparks Friday, while the Under (170.5) was able to connect.

The Merc have won 3 of the past 4 games outright, while covering at a 6-1 against the spread (ATS) clip in the past 7 outings. The Under has a slight 3-1 edge in the past 4 games, while going 8-4 in the past 12 contests.

Fever at Mercury odds

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Moneyline (ML): Fever +265 (bet $100 to win $265) | Mercury -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread: Fever +7.5 (-112) | Mercury -7.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 173.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Fever at Mercury picks and predictions

Prediction

Mercury 89, Fever 78

Moneyline

Phoenix (-350) will cost you 3 1/2 times your potential return, and that is way too much risk for not nearly enough reward. Betting such heavy favorites like that is not a recommended long-term strategy.

Even as part of a multi-leg parlay, including the Mercury sucks all of the value out of your ticket.

PASS.

Against the spread

Play PHOENIX -7.5 (-108) laying the points against Indiana +7.5 (-112).

It was the Fever of old in Seattle, failing to cover while losing by double-digit points. Still, this could be a close game, as Indiana is still 5-1 ATS in the past 6 games despite the non-cover last time out.

The Mercury have managed to cover 6 of the past 7, and the offense has on fire lately, going for 87 or more points in 5 of the past 6 outings.

Over/Under

UNDER 173.5 (-110) is worth a look in this afternoon battle.

The Under has cashed in 3 of the past 4 games for the Mercury, while going 8-4 across the past 12 contests. The Under has cashed in 3 of the past 4 games against Eastern Conference foes, too.

For the Fever, it’s been all about the Over lately, going 8-1 in the past 9 outings. However, that lone Under result came last time out on Thursday in Seattle.

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Indiana Fever at Seattle Storm odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Indiana Fever at Seattle Storm odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Indiana Fever (7-11) and Seattle Storm (10-6) meet Thursday at Climate Pledge Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (Prime Video). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Fever vs. Storm odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Storm lead 2-0

After a dismal 1-8 straight-up (SU) start, the Fever have started to piece things together. They’ve won 4 of the past 5 games, while covering the spread in all 5.

Indiana visited Seattle already this season, falling 85-83 May 22, but it was able to cover as 5.5-point underdog as the Over (167) cashed. The Storm also won in Indianapolis May 30, prevailing 103-88 as a 5.5-point favorite, again — with the Over (167.5) connecting.

Seattle G Jewell Loyd dropped 22 points, 6 assists and 2 triples in the May 30 win in Indianapolis. On the flip side, rookie Indiana G Caitlin Clark had 20 points with 9 assists and 3 treys, while F NaLyssa Smith posted 23 points and 10 boards. F Aliyah Boston also had a double-double, finishing with 11 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists.

The Storm have lost 2 of the past 3 games, while also going 1-2 against the spread (ATS). However, at home, Seattle has won 5 in a row, while covering the past 4 games. The last non-cover at CPA came against the Fever May 22.

Fever at Storm odds

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Moneyline (ML): Fever +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | Storm -480 (bet $480 to win $100)
Against the spread: Fever +9.5 (-110) | Storm -9.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 167.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Fever at Storm picks and predictions

Prediction

Storm 89, Fever 84

Moneyline

Seattle (-480) will cost nearly 5 times the potential return, which is way too risky. Indiana (+350) is playing with a lot more confidence than it was in the previous 2 installments, and the Fever nearly pulled off the road upset in their first visit to Climate Pledge Arena earlier in the season.

PASS.

Against the spread

Back INDIANA +9.5 (-110) as a solid underdog play in Seattle.

The Fever enter with a season-high 5 consecutive covers, while winning 4 of those games outright.

Seattle did rout Indiana at Gainbridge Fieldhouse by 15 points in the most recent meeting May 30, but at least the Fever have been playing much better since then. Clark, Boston, Smith and G Kelsey Mitchell are starting to jell nicely as a team.

Over/Under

OVER 167.5 (-110) is easily the best play on the board.

It’s been all about the Over for Indiana lately, cashing in 8 straight games, and 11 of the past 12 outings, including the most recent meeting with Indiana May 30.

The Storm dropped 103 points on the Fever in the most recent battle, and the Over has cashed in each of the 2 meetings to date. In fact, that 103-point outburst was a season high for Seattle. The Over has a slight 3-2 edge in the past 5 outings for the Storm, too.

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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

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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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Atlanta Dream at Indiana Fever odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Atlanta Dream at Indiana Fever odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Atlanta Dream (5-5) and Indiana Fever (3-10) meet Thursday in a Commissioner’s Cup game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN3). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Dream vs. Fever odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 2-2

The Dream might be a little angry after falling 87-68 at home Tuesday against the previously winless Washington Mystics as 6.5-point favorites. The embarrassing loss splashed cold water on the good feelings of an 89-80 road win against the Chicago Sky in the game prior.

The Fever also suffered a double-digit loss last time out, falling 89-72 at Connecticut as 10-point underdogs as the Over (159.5) cashed. Indiana coach Christie Sides benched the starters for a large chunk of the 2nd half, as rookie G Caitlin Clark was limited to just 22 minutes. Clark finished with 10 points on 3-of-8 shooting while posting an ugly minus-30 rating.

Indiana has won 2 of the past 4 games, but the 2 losses in the span are by an average of 26.5 points per game. The Over has cashed in 3 in a row, 6 of the past 7 outings, and 9 of the previous 11 contests.

Dream at Fever odds

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Moneyline (ML): Dream -142 (bet $142 to win $100) | Fever +116 (bet $100 to $116)
Against the spread: Dream -2.5 (-106) | Fever +2.5 (-114)
Over/Under (O/U): 165.5 (O: -104 | U: -118)

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Dream at Fever picks and predictions

Prediction

Fever 86, Dream 81

Moneyline

INDIANA (+116) is a solid value as a home ‘dog. It’s hard to trust Atlanta (-142) as a moderate favorite on the road, especially as it just produced the worst stinker of the season in a loss to the previously 0-12 Mystics.

It wasn’t that the Dream lost, either, although that would be bad enough. However, Atlanta lost by 19 points on its home court. That’s inexcusable. Look for Clark and company to be a nightmare for the Dream.

Against the spread

INDIANA +2.5 (-114) is worth a look if you’re a little more on the conservative side, and you’d like a little bit of wiggle room in the event of a close game.

Again, it’s hard to trust Atlanta -2.5 (-106), and the play should be on the Fever straight up for a much better value. Still, if you’d like a little insurance, play the points.

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Over/Under

OVER 165.5 (-104) is a strong play whenever the Fever are in action.

Indiana has cashed high on the total in 3 in a row and 6 of the past 7 outings. At home, the Over has connected in 3 of the past 4 games, too.

For Atlanta, the Under is 5-1 in the past 6 games, but the Over did cash in its most recent road game, and the Over is 3-1 in 4 road outings this season.

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Indiana Fever at Connecticut Sun odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Indiana Fever at Connecticut Sun odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Indiana Fever (3-9) and Connecticut Sun (9-1) meet Monday in a Commissioner’s Cup game at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Fever vs. Sun odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Sun lead 2-0

Indiana will play at Mohegan Sun Arena for the 2nd time this season. That 1st meeting was May 14 in the regular-season opener with Connecticut posting a 92-71 win as a 6.5-point favorite and the Under (166.5) cashing. The Fever played much better at home in the rematch May 20, but the Sun emerged victorious 88-84, but Indiana covered as a 5.5-point underdog and the Over (164) hit.

The Sun have won 10 straight meetings vs. the Fever. The last time Indiana beat Connecticut was July 3, 2021, back when G Caitlin Clark just finished her freshman campaign at Iowa.

Clark matched a career-high with 30 points in an 85-83 win at the Washington Mystics Friday. She also had 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals, but the Fever failed to cover as 3.5-point favorites. In the 2 meetings vs. the Sun, Clark averaged 18.5 PPG with 4.0 APG and 3.5 3-pointers.

Connecticut is coming off its 1st loss of the season, falling as a 2.5-point home underdog to the New York Liberty 82-75 Saturday — the Over (154) cashed. The Sun shot just 40.8% from the field (29-of-71), while going a dismal 25.0% (4-of-16) from behind the 3-point line.

Fever at Sun odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Fever +490 (bet $100 to win $490) | Sun -750 (bet $750 to win $100)
Against the spread: Fever +11 (-110) | Sun -11 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 159.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Fever at Sun picks and predictions

Prediction

Sun 80, Fever 72

Moneyline

Connecticut (-750) will cost 7½ times your potential return, and there is never a reason to justify risking that kind of money for such a small reward.

Even as part of a multi-leg parlay, including the Sun will suck all of the value out of your ticket.

AVOID and focus on the spread.

Against the spread

INDIANA +11 (-110) is a strong play catching double digits in this Commissioner’s Cup battle.

While Connecticut is sure to be angry after its 1st loss of the season, both of these teams are 2-1 straight up (SU) so far during the Commissioner’s Cup schedule. The Fever have been playing much better lately, and they covered the rematch against the Sun in Indianapolis.

The Fever are 1-2 ATS as a double-digit underdogs this season, but the Sun are 3-6 ATS in their past 9 games, including the non-cover at Indiana May 20.

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Over/Under

UNDER 159.5 (-108) might be the best play on the board in this standalone game Monday.

The Under is 4-1 in the past 5 games for the Sun, and the total went low in the opener in Uncasville between these teams.

Connecticut ranks No. 1 in the WNBA in scoring defense, allowing just 70.6 PPG, while allowing teams to hit just 28.2% from behind the 3-point line, ranking No. 2 in the W.

Meanwhile, Indiana ranks just No. 9 in scoring offense at 78.0 PPG, while hitting only 41.7% from the field, ranking 8th. It should have trouble solving Connecticut’s defense.

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