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Phoenix Mercury at Minnesota Lynx Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Phoenix Mercury at Minnesota Lynx Game 2 odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Phoenix Mercury and the Minnesota Lynx meet Wednesday for Game 2 of their 1st-round best-of-3 series. Tip-off from Target Center is 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s WNBA odds around the Mercury vs. Lynx odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Playoff series: Lynx lead 1-0; Lynx won regular-season series 3-1

The Mercury lost 102-95 in Game 1, but they gave the No. 2 seed all it could handle. Phoenix shot 50.0% (37-of-74) from the floor, and an amazing 51.9% (14-of-27) from behind the arc to hang around most of the game. If not for a dismal 63.6% (7-of-11) mark from the free-throw line, things could have gotten really interesting.

As it stands, Phoenix covered as a 10-point underdog as the Over (158.5) connected. Natasha Cloud was sensational, going for 33 points, 10 assist and 4 3-pointers, while Diana Taurasi turned back to the clock for 21 points and 5 triples.

Minnesota hit 49.3% (34-of-69) from the field, and just 41.7% (10-of-24) from downtown, so Phoenix was slightly better in those areas. But, the Lynx went 96.0% (24-of-25) from the free-throw line. Rebounding was exactly even, and Minnesota had 1 fewer turnover.

The Lynx were led by Napheesa Collier, who went for a game-high 38 points, while adding 6 rebounds, 4 assists and a blocked shot. She finished 11-of-19 from the field, and 13-of-14 from the charity stripe.

Mercury at Lynx odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 8:13 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mercury +340 (bet $100 to win $340) | Lynx -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Mercury +8.5 (-105) | Lynx -8.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 160.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Mercury at Lynx picks and predictions

Prediction

Lynx 89, Mercury 82

Moneyline

The Lynx (-450) will cost 4 1/2 times your potential return, if you want to be ultra safe and not worry about the points after the non-cover in Game 1. That’s not a recommended betting strategy, however, either as a standalone wager or a multi-leg parlay. It’s too much risk, and not enough reward.

PASS.

Against the spread

The MERCURY +8.5 (-105) are fighting to extend their season, as they try to get this best-of-3 series back to Phoenix for a decisive Game 3. The Merc are full of proud veterans, and this is a talented team.

Taurasi is a grizzled veteran who knows what it takes to win in the playoffs, as does Brittney Griner. Cloud is likely to take a step back after catching fire in Game 1, but Kahleah Copper had an off game, and she can easily go off. Don’t discount this team because of its sub-.500 regular-season record.

Minnesota is just 1-3 ATS in the past 4 games at home. It’s not hard to see it failing to cover again, but it’s hard to see it losing outright. The Lynx have just been too good in the 2nd half of the season, while the Merc has been disjointed and erratic.

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Over/Under

OVER 160.5 (-115) might be the best play on the board after Game 1.

These teams combined for 197 points on a total of just 158.5, comfortably cashing high with plenty of time to spare.

We should see a bit of a regression to the mean. However, the Lynx have cashed high in 4 in a row with Collier and Kayla McBride on the floor. That dynamic duo rested in the regular-season finale against Los Angeles with nothing to play for, so we’ll toss that game out.

The Mercury has gone high in 4 of the past 5 games since Sept. 13, and really, Seattle was resting players in the finale which went Under, too, so that game can be discarded, too. These are 2 teams ticking off a lot of Over results, and we should get another in Game 2.

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Phoenix Mercury at Minnesota Lynx Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Phoenix Mercury at Minnesota Lynx Game 1 odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Phoenix Mercury and the Minnesota Lynx meet Sunday for Game 1 of their 1st-round best-of-3 series. Tip-off from Target Center is 5 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s WNBA odds around the Mercury vs. Lynx odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Regular-season series: Lynx won 3-1

The Mercury finished 2 games under .500 at 19-21 during the regular season, but that was still good enough for the 7th seed. Phoenix managed a 9-11 record on the road, while going 0-2 straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS) is 2 meetings with the Lynx in Minneapolis. The Under cashed in each of those meetings in the Twin Cities, too.

Minnesota has dominated this series in recent years, going 8-2 SU and ATS in the past 10 meetings since 2022.

Phoenix wrapped up the regular season with 2 straight wins and covers on the road. That’s the good news. The bad news is that those victories were against non-playoff teams. The Mercury is just 2-13 SU and a dismal 1-13-1 ATS against playoff teams since June 22.

The Lynx fell 68-61 in the regular-season finale against the LA Sparks, but that was also a game where they rested key players, including star Napheesa Collier. Prior to that, Minnesota had won 6 in a row at home.

Mercury at Lynx odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 11:49 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mercury +390 (bet $100 to win $390) | Lynx -550 (bet $550 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Mercury +9.5 (-105) | Lynx -9.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 158.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Mercury at Lynx picks and predictions

Prediction

Lynx 84, Mercury 71

Moneyline

The Lynx (-550) will cost you more than 5 times your potential return. In other words, you must risk more than $10 for every $2 in profit, which is way too much risk for not enough reward.

Over the long haul, that’s a terrible betting strategy, no matter how likely a victory looks.

PASS.

Against the spread

The LYNX -9.5 (-115) is a solid play at home against the Mercury +9.5 (-105) in Game 1. The fact Minnesota scooped up the No. 2 seed in the playoffs isn’t a mistake. This is a very, very good team. Collier and the offense can pile up the points, especially at home.

In 2 home meetings with the Mercury in the regular season, Minnesota won by an average of 18.5 points per game (PPG), with Collier posting 18.5 PPG and 12.5 RPG in those 2 meetings in the Twin Cities. Collier has 3 double-doubles against Phoenix this season, averaging 17.3 PPG, 11.3 RPG and 3.8 APG in 4 regular-season meetings.

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Over/Under

UNDER 158.5 (-105) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

The Over-Under split in 4 regular-season meetings between these teams, including 1-1 in each team’s home game. However, Minnesota has cashed low in 5 of the past 6 home games, while going 6-3 in the past 9 outings to finish up the regular season.

For the Merc, the Over was 3-1 to close out the season, while the Over-Under went 3-3-1 in the final 7 on the road, so there isn’t a lot to glean there.

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Minnesota Lynx at Connecticut Sun odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Minnesota Lynx at Connecticut Sun odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Minnesota Lynx (29-9) and the Connecticut Sun (27-11) meet Monday at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Lynx vs. Sun odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Sun lead 2-0

The Lynx and Sun have 2 games remaining, and Minnesota is ahead in the standings for the No. 2 overall seed by 2 games. With a victory, the Lynx can lock in the No. 2 seed.

Minnesota has won 6 in a row since a stunning 94-76 loss at the Dallas Wings on Aug. 30, while going 4-1 against the spread (ATS) in the past 5 outings. The Under has cashed at a 3-1 pace in the past 4 contests, while the total has gone low at a 5-1 clip in the previous 6 games.

The Sun lost 84-71 in Las Vegas to the Aces on Sunday as a 5-point underdog, while hitting the Under (159.5). Connecticut is still 3-1 SU/ATS in the past 4 games, while the Under is 5-1 across the past 6 outings.

These teams last met July 4 in the Twin Cities, with the Sun winning 78-73 as a 3.5-point underdog as the Under (152) connected.

Lynx at Sun odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 10:48 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lynx -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Sun +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Against the spread: Lynx -2.5 (-105) | Sun +2.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 154.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Lynx at Sun picks and predictions

Prediction

Sun 78, Lynx 74

Moneyline

CONNECTICUT (+110) is a big value at home as short ‘dogs. The Sun have dropped the past 2 games at home against Western Conference clubs, but they have won 4 of the previous 6 outings.

The Sun is trying to finish up strong, and a win over the Lynx would bring back some of the good feelings from the team’s fast start.

Against the spread

If you want a little bit of insurance, playing CONNECTICUT +2.5 (-115) is worth a look. However, it’s obviously not as good of a value as taking the Sun straight up.

Unless you feel strongly that Minnesota -2.5 (-105) is going to win by 1 or 2 points, there is no sense taking the little bit of points. Back the moneyline instead for a much better value.

Over/Under

UNDER 154.5 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

The Under is on a 5-1 run in the past 6 games for Connecticut, while going 6-2 in the past 8 tries against Western Conference teams.

For Minnesota, the total has gone low at a 5-2 clip in the past 7 games, while the Under is holding a slight 3-2 edge in the previous 5 games on the road.

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Minnesota Lynx at New York Liberty odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Minnesota Lynx at New York Liberty odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Minnesota Lynx (28-9) and New York Liberty (31-6) meet Sunday at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Tip-off is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Lynx vs. Liberty odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Lynx lead 2-1

The Liberty can secure the top overall seed with a win over the 2nd-place Lynx, as New York has a 3-game lead in the standings with 3 games to go in the regular season. Minnesota is also trying to hold off the 3rd-place Connecticut Sun, as the Lynx are 1 game clear of them in the standings.

Minnesota has won 2 of 3 meetings with New York this season, including a 94-89 victory in the Commissioner’s Cup on June 25.

The Lynx have won 5 in a row, and 12 of the past 13 outings, while going 10-3 against the spread (ATS) in the span since Aug. 15, the 1st game out of the All-Star and Olympics break. The Under has cashed in the past 3 games, and 5 of the past 6 outings.

For the Liberty, they’ve won 5 in a row since dropping 2 of 3 games in late August. They’ve also covered the past 2 games, cashing in consecutive games against the number for the 1st time since a 7-0 ATS run from July 10-Aug. 20. The Under is 3-1 in the past 4 games, and 8-3 across the previous 11 outings.

Lynx at Liberty odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated 2:12 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lynx +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Liberty -185 (bet $185 to win $100)
Against the spread: Lynx +4.5 (-110) | Liberty -4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 159.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Lynx at Liberty picks and predictions

Prediction

Lynx 80, Liberty 76

Moneyline

MINNESOTA (+150) has been a real thorn in the side of New York (-185) this season, and it should be able to keep its hopes alive for the top seed for at least 1 more game, although it’s a tall order. The Lynx would have to win out, while the Liberty must lose out. Anything is possible, though.

One thing is for certain, the Liberty certainly doesn’t want to face the Lynx in the playoffs, as Minnesota has been one of a few teams to give them issues this season.

Against the spread

If you’re just not sold on playing MINNESOTA +4.5 (-110) straight up, taking the points isn’t a bad idea.

The Lynx are 2-1 SU and ATS in 3 meetings with New York -4.5 (-110) this season, and Minnesota is 9-3 ATS across the previous 12 outings. On the road, Minnesota is 5-2 ATS in the past 7 tries, too.

Over/Under

UNDER 159.5 (-110) might be the best play in this marquee clash between the top 2 teams in The W.

The Under is on a 3-0 run for the Lynx, while going 5-1 across the past 6 outings. The Under is 3-1 in the past 4 outings on the road for Minnesota, too, while going 2-0 in the 2 regular-season meetings with New York.

For the Liberty, the Under is on a 3-1 run, while going 8-3 across the past 111 outings. At home, New York has seen the total go low in 5 in a row.

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Chicago Sky at Minnesota Lynx odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Chicago Sky (13-23) and Minnesota Lynx (27-9) meet Friday at Target Center in Minneapolis. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ION). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Sky vs. Lynx odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Lynx lead 2-0

The Sky enter play with a 1-game lead over both the Atlanta Dream and Washington Mystics for the final playoff spot in the WNBA. Those 2 teams giving chase actually face one another Friday in Atlanta, so somebody’s going to get a win.

The Sky were awful last time against the Mystics, falling 89-58 at Wintrust Arena Wednesday as 1-point underdogs as the Under (162) cashed. Chicago will be without rookie rebounding machine F Angel Reese, but it is unlikely she could have made up for a 31-point difference.

Chicago is just 2-8 straight up (SU) in the past 10 games since Aug. 18 while going 3-4 against the spread (ATS) in the previous 7 contests. The Under is 4-1 in the past 5 outings while going 6-2 in the past 8 games.

For Minnesota, it has passed the Connecticut Sun for the 2nd spot in the WNBA standings, and the Lynx are 2nd in the league with a plus-6.8 point differential, too.

The Lynx have won 4 in a row while covering 2 of the past 3 outings. The Lynx are also 11-1 SU in the past 12 games while going 8-3-1 ATS in the span. The Under is 4-1 across the pat 5 outings, including a 79-74 win over the Sky Sept. 1 in the most recent meeting as the Under (155.5) connected.

Sky at Lynx odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated 9:40 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sky +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Lynx -800 (bet $800 to win $100)
Against the spread: Sky +12.5 (-105) | Lynx -12.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 156.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Sky at Lynx picks and predictions

Prediction

Lynx 84, Sky 66

Moneyline

Minnesota (-800) will set you back 8 times your potential return, and that’s way too expensive for a singular bet or as part of a multi-leg parlay. Including the Lynx in your parlay would suck all of the value out of your ticket.

PASS.

Against the spread

MINNESOTA -12.5 (-115) surpassed Connecticut for 2nd place in the overall standings, and it will be working to keep the Sun in the rear-view mirror. It can’t catch the 1st-place New York Liberty, but the Lynx still have plenty at stake, so don’t expect them to take the foot off the gas.

Chicago +12.5 (-105) has plenty to play for, too, and currently it occupies the 8th playoff spot. But, this team was crushed by Washington last time out, and it looks like a different team without Reese snagging boards and providing 2nd and 3rd chances on offense.

Over/Under

UNDER 156.5 (-110) is worth a look in this battle in the Twin Cities.

The Under has cashed in 4 of the past 5 outings, including just 153 combined points on a total of 155.5 in the most recent meeting between these teams Sept. 1 in Minneapolis. The Under is 4-1 in the past 5 games at home for the Lynx, too.

For Chicago, it produced a season-low 58 points in the blowout loss to Washington last time out, and the Under is 4-1 in the past 5 games and 6-2 across the previous 8 outings.

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Minnesota Lynx at Atlanta Dream odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Minnesota Lynx at Atlanta Dream odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Minnesota Lynx (26-9) and Atlanta Dream (12-23) meet Tuesday at Gateway Center Arena at College Park. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (NBATV). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Lynx vs. Dream odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Lynx lead 3-0

The Lynx have caught fire, winning 3 in a row, and 10 of the past 11 outings, moving into 2nd place in the WNBA’s overall standings behind the 1st-place New York Liberty. Minnesota is currently 4 games clear of the Las Vegas Aces for 1st place in the Western Conference, too.

Minnesota has had some issues against the number lately, going 1-3 against the spread (ATS) in the past 4 outings, but it is 7-3-1 ATS in the previous 11 contests. The Under is 3-1 in the past 4 games, too, mainly due to a power outage on offense. Minnesota has scored 79 or fewer points in 3 of the past 4 outings, which is below the season average of 82.9 PPG.

The Lynx are the No. 1 team in terms of 3-point shooting, hitting at a 38.2% clip. Defensively, Minnesota allows just 76.3 PPG, 3rd in The W, while ranking 1st in both defensive FG percentage (41.3%) and defensive 3-pointer percentage (30.1%).

For the Dream, they’re still mathematically alive for a playoff spot, jostling with the Chicago Sky (13-22) and Washington Mystics (11-24) for the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

Atlanta has scored 100 or more points in each of the past 2 games, while going 2-2 SU and 3-1 ATS in the past 4 outings.

Lynx at Dream odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday 10:51 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lynx -230 (bet $230 to win $100) | Dream +186 (bet $100 to win $186)
Against the spread: Lynx -5.5 (-108) | Dream +5.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 158 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Lynx at Dream picks and predictions

Prediction

Lynx 82, Dream 73

Moneyline

Minnesota (-230) is way too costly, as it will cost you more than 2 times your potential return. That’s way too much risk for not enough reward.

Instead, look to the spread instead. AVOID.

Against the spread

Play MINNESOTA -5.5 (-108) laying the points. The Lynx have been red-hot lately, and while Atlanta +5.5 (-112) is fighting for its playoff lives, it has an uphill climb.

The Lynx have struggled to score lately, but they’ll use their pinpoint 3-point shooting to get the job done on the road, as they build momentum heading into the postseason. Even with a loss, the Dream isn’t done. In fact, Atlanta has a home-and-home with Washington, and a home game with Chicago remaining on the schedule.

Over/Under

UNDER 158 (-110) is a solid play in this battle in the Atlanta.

The total has gone low in 3 of the past 4 games for Minnesota, as the Commissioner Cup winners have had trouble lighting up the scoreboard lately. But, defense has been keeping them on a winning track.

For the Dream, there has been no defense, so be careful here. It has back-to-back games hitting the century mark, but that was against the defensively-challenged Dallas Wings and Indiana Fever. It won’t have nearly the same kind of success against the suffocating Lynx D.

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Minnesota Lynx at Indiana Fever odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Minnesota Lynx (24-9) and Indiana Fever (18-16) meet Friday. Tip-off from Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ION). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Lynx vs. Fever odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Lynx got back in the win column after taking down the Chicago Sky 79-74 Sunday while failing to cover as 13-point home favorites. G Courtney Williams had a game-high 22 points, 1 of 3 Minnesota player to score in double figures. The team shot 45.7% from the field in the win.

The Fever have won 5 games in a row after taking down the LA Sparks 93-86 Wednesday while failing to cover as 11-point home favorites. G Caitlin Clark had a triple-double with 24 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists while F Aliyah Boston added a double-double (24 points and 14 rebounds). Indiana shot 49.3% from the field in the win.

Lynx at Fever odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:40 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lynx -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Fever +120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Lynx -2.5 (-115) | Fever +2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 169.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Lynx at Fever picks and predictions

Prediction

Fever 89, Lynx 85

Moneyline

BET FEVER (+120).

Indiana is 8-2 in its last 10 games and has won 5 in a row. It has scored 93 or more points in 6 of its last 9 games, including 3 straight. Minnesota has scored 79 or fewer points in 2 straight and dropped its last game on the road.

Against the spread

PASS.

The moneyline has better value on the Fever Friday.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 169.5 (-110).

Both teams have high-powered offenses that tend to push the pace of the game. The Lynx have scored 87 or more points in 5 of their last 7 games, while the Fever have scored 84 or more in 8 of their last 9. The Over (168.5) hit in an Aug. 24 meeting as well — a 90-80 Lynx win in Minneapolis.

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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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Indiana Fever at Minnesota Lynx odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Indiana Fever (13-15) and Minnesota Lynx (21-8) meet Saturday at Target Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Fever vs. Lynx odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Fever lead 1-0

Indiana is running hot with 2 straight wins, culminated by a 92-75 eradication of the Seattle Storm Sunday. G Caitlin Clark had 23 points, 9 assists, 5 boards, a steal and 2 blocks. They are just 5-10 on the road, though.

The Lynx are on a back-to-back after drilling the Las Vegas Aces 87-74 Friday. F Napheesa Collier was out of her mind, scoring 27 points with 18 boards, 5 dimes, 2 steals and going 2-for-4 from deep. She’s now averaging 26.7 PPG over her last 3 games.

Fever at Lynx odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:55 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Fever +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Lynx -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Against the spread: Fever +4.5 (-105) | Lynx -4.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 166.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Fever at Lynx picks and predictions

Prediction

Lynx 86, Fever 80

Moneyline

Yes, the Fever beat the Lynx in Minnesota 81-74 in July, and the Lynx are on a back-to-back. However, this is a revenge spot, and they are the superior team on their home court. So, don’t fall victim to the trendy pick Indiana is likely to be since it opened at +220 and is now +165.

Conversely, we’re not taking Minnesota at -200. If Collier can light up a great Vegas team for 23 and 27, she’s going to shred Indiana. Take the SGP LYNX ML + NAPHEESA COLLIER 20+ POINTS (+160).

Against the spread

This spread has come down a couple of points since it opened, which gives us the opening for Minnesota. The Lynx just beat the defending champion Aces 98-87 and 87-74. If it were any higher, I’d probably stay away, but this is within range for me. Take the LYNX -4.5 (-115).

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Over/Under

The Fever are 4-6 O/U in their last 10, and the Lynx are 3-6-1. The Under has hit in 2 straight matchups. The worrisome part on this bet is that Indiana has dropped 90+ in 3 straight games thanks to its hot shooting. I think Minnesota combats that and takes it to the paint. Go easy here, because our prediction is right on the edge.

LEAN UNDER 166.5 (-110).

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Las Vegas Aces at Minnesota Lynx odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Las Vegas Aces at Minnesota Lynx odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Las Vegas Aces (17-10) visit the Minnesota Lynx (20-8) Friday. Tip-off from Target Center is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (ION). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Aces vs. Lynx odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Lynx lead 2-1

The Aces fell 98-87 to the Lynx Wednesday, failing to cover as 6.5-point home favorites. G Jackie Young had a game-high 26 points, 1 of 4 Las Vegas players to score in double figures. The team shot 46.5% from the field in the loss.

The Lynx have won 4 games in a row after taking down the Aces Wednesday. F Napheesa Collier scored a team-high 23 points while G Courtney Williams added 22 and 10 assists for a double-double. All 5 starters scored in double figures, and Minnesota shot 59.4% from the field in the win.

Aces at Lynx odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:45 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Aces -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Lynx +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
Against the spread (ATS): Aces -2.5 (-110) | Lynx +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 166.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Aces at Lynx picks and predictions

Prediction

Lynx 84, Aces 79

Moneyline

BET LYNX (+115).

Minnesota is 12-3 at home this season and has won each of its last 4 games. It took down Las Vegas on the road Wednesday and will look to do the same Friday. Las Vegas has dropped 3 of its last 4 games overall and 3 of its last 4 on the road. At plus money, the Lynx have great value in this matchup.

Against the spread

PASS.

There is better value on Minnesota ML.

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Over/Under

BET UNDER 166.5 (-110).

The Aces have hit the Under in 2 of their last 3 games and allowed 79 or fewer points in 5 of their last 7.

The Lynx have failed to hit the Over in 7 of their last 10 games, with 166.5 being the 3rd-highest total in that span.

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