Seattle Storm betting odds line spread pick predictions best bets

Seattle Storm at Las Vegas Aces Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Seattle Storm at Las Vegas Aces Game 2 odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Seattle Storm and the Las Vegas Aces play Game 2 of their 1st-round best-of-3 series Tuesday at Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s WNBA odds around the Storm vs. Aces odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

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

The Aces picked up a 78-67 victory in Game 1 Sunday, cashing as a 9.5-point favorite as the Under (162) cashed.

Las Vegas shot 43.5% (30-of-69) from the floor, while going 38.9% (7-of-18) from behind the arc. The Aces were perfect from the free-throw line, too (11-of-11). As expected, C A’ja Wilson led the team with 21 points, while posting 8 rebounds, 5 blocked shots and 2 assists. G Tiffany Hayes had 20 points off the bench, including 2 triples.

Seattle shot just 36.8% (25-of-68) from the field, while going 25.0% (4-of-16) from behind the 3-point line. It was also perfect from the charity stripe (13-of-13).

Seattle actually outrebounded Las Vegas (40-3), but the Aces had only 8 turnovers, while the Storm had 13 miscues. G Jewell Loyd had an off game, though, going for just 6 points on 2-of-8 shooting.

Storm at Aces odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 5:51 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Storm +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | Aces -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Storm +8.5 (-115) | Aces -8.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 160.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Storm at Aces picks and predictions

Prediction

Aces 79, Storm 73

Moneyline

The Aces (-450) will set you back 4 1/2 times your potential return. That’s way too much risk for not enough return.

It’s tough putting a team away in an elimination game, and the Storm (+350) will give Las Vegas all it can handle. Loyd also won’t struggle like she did in Game 1. She rarely has back-to-back poor efforts, and she’ll work hard to try and force this series to a decisive Game 3.

AVOID.

Against the spread

The STORM +8.5 (-115) is worth a look in Game 2. Seattle did a good job in Game 1, but it wasn’t quite good enough. The biggest difference was that Loyd had trouble from the field, and she managed just 6 points. That won’t happen in a 2nd straight, especially with the season on the line.

Look for Seattle to keep things close in what could be a lower-scoring Game 2.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Over/Under

UNDER 160.5 (-110) is a strong play in Game 2.

Both of these teams were perfect from the free-throw line in the series opener. That’s unlikely to happen again.

Seattle has cashed low in 7 of the past 9 games since Sept. 3, including the past 2 meetings with Las Vegas.

The Under is on a 8-1 run for the Aces since Sept. 3, while going 16-5 across the past 21 contests.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3729]

Seattle Storm at Las Vegas Aces Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Seattle Storm at Las Vegas Aces Game 1 odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Seattle Storm (25-15) take on the defending-champion Las Vegas Aces (27-13) Sunday in Game 1 of their best-of-3 series. Tip-off from Michelob ULTRA Arena is set for 10 p.m. (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s WNBA odds around the Storm vs. Aces odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Regular-season series: Aces won 3-1

The Storm come to town with G Jewell Loyd making it rain. She averaged a team-high 19.7 PPG with 4.5 boards, 3.6 dimes and 1.4 steals per game. She attempted nearly a half-dozen 3-pointers a game, which the Aces will have to respect. The Storm won 5 of 6 games to end the regular season.

The Aces won the last 3 meetings and covered in all of them. The last meeting was Wednesday with a 85-72 final in Seattle. C A’ja Wilson had 21 points and 7 boards. She averaged 26.9 PPG and 11.9 RPG in the regular season. The Aces closed out the season winning 9 of 10 games.

Storm at Aces odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:03 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Storm +340 (bet $100 to win $340) | Aces -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Storm +9.5 (-105) | Aces -9.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 162.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Storm at Aces picks and predictions

Prediction

Aces 85, Storm 75

Moneyline

The defending champs went through a lull in the middle portion of the schedule, but they are clearly hitting their stride at the right time. Wilson is still a dominant presence underneath, and she’s getting help from G Kelsey Plum on the outside. Plum has scored 14-plus points in 7 of 8 games. The Aces have won 9 of 10 against Seattle, and they’ll make it 10 of 11.

There’s too much juice on LV here. There is one particular prop I’m feelin. It’s KELSEY PLUM OVER 2.5 REBOUNDS (-155). She has 3+ boards in 5 of the last 6 games.

Against the spread

In winning 9 of 10 overall, the Aces went 9-0-1 ATS. The Storm went 6-4 in their last 10, but just 4-6 ATS. Vegas is 8-2 ATS in the last 10 meetings with Seattle.

Take the ACES -9.5 (-115).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Over/Under

Three of the 4 meetings this season went Under, including cashing an Under at this total Wednesday with minimal sweat at 157.

Take the UNDER 162.5 (-110).

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Ryan Dodson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3729]

Seattle Storm at New York Liberty odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Seattle Storm at New York Liberty odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Seattle Storm (20-13) and New York Liberty (27-6) meet Thursday at Barclays Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (Prime Video). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Storm vs. Liberty odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Liberty lead 2-0

The Storm picked up a 71-64 victory at the Connecticut Sun as a 3.5-point underdog Tuesday as the Under (159) cashed, exacting revenge after a 93-86 loss in the front end of the back-to-back set at Mohegan Sun Arena. The 64 points were their fewest allowed in a road game this season.

These teams just met Aug. 30 in the Pacific Northwest, with the Liberty picking up a 98-85 win as a 4-point favorite as the Over (163) cashed. New York shot 50.7% (34-of-67) from the field, and 46.2% (12-of-26) from behind the 3-point line, while cashing in at a 90.0% (18-of-20) clip at the free-throw line.

Breanna Stewart went off against the Storm in that win, going for 32 points on 10-of-16 shooting, and 3-of-4 from downtown, while adding 6 assists and 5 rebounds. Sabrina Ionescu had 25 points, 8 assists and 8 assists with 3 triples.

On the flip side, while Seattle turned it over just 5 times, to 16 turnovers for New York, it managed a dismal 17 rebounds, while the Liberty gathered 45 boards, including 17 at the offensive end. The Storm was just 21.7% (5-of-23) from behind the arc, too.

Storm at Liberty odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:14 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Storm +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Liberty -340 (bet $340 to win $100)
Against the spread: Storm +7.5 (-110) | Liberty -7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 165 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Storm at Liberty picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 91, Storm 82

Moneyline

Playing New York (-340) will cost you nearly 3 1/2 times your potential return, and that’s way too risky for not enough return. Even as part of a multi-part parlay, there is no sense including the Liberty, as they suck all out of the value out of your ticket.

Playing such heavy favorites is not a recommended long-term betting strategy.

AVOID.

Against the spread

Taking NEW YORK -7.5 (-110) at home is worth a look, but don’t get carried away. The Liberty aren’t likely to shoot over 50% from the field like they did in the most recent meeting with the Storm.

In addition, Seattle +7.5 (-110) isn’t likely to get outrebounded by a difference of 28 boards. We should have a little bit of a closer game, but still back the home side to get it done by nearly double digits.

Over/Under

OVER 165 (-110) is a strong play in this rematch from Aug. 30.

The Storm and Liberty combined by 183 points in that one, with a total of just 163. The Over is 3-1 in the past 4 outings for Seattle, while the total has gone high in 5 of the past 9 road contests.

For New York, after 5 straight Under results from Aug. 17-26, the Over has cashed in the past 2 games for the Lib, averaging 93.0 points per game, while allowing 89.5 PPG in the 2-game span.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3729]

Seattle Storm at Indiana Fever odds, picks and predictions

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

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Seattle Storm (17-9) and Indiana Fever (12-15) meet at Gainbridge Fieldhouse Sunday. Tip-off is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Storm vs. Fever odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Storm lead 3-0

The Storm suffered an 83-81 loss in Atlanta as a 7-point favorite as play resumed after the Olympic break. Seattle is just 4-3 straight-up (SU) in the past 7 outings, while failing to cover the past 3 contests.

The Over has cashed in 2 in a row, and 3 straight on the road, while the Storm has allowed 83 or more points in 6 consecutive games away from home.

The Fever resumed play after the break with a 98-89 victory against the Phoenix Mercury on Friday as a 3-point favorite as the Over (174.5) cashed. Indiana is 3-1 SU and against the spread (ATS) across the past 4 outings, while the Over has hit in 4 of the previous 5 outings.

These teams have met 3 times this season, with Seattle winning each of the meetings. Seattle is averaging 92.3 points per game (PPG), while the Over is 2-1 in 3 contests.

Caitlin Clark is averaging 18.7 points, 7.7 assists, 5.3 rebounds and 1.3 blocked shots per game in the 3 meetings with Seattle this season, and she has hit 8 total 3-pointers against the Storm.

Storm 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 2:04 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Storm -164 (bet $164 to win $100) | Fever +134 (bet $100 to win $134)
Against the spread: Storm -3.5 (-108) | Fever +3.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 168.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Storm at Fever picks and predictions

Prediction

Storm 91, Fever 84

Moneyline

If you’re a little bit more conservative, and you don’t feel like fiddling around with the points, SEATTLE (-164) is a strong play straight up. It is slightly cheaper than my personal limit of -180 for a standalone wager.

While Indiana (+134) has played much better after a dismal start, it hasn’t found the combination to solve the Storm in 3 previous meetings.

Against the spread

Playing the STORM -3.5 (-108) is worth a look. Over the years, with or without CC22, the Fever +3.5 (-112) has struggled with Seattle. Indiana is just 2-8 SU in the past 10 meetings, while the Storm is an impressive 6-2-1 ATS in the past 9 meetings since July 1, 2022.

This takes a little bit of a leap of faith, as the Storm has failed to cover in the past 3 games, and they lost in Atlanta. But, again, Seattle has not had issues with Indiana in the 3 previous meetings.

Over/Under

OVER 168.5 (-110) is worth a look. The total has gone high in 2 of 3 meetings this season.

The Storm has racked up 81 or more points on offense in 4 straight games, and 9 of the previous 10 outings.

For the Fever, the Over has connected in 4 of 5 outings, while going for 93 or more points in 3 of the previous 4 contests. However, Indiana’s defense has been horrific lately, coughing up 86 or more points in 4 of the past 5 outings. Go high, and feel confidently in doing so.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3729]

Minnesota Lynx at Seattle Storm odds, picks and predictions

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

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Minnesota Lynx (16-6) and Seattle Storm (14-8) meet Friday at Climate Pledge Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ION). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Lynx vs. Storm odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Lynx lead 3-0

The Lynx have won all 3 regular-season meetings against the Storm, including an 83-64 rout in the Twin Cities in a Commissioner’s Cup battle June 9. Minnesota, which was a 1-point favorite in that contest, has covered the spread in all 3 meetings, while the Under is 2-1.

Minnesota enters on a 2-game win streak, but it is still just 3-3 straight up in the previous 6 outings, while going just 2-4 against the spread (ATS). The Under has cashed in 5 in a row, and 11 of the past 14 outings.

The Storm were tripped up 84-79 Wednesday, failing to cover as 4-point underdogs as the Under (173) connected. Seattle has dropped 2 of the past 3 outings, but it is a healthy 5-2 ATS across the previous 7 games. The Under is 5-2 in the 7-game span.

Lynx at Storm odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:43 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lynx +198 (bet $100 to win $198) | Storm -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread: Lynx +6 (-110) | Storm -6 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 154 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Lynx at Storm picks and predictions

Prediction

Lynx 77, Storm 74

Moneyline

MINNESOTA (+198) is a tremendous value for the opportunity to nearly double up. The Lynx have won all 3 meetings vs. the Storm this season, including an 83-70 win May 14 in the 1st battle at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle.

The Storm have dropped 6 of the past 7 meetings straight up against the Lynx, including each of the previous 3 battles in Seattle. The last time the Storm won on their home court against the Lynx was Aug. 3, 2022.

Against the spread

If you’re a little more on the conservative side, take MINNESOTA +6 (-110) catching the points.

While the Lynx are just 2-4 ATS in the past 6 outings, they have cashed in 2 of the previous 3 on the road. Plus, Minnesota is a perfect 3-0 ATS in 3 tries against Seattle this season.

The Storm have lost 2 of the past 3 games at home, while also going 1-2 ATS. Back the visiting LYNX +6 (-110) tors, and have confidence in doing so.

Over/Under

UNDER 154 (-110) is a strong play in this battle.

The Under has cashed in 3 of the past 4 games at home for Seattle, while going 9-5 in the past 14 outings.

For Minnesota, the total has gone low in 5 in a row, while going a healthy 11-3 across the past 14 outings dating back to June 5.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3729]

Las Vegas Aces at Seattle Storm odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Las Vegas Aces at Seattle Storm odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Las Vegas Aces (13-7) and Seattle Storm (14-7) meet Wednesday afternoon at Climate Pledge Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (Amazon Prime Video). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Aces vs. Storm odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Aces had a rough patch in early to mid-June, but Las Vegas has shown its championship mettle lately. The Aces are 7-1 in the past 8 games, while going 6-2 against the spread (ATS) during the span.

The Aces offense has been on fire, too, averaging 98.3 points per game (PPG) in the past 3 games, cashing the Over. Las Vegas has scored 88 or more points in 6 in a row, too.

The Storm have racked up 5 wins in the past 6 outings along with a 5-1 ATS record in the impressive span. That streak started after a 94-83 loss and non-cover — as 6.5-point underdogs — in Las Vegas June 19 in the most recent meeting between the 2 teams. Aces superstar C A’ja Wilson posted 27 points, 9 rebounds, 4 steals and 2 blocks in that win, while G Jackie Young erupted for 32 points.

Seattle did win outright 78-65 as a 7.5-point underdog at Mandalay Bay June 7 as the Under (167) connected. However, Las Vegas G Chelsea Gray didn’t play. Wilson had another strong line, going for 29 points, 11 rebounds and 3 blocks in 36 minutes in that loss.

Aces at Storm odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:52 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Aces -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Storm +168 (bet $100 to win $168)
Against the spread: Aces -5 (-108) | Storm +5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 173.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Aces at Storm picks and predictions

Prediction

Aces 92, Storm 83

Moneyline

Las Vegas (-210) will cost 2.1 times your potential return. That’s too risky for a standalone wager. As part of a multi-leg parlay Wednesday, playing the Aces won’t crush your ticket, but you can’t back Las Vegas by itself.

AVOID and look to the line instead.

Against the spread

LAS VEGAS -5 (-108) is a strong playing laying the points, but don’t get carried away. The Aces did cover as 6.5-point favorites in the most recent meeting June 19. However, Seattle is 5-1 ATS since that setback.

The Aces are on a roll, going 6-2 ATS in the past 8 outings, and they kicked that hot streak off in that mid-June battle against the Storm. BACK LAS VEGS -5 (-108), but again, don’t be too aggressive about it.

Over/Under

OVER 173.5 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

The Over has cashed in 3 in a row for the Aces as their offense has been a well-oiled machine lately. The Aces have scored 93 or more points in each of the past 3 contests, and 85 or more points in 11 of the previous 12 outings.

For the Storm, the Under and Over have alternated in the past 5 games, cashing low last time out against Chicago Sunday. Go high, but conviction isn’t terribly high.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3729]

Chicago Sky at Seattle Storm odds, picks and predictions

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

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Chicago Sky (8-11) and Seattle Storm (13-7) meet Sunday at Climate Pledge Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Sky vs. Storm odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

This is the 2nd of back-to-back games in Seattle as these teams faced off Friday with the Sky coming away with an 88-84 victory. F Angel Reese had her best scoring game of her young career with a career-high 27 points, while also pulling down 10 boards. She has a WNBA single-season record of double-doubles in 12 straight games. G Chennedy Carter also shook off her All-Star snub with a season-high 33 points.

All 5 of Seattle’s starters were in double figures, led by G Jordan Horston’s 20 points. Prior to the loss, the Storm had won 4 in a row, and all by double digits. G Jewell Loyd, who leads the team with 19.3 PPG, had just 13 and went 0-for-6 from distance in Friday’s defeat.

Sky at Storm odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:12 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sky +375 (bet $100 to win $375) | Storm -500 (bet $500 to win $100)
Against the spread: Sky +9.5 (-115) | Storm -9.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 164.5 (O: -105 | U: -125)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Sky at Storm picks and predictions

Prediction

Storm 81, Sky 77

Moneyline

I look for the Storm to bounce back, but no thanks on the -500 ML. I’ll take JEWELL LOYD UNDER 20.5 POINTS (-115) instead. In 2 games against Chicago, she has 13 and 19 points. It’s worth the roll of the dice.

Against the spread

The Sky have won 2 in a row in convincing fashion, and I think they are an ascending team. Carter and Reese are taking their games to another level. Look for them to keep this within 10. BET SKY +9.5 (-115).

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Over/Under

This total is a little high for me as I look for some regression from Chicago on the road. The Storm are just 5-5 O/U in their last 10, and they scored 89+ in the 3 games before Friday. Look for them to make some adjustments and pull out a close one. Take the UNDER 164.5 (-125).

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

You may love betting on sports, but during the dog days of summer, the pickings can get slim. You can fill some of that time and scratch that itch at online casinos and enjoy slots, blackjack, video poker and more.

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Ryan Dodson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3729]

Chicago Sky at Seattle Storm odds, picks and predictions

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

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Chicago Sky (7-11) visit the Seattle Storm (13-6) on Friday. Tip from Climate Pledge Arena is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ION). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Sky vs. Storm odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Storm lead 1-0 with 77-68 win May 28 in Chicago

The Sky snapped a 2-game losing streak on Tuesday with an 85-77 win over the Atlanta Dream while covering as a 1-point road favorite. G Chennedy Carter scored a game-high 26 points while rookie F Angel Reese (12 points, 19 rebounds) extended her WNBA record double-double streak to 11 games. Chicago shot 47.1% from the field in the win.

Seattle has won 4 games in a row after taking down Dallas 95-71 on Monday and covering as an 11.5-point home favorite. G Jewell Loyd scored a game-high 26 points as the Storm shot 45.1% from the field in the win.

Sky at Storm odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:28 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sky +390 (bet $100 to win $390) | Storm -550 (bet $550 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Sky +10.5 (-115) | Storm -10.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 161.5 (O: -120 | U: -110)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Sky at Storm picks and predictions

Prediction

Storm 93, Sky 80

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Storm (-550), who are 7-3 in their last 10 and on a 4-game winning streak, to win on Friday against a Sky (+360) team that has lost 6 of its last 9 games.

Against the spread

BET STORM -10.5 (-105).

The Sky are just 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games and have failed to cover in their last 7 games as underdogs. They are just 6-11 ATS this season. The Storm have covered in 4 straight games, including 3 wins as 9-plus point favorites, and in 7 of their last 10 Also, they have covered in 6 of their last 7 games as favorites.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Over/Under

BET OVER 161.5 (-120).

Chicago has hit the Over in 7 of its last 10 games including 3 of its last 4. It has scored 81 points or more in 6 of its last 7 games while allowing 83 or more points in 6 of its last 9 contests. Seattle has scored 89 points or more in each of its last 3 games and 83 or more in 6 of its last 8.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow @seth_orlemann on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3729]

Phoenix Mercury at Dallas Wings odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Phoenix Mercury at Dallas Wings odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Phoenix Mercury (9-10) and Dallas Wings (4-15) meet Wednesday at College Park Center in Arlington, Texas. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Mercury vs. Wings odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Mercury have dropped 3 of the past 4 games, while also going 1-3 against the spread (ATS) in the span. The Under has cashed in all 4 of those outings, too.

These teams have already met twice, once in the Metroplex when Phoenix escaped with a 97-90 win in 2 OT June 9 as a 1-point favorite as the Over (163) cashed.

In that June meeting, Phoenix shot 46.3% (37-of-80) from the field, and just 27.3% (9-of-33) from behind the arc, while Dallas had a 36-to-29 rebounding margin.

The Mercury got to the free-throw line 5 more times in that meeting, converting 14-of-19 from the stripe, while the Wings were 10-of-14. The Wings had a plus-1 turnover margin, while going plus-4 with points in the paint. However, the big difference was one technical foul and one flagrant foul on the Wings.

In an earlier meeting, Dallas won 107-92 in Phoenix May 25, easily a season high in production. The Over has cashed in both head-to-head meetings this season, and the Over is 4-1 in the past 5 games for Dallas since June 22.

Mercury at Wings odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:13 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mercury -230 (bet $230 to win $100) | Wings +184 (bet $100 to win $184)
Against the spread: Mercury -5 (-110) | Wings +5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 170 (O: -112 | U: -108)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Mercury at Wings picks and predictions

Prediction

Mercury 87, Wings 85

Moneyline

Phoenix (-230) will cost 2.3 times the potential return, which is a bit risky considering the fact it has had quite a bit of trouble with Dallas.

In fact, if you were forced to pick a side, the Wings would be the much better value at +184. However, the best play is to PASS.

Against the spread

BACK DALLAS +5 (-110) catching the points at home.

The Wings played their hearts out in the 2OT win last time they hosted the Mercury. With a little more discipline, that game could have gone another way. Dallas hasn’t won many, but it did get the job done in Phoenix earlier this season.

The Wings have been a major thorn in the side of the Mercury, and they’re worth backing catching more than 2 buckets.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

Over/Under

OVER 170 (-112) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

The Mercury are not a very good defensive team, ranking 9th in both points allowed (84.7) and 3-point defensive field-goal percentage (35.1%). However, they are just so-so offensively, too.

For the Wings, they have the worst scoring defense in the WNBA, allowing 88.1 PPG, while checking in 11th with a 45.3% field-goal percentage.

The Over has hit in the first 2 meetings this season, so let’s keep rolling with the Over until Dallas and Phoenix show some semblance of D.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

Ready to make your bet and want to cash in on bonus bets and other welcome offers? Check out our list of the top sportsbook promo codes and have access to thousands of dollars in promotions.

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3729]

Dallas Wings at Seattle Storm odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Dallas Wings at Seattle Storm odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3011″ ]

The Dallas Wings (4-14) and Seattle Storm (12-6) meet Monday at Climate Pledge Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Wings vs. Storm odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Storm lead 2-0

The Wings suffered a 97-76 loss in the front end of the back-to-back set in the Pacific Northwest on Saturday, as the Storm easily cashed as 11-point favorites while the Over (168.5) connected.

Seattle also won 92-84 in Dallas as a 6.5-point favorite on June 13, again as the Over (160) hit. The Storm is 4-2 against the spread (ATS) in the past 6 meetings, while the Over has cashed in 5 of those meetings.

Dallas has won just once in the past 13 games, while going a dismal 2-10 ATS in the previous 12 outings. The Over has cashed in 4 straight, and 7 of the past 9 outings.

Seattle has won and covered the past 3 games, including the front end of the set with Dallas. The Storm are 5-2 SU/ATS in the past 7 games, while the Over holds a slight 4-3 edge in those outings.

Wings at Storm odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 5:49 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wings +520 (bet $100 to win $520) | Storm -800 (bet $800 to win $100)
Against the spread: Wings +11.5 (-108) | Storm -11.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 169.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

[gambcom-standard rankid=”3012″ ]

Wings at Storm picks and predictions

Prediction

Storm 93, Wings 77

Moneyline

Backing Seattle (-800) would set you back 8 times your potential return, and that’s just way too much risk for not enough reward, either for a straight-up bet or as part of a multi-leg parlay.

While the Storm is a good bet to win, there is no value betting such heavy favorites. Over the long term, it’s a losing betting strategy.

AVOID.

Against the spread

Back SEATTLE -11.5 (-112) in this 2nd end of a back-to-back set.

Dallas +11.5 (-108) has managed to cover just 2 times in the past 12 outings, while going 0-2 SU/ATS in 2 previous meetings with Seattle. The Storm have won those 2 meetings by an average of 14.5 points per game (PPG).

Dallas is also a dismal 1-6 ATS in the past 7 road games, while Seattle has cashed 6 in a row at home since May 25.

Over/Under

OVER 169 (-112) is the lean, but be careful not to get carried away.

The Under is 2-1 in the past 3 games for the Storm, but the Over has cashed in each of the previous 2 meetings this season.

The Over has cashed in 4 in a row for Dallas, while going 7-2 in the past 9 outings.

Play our free daily Pick’em Challenge and win! Play now!

[gambcom-standard rankid=”5″ ]

For more sports betting picks and tips, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW.

Follow Kevin J. Erickson on Twitter/X. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter/X and like us on Facebook.

[lawrence-newsletter]

[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=3729]