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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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Connecticut Sun at New York Liberty odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Connecticut Sun (21-7) and New York Liberty (25-4) meet Saturday at Barclays Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Sun vs. Liberty odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Liberty lead 3-0

The Sun are on a back-to-back after squeaking by the Chicago Sky 82-80 Friday. G Marina Mabrey hit 5 triples to score 24 points off the bench, and F Alyssa Thomas had 12 points, 11 assists, 9 boards and 4 steals

The Liberty took care of the Dallas Wings 79-71 Thursday as they failed to cover as 11-point faves. That snapped a 7-game cover streak, but the team is 9-1 in their last 10. F Breanna Stewart had 19 points, 7 boards, 6 dimes and 3 steals Thursday. She has scored at least 13 points in 27 straight games.

Sun at Liberty odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sun +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Liberty -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread: Sun +7.5 (-110) | Liberty -7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 156.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Sun at Liberty picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 80, Sun 72

Moneyline

With the Liberty rested and at home, I don’t expect an upset here. If the Sun had not just played a barn burner Friday night, I would consider taking them since it’s really hard to beat a team 4 straight times in the regular season. In this case, it would be 9 straight times since 2023.

That said, -300 is too much for my blood. Instead, let’s SGP BREANNA STEWART 12 POINTS + LIBERTY -4.5 (-146) at a better price. As mentioned, she has 13+ in 27 straight.

Against the spread

The Liberty won by 8 on their home court against the Sun last time, and with the rest advantage, I’m pegging them to do it again.

Take LIBERTY -7.5 (-110) for a HALF-UNIT.

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Over/Under

The Liberty are averaging 85 PPG in their 8-game winning streak and really only blew that number out twice. They’re consistently in that 80-85 range, and they’d have to hit 90 to cash an Over here. New York’s last 3 games went Under, and Connecticut has cashed an Under in 2 of 3.

Take the UNDER 156.5 (-105).

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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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Chicago Sky at Connecticut Sun odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Chicago Sky (11-16) visit the Connecticut Sun (20-7) on Friday. Tip from Mohegan Sun Arena is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ION). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Sky vs. Sun odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Sun lead 2-0

The Sky lost 86-68 to the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday while failing to cover as 8-point road underdogs. F Angel Reese scored a team-high 19 points and grabbed 20 rebounds for a double-double while 4 total Chicago players scored in double figures. The Sky shot 35.9% from the field in the loss.

Connecticut got back in the win column after taking down the Los Angeles Sparks 69-61 on Tuesday while failing to cover as 13.5-point home favorites. G Dijonai Carrington scored a game-high 19 points while 3 Sun players scored in double figures. The Sun shot 38.4% from the field in the win.

Sky at Sun odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:04 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sky +425 (bet $100 to win $425) | Sun -600 (bet $600 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Sky +11.5 (-110) | Sun -11.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 154.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Sky at Sun picks and predictions

Prediction

Sun 83, Sky 77

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Sun, who are 10-3 at home, to win on Friday.

Against the spread

LEAN SKY +11.5 (-110).

The Sky are 2-2 ATS in their last 4 games as a 9-point or more underdog while the Sun are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games as a 8-point or more favorite. While the Sun have the advantage, Reese’s ability to grab boards while facilitating the offense is what will keep Chicago in reach of covering.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 154.5 (-110).

The Sky have hit the Over in 5 of their last 7 games on the road. They have also allowed 85 or more points in each of their last 4 games and 84 or more in 7 of their last 9. Connecticut has allowed 82 or more in 3 of its last 4.

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Dallas Wings at New York Liberty odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Dallas Wings (6-21) and New York Liberty (24-4) meet Thursday at Barclays Center in Brooklyn in the 2nd end of a back-to-back set. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (Prime Video). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Wings vs. Liberty odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Liberty lead 1-0

The Liberty racked up a 94-74 win against the Wings on Tuesday, covering as a 9.5-point favorite while the Under (171.5) cashed.

The Liberty hit 45.9% from the field in the win and had 3 players with double-doubles. F Breanna Stewart went for 26 points and 12 rebounds with 3 triples, C Jonquel Jones added 23 points, 12 rebounds, 2 steals and a blocked shot, while G Courtney Vandersloot ended up with 15 points and 11 assists.

The Wings have dropped 5 of the past 6 games, while going 3-19 straight up (SU) in the past 22 games since May 31. Dallas is also just 1-9 against the spread (ATS) in the past 10 games, and 3-18 ATS in the previous 21 contests.

For the Liberty, they’ve won and covered 7 in a row, while cashing the Under in the past 2 outings.

Wings 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 7:41 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wings +680 (bet $100 to win $680) | Liberty -1200 (bet $1,200 to win $100)
Against the spread: Wings +13 (-108) | Liberty -13 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 173.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Wings at Liberty picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 92, Wings 75

Moneyline

New York (-1200) will cost you 12 times your potential return, and that’s just way too much risk for not nearly enough reward. Even as part of a multi-leg parlay, there is no sense including the Liberty, as it would suck all of the value out of your ticket.

PASS.

Against the spread

The LIBERTY -13 (-112) is a strong play, as they just continue to tick off covers on a regular basis. Again, New York has won and covered 7 in a row, including the front end of the back-to-back set with the Wings +13 (-108).

On the flip side, Dallas cannot get out of its own way, going 1-9 ATS in the past 10 games, while failing to cover the past 8 road games dating back to a rare cover June 17 in Minnesota.

Over/Under

UNDER 173.5 (-112) is a tremendous play in this rematch from Tuesday.

These 2 teams combined for 168 points on a total of 171.5. We might have a similar nail-biter for Thursday’s rematch.

The Over-Under has split 2-2 in the past 4 games for the Wings, while also going 2-2 in the past 4 on the road. So, there isn’t much to glean there.

For the Liberty, the Under has cashed in the past 2 games, while going 7-3 across the past 10 games since losing the Commissioner’s Cup on June 25.

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Minnesota Lynx at Las Vegas Aces odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Minnesota Lynx (19-8) and Las Vegas Aces (17-9) meet Wednesday at Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino in the front end of a home-and-home set. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Lynx vs. Aces odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Lynx picked up a 100-86 win in Las Vegas as a 7-point underdog in the most recent meeting, while the Over (167) easily cashed.

In the 1st meeting in the Twin Cities, the Aces posted an 80-66 win as a 4-point favorite as the Under (169.5) cashed. The road team has won and covered the previous 4 meetings in the series, while the Over is 3-1 in the span.

Minnesota has won 3 in a row, and the Commissioner’s Cup winners are 2-0-1 against the spread (ATS) in the span, while the Over is 2-1.

Las Vegas picked up an 87-71 win against the visiting Los Angeles Sparks on Sunday, but it just missed the cover as 16.5-point favorites as the Under (173.5) connected. The Aces have won 5 of the past 7 games, but they’re 0-5 ATS in the previous 5 outings. The Under is on a 5-1 run, too.

Lynx at Aces odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:09 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lynx +205 (bet $100 to win $205) | Aces -260 (bet $260 to win $100)
Against the spread: Lynx +5.5 (-110) | Aces -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 166.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Lynx at Aces picks and predictions

Prediction

Lynx 83, Aces 81

Moneyline

MINNESOTA (+205) is worth a roll of the dice for the chance to double up.

The Lynx have posted 3 straight victories, and the Commissioner’s Cup winners have already won once this season in Las Vegas. In fact, the road team has won 4 straight meetings in this series, including both previous outings this season.

Against the spread

If you’re a little more on the conservative side, and you can’t bring yourself to back the LYNX +5.5 (-110) straight up, they’re a good bet with the points.

The Lynx are on a 2-0-1 ATS run in the past 3 outings, while the Aces -5.5 (-110) are on an 0-5 ATS skid in the previous 5 contests. Las Vegas is 5-6 ATS in the past 11 outings at home, too.

Over/Under

UNDER 166.5 (-112) is a strong play in this front end of a home-and-home set.

The Under is 7-2-1 in the past 10 outings for the Lynx, while going 13-5-2 in the previous 20 contests. The Under is 3-1-1 in the past 5 on the road for Minnesota, too.

For the Aces, the total has gone low in 5 of the past 6 outings, too, while going 6-5 in the past 11 at home.

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Phoenix Mercury at Atlanta Dream odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Phoenix Mercury (15-13) and Atlanta Dream (9-17) meet Wednesday at Gateway Center Arena in College Park, Ga., in the front end of a back-to-back set. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Mercury vs. Dream odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Mercury lead 1-0

The Mercury picked up an 88-85 win in the 1st meeting in Arizona on May 18 as a 2.5-point underdog as the Over (170.5) cashed.

Phoenix has won 3 of its past 4 outings since July 16, while also going 3-1 against the spread (ATS), to inch back over .500. The Over is on a 5-2 run in the past 7 outings, too.

The Dream have won back-to-back games, both against winning teams, while cashing at a 4-0-1 ATS in the past 5 outings. Atlanta posted an 82-70 win as an 8-point underdog last time out against the visiting Connecticut Sun on Sunday, while topping the Seattle Storm 83-81 on Friday.

The Dream has a 4-3 SU edge in the past 7 meetings since May 29, 2022, while the Dream is 6-2 ATS in the past 8 meetings. The Under also holds a 6-3 edge in the past 9 in the series.

Mercury at Dream odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:16 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mercury -132 (bet $132 to win $100) | Dream +108 (bet $100 to win $108)
Against the spread: Mercury -2 (-112) | Dream +2 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 165.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Mercury at Dream picks and predictions

Prediction

Dream 82, Mercury 78

Moneyline

ATLANTA (+108) is a solid play as short ‘dogs at home. The Dream have managed just 9 victories this season, but they’ve won 2 in a row since coming out of the Olympic break. The Dream is aiming for its 1st win streak of 3 or more games since rattling off 7 straight victories from June 30-July 18, 2023.

Phoenix (-132) hammered the Chicago Sky at home last time out, winning by 18 points, but the Mercury is just 2-3 SU/ATS in the past 5 games on the road.

Against the spread

Atlanta +2 (-108) makes little sense instead of the moneyline, unless, of course, you feel that Phoenix -2 (-112) is going to win this game, but only by a single point.

If you like the Dream, just play them straight up on the moneyline for a much better value.

PASS.

Over/Under

UNDER 165.5 (-108) is the way to go in the front end of this back-to-back set in the Atlanta.

The Under has connected in 5 of the past 7 games for the Dream, including 2 of the past 3 outings on their home court.

For the Mercury, the Under is 2-1 in 3 games since emerging from the Olympic break. The Under is 6-3 in the past 9 meetings in this series, too.

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Los Angeles Sparks at Connecticut Sun odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Los Angeles Sparks at Connecticut Sun odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Los Angeles Sparks (6-21) and Connecticut Sun (19-7) meet Tuesday at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Sparks vs. Sun odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Sun lead 1-0

The Sun won the 1st meeting, also in Connecticut, 79-70 on June 18. The Sparks covered as a 13.5-point underdog as the Under (153.5) connected.

Los Angeles has lost 4 straight games, including 87-71 at Las Vegas on Sunday, but it cashed as a 16.5-point underdog. While the Sparks have lost 6 of the past 7 games, it has covered in 3 of the past 5 outings. The Over is 3-1 in the past 4 contests, too.

For Connecticut, it has alternated losses and wins in each of the past 6 games. The Sun was stunned 82-70 in Atlanta as an 8-point favorite Sunday as the Under (155) cashed. Connecticut is 2-4 against the spread (ATS) in the past 6 games, while the Under has a 5-3 edge in the past 8 contests.

Sparks 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 7:02 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sparks +710 (bet $100 to win $710) | Sun -1250 (bet $1250 to win $100)
Against the spread: Sparks +13 (-110) | Sun -13 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 155.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Sparks at Sun picks and predictions

Prediction

Sun 82, Sparks 73

Moneyline

Connecticut (-1250) will cost you nearly 13 times your potential return, and that’s way too risky for not nearly enough reward. Even as part of a multi-leg parlay, there is never a good reason to bet such a heavy favorite.

PASS.

Against the spread

LOS ANGELES +13 (-110) is worth a look as a double-digit underdog in this road battle.

In the 1st meeting, the Sparks played the Sun -13 (-110) tough at Mohegan Sun Arena. Los Angeles lost 79-70, but covered as a 13.5-point underdog.

The Sparks are 6-2 ATS in the past 8 games as a double-digit underdog, including that matchup with the Sun.

Connecticut is just 2-4 ATS in the past 6 outings, and it is 0-5 ATS in the past 5 games when favored by 8 or more points.

Over/Under

UNDER 155.5 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

The Over is 3-1 in the past 4 games for the Sun, but 2-2 in the past 4 outings at home, including an Under result against Los Angeles in that span.

The Under has cashed in 3 straight outings on the road for the Sparks, while going 13-8 in the past 21 games.

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Chicago Sky at Phoenix Mercury odds, picks and predictions

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

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

Season series: Mercury lead 1-0

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

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

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

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

Sky at Mercury odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:12 a.m. ET.

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

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Sky at Mercury picks and predictions

Prediction

Mercury 87, Sky 76

Moneyline

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

PASS, and focus on the spread instead.

Against the spread

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

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

Over/Under

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

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

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

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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.

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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)

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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.

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