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New York Liberty at Chicago Sky odds, picks and predictions

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

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

Season series: Liberty lead 2-1

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

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

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

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

Liberty at Sky odds

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

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

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Liberty at Sky picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 86, Sky 79

Moneyline

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

PASS, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

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

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

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

Over/Under

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

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

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

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Phoenix Mercury at Indiana Fever odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Phoenix Mercury (12-10) and Indiana Fever (9-14) meet Friday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ION). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Mercury vs. Fever odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Fever lead 1-0

The Mercury have won 3 in a row after a 100-84 demolition of the Dallas Wings as 7.5-point home favorites Wednesday with the Over (172.5) cashing. G Kahleah Copper led the way with a game-high 32 points with 5 rebounds and 4 assists with G Diana Taurasi out — she’ll also miss Friday’s game due to injury. C Brittney Griner had a solid performance in the win, finishing with 23 points, 4 boards, 4 assists, 3 steals and 2 blocks — she was 9-for-15 from the field, including 2-for-2 behind the 3-point line.

The Fever have alternated wins and losses over the last 5 games with the latest being an 89-84 loss as 7-point home favorites vs. the Washington Mystics Wednesday. G Caitlin Clark had 29 points, 13 dimes, 5 boards and 3 blocks while going 5-for-9 from distance — she hit 10 of 11 free throws, too.

Mercury 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 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mercury -130 (bet $100 to win $130) | Fever +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
Against the spread: Mercury -1.5 (-115) | Fever +1.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 173.5 (O: -120 | U: -110)

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Mercury at Fever picks and predictions

Prediction

Fever 86, Mercury 83

Moneyline

The Fever stunned the Mercury — with Taurasi in the lineup — 88-82 at Phoenix June 30. Indiana was an 8-point underdog. Clark had just 15 points on a 4-for-14 performance, including 2-for-10 from 3-point range, but she had 12 assists and 9 rebounds.

I think they dropped their most recent game to the 6-17 Mystics because they were looking ahead to this one. Phoenix being without Taurasi will hurt and open some things up for Clark.

BET INDIANA (+105).

Against the spread

When the Fever lose, they usually don’t cover. They’ve only done so once in their last 5 defeats. So PASS on that.

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Clark has 3+ 3-pointers in her last 2 games and 5 of her last 7.

Over/Under

The Under 175 hit in the 1st head-to-head matchup, and Phoenix is without Taurasi. The Under is 5-2 for Phoenix in its last 7. The Under is 4-1 in Indiana’s last 5.

Take the UNDER 173.5 (-110).

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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.

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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)

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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.

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Chicago Sky at New York Liberty odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Chicago Sky (9-12) and New York Liberty (18-4) meet Thursday. Tip-off from Barclays Center is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (Prime Video). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Sky vs. Liberty odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Sky got back in the win column with a 78-69 win over the Atlanta Dream Wednesday to cover as 7-point home favorites. G Chennedy Carter scored a team-high 19 points, and F Angel Reese (11 points, 13 rebounds) extended her WNBA-record double-double streak to 14 games. Chicago shot 43.2% from the field in the win.

New York won 71-68 at the Connecticut Sun Wedneday while covering as a 2.5-point favorite. G Sabrina Ionescu scored a team-high 21 points while F Breanna Stewart (18 points, 14 rebounds) picked up a double-double. The Liberty shot 49.1% from the field in the win.

Sky 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 11:32 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sky +400 (bet $100 to win $400) | Liberty -550 (bet $550 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Sky +9.5 (-105) | Liberty -9.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 166.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Sky at Liberty picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 87, Sky 82

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Liberty (-550), who are 9-1 at home, to take down the Sky, who are 3-4 on the road.

Against the spread

BET SKY +9.5 (-105).

Chicago is 3-1 ATS in its last 4 games, while New York is 2-3 ATS in its last 5. The Liberty have failed to cover the spread in each of their last 5 games as double-digit favorites and will struggle to separate themselves enough to cover Thursday.

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Over/Under

LEAN OVER 166.5 (-115).

Chicago has an Over record of 6-4 in its last 10 games. It has scored 81 or more points in 7 of its last 10 games while allowing 83 or more in 6 of its last 10. New York has scored 81 or more points in 7 of its last 10 games, including 90 or more in 5 of its last 10. It has allowed at least 80 points in 6 of its last 10 games.

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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.

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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)

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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.

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Washington Mystics at Indiana Fever odds, picks and predictions

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

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

Season series: Fever lead 2-0

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

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

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

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

Mystics at Fever odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:19 a.m. ET.

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

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Mystics at Fever picks and predictions

Prediction

Fever 84, Mystics 80

Moneyline

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

AVOID and look to the line instead.

Against the spread

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

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

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

Over/Under

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

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

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

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New York Liberty at Connecticut Sun odds, picks and predictions

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

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The New York Liberty (17-4) and Connecticut Sun (17-4) meet Wednesday afternoon at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. Tip-off is scheduled for 11 a.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Liberty vs. Sun odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Liberty lead 1-0

The Liberty picked up an 82-75 home win against the Sun June 8, cashing as 2.5-point favorites with the Over (154) hitting in their 1st regular-season meeting.

Last season, New York won all 4 regular-season meetings vs. Connecticut, while going 3-1 against the spread (ATS) with the Over/Under splitting 2-2.

In the postseason, the Liberty rebounded from a Game 1 loss to win a best-of-5 semifinal series in 4 games vs. the Sun — though Connecticut covered 3 of the 4 playoff battles.

New York is coming off an 83-78 loss as a 10.5-point favorite at the Indiana Fever Saturday, snapping a 5-game win streak. The Liberty are a dismal 2-5 ATS in the past 7 games, while the Under has cashed in 3 in a row.

Connecticut won 80-67 against the visiting Atlanta Dream Sunday, but it just missed the cover as a 14-point favorite. The Sun have won 3 in a row, but it is just 4-3 in the past 7 games, while going 2-6 ATS in the previous 8 contests. The Under has hit in 3 in a row, and 7 of the past 9 contests.

Liberty 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 2:46 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Liberty -158 (bet $158 to win $100) | Sun +128 (bet $100 to win $128)
Against the spread: Liberty -2.5 (-112) | Sun +2.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 156.5 (O: -114 | U: -106)

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Liberty at Sun picks and predictions

Prediction

Sun 79, Liberty 75

Moneyline

CONNECTICUT (+128) is a solid moderate underdog on its home court against New York (-158).

Yes, the Liberty has dominated this series lately, winning 8 of the past 9 head-to-head battles, including in 5 straight trips to Connecticut. However, the Sun enter this crucial showdown with 3 straight wins, including impressive victories at the Phoenix Mercury and Minnesota Lynx last week.

Against the spread

Connecticut +2.5 (-108) is worth a look catching the little bit of points if you are a bit on the conservative side and don’t want to bet the moneyline. However, the better value is playing the Sun straight up, and by no means should you play both ends together.

Over/Under

UNDER 156.5 (-106) is a solid play in this clash for the top overall spot in the W.

The Under has cashed in 3 straight regular-season games for Connecticut, while going 7-3 in the past 10 outings. At home, the Sun have cashed Unders in 2 of the past 3.

For the Liberty, they enter play with 3 consecutive Under results, while the Under is 6-3 in the past 9 outings on the road. However, the 1st head-to-head battle in Connecticut teams went Over, so be careful, and go lightly.

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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.

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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)

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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).

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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).

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Dallas Wings at Las Vegas Aces odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Dallas Wings at Las Vegas Aces odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Dallas Wings (5-16) and Las Vegas Aces (12-7) meet Sunday at Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay. Tip-off is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Wings vs. Aces odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Aces lead 1-0

The Aces picked up a 95-81 win in Arlington against the Wings June 5, cashing as 9-point favorites with the Over (167.5) connecting. Superstar C A’ja Wilson posted 36 points on 15-of-22 shooting, while adding 12 rebounds, 6 steals, 2 assist and a blocked shot.

However, Las Vegas is coming off a loss, suffering a 98-93 defeat in overtime at the Los Angeles Sparks Friday as a 13-point favorite — the Over (173.5) easily connected. Despite the outcome, Vegas is still 5-2 against the spread (ATS) in the past 7 games, while the Over has slight 4-3 edge in the span.

The Wings scored an 85-82 win at home against the Atlanta Dream Friday, but Dallas failed to cover as a 4.5-point favorite as the Over (163) connected. The victory halted a 3-game losing skid for Dallas, while it is 0-4 ATS in the past 4 games and just 2-13 ATS across the previous 15. The Over has cashed at a 6-1 clip in the Wings’ past 7 outings.

Wings at Aces odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 5:56 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wings +790 (bet $100 to win $790) | Aces -1500 (bet $1,500 to win $100)
Against the spread: Wings +15 (-112) | Aces -15 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 174.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Wings at Aces picks and predictions

Prediction

Aces 98, Wings 79

Moneyline

Las Vegas (-1500) is going to be awfully upset after an embarrassing loss in Los Angeles Friday as a double-digit favorite. Don’t expect it to happen again.

The Aces should take out their frustrations on the skidding Wings (+790), but you can’t risk this kind of money for such a minuscule return. Friday’s game in L.A. should serve as a cautionary tale why it is never a good idea to play such heavy favorites on the moneyline.

AVOID.

Against the spread

LAS VEGAS -15 (-108) failed to win, let alone cover, as a double-digit favorite Friday in Los Angeles. Don’t look for a repeat letdown Sunday, especially in front of the home fans.

As mentioned, the Aces paddled the Wings by 14 points in the Metroplex last month. Plus, they have won the past 4 meetings against Dallas at Mandalay Bay by an average margin of 10.3 points per game (PPG). Expect another impressive double-digit victory Sunday afternoon on the Strip.

Over/Under

OVER 174.5 (-110) is worth a look in this Western Conference matinee battle. The Over is 4-1-1 in the past 6 meetings in this series, including the first battle in Texas just over a month ago.

The Aces have averaged 95.5 PPG in the past 2 games. They have scored 88 or more points in 5 in a row, while going for 85 or more points in 10 of the past 11 outings.

The Wings defense is horrific, allowing 88 or more points in 6 of the past 7 outings, with the Over going 6-1 in that same span.

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New York Liberty at Indiana Fever odds, picks and predictions

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

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

Season series: Liberty leads 3-0

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

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

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

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

Liberty at Fever odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:14 a.m. ET.

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

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Liberty at Fever picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 89, Fever 76

Moneyline

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

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

AVOID.

Against the spread

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

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

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

Over/Under

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

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

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

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

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