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Chicago Sky at Indiana Fever odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Chicago Sky (4-8) and Indiana Fever (4-10) meet Sunday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Tip-off is scheduled for noon ET (Prime Video). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Sky vs. Fever odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Fever lead 1-0

The Sky have dropped a season-high 3 straight games, and 2 of those losses were at home. A lack of defense has been the issue, as Chicago has given up at least 83 points in each of the games, for 85.0 points per game (PPG). It’s no surprise the Over is on a 3-0 run during the stretch.

The Chicago offense has done its part, going for at least 75 points in 5 straight outings. Rookie Angel Reese had 10 points and a career-high 14 rebounds in an 83-81 loss at the Washington Mystics last time out on Friday. She has 10 or more rebounds in 6 straight games, while posting 5 straight double-doubles.

The Fever picked up the pace in the Commissioner’s Cup, going 3-2 in the 5 games from June 1-13. They kicked off the solid run with a 71-70 win over the Sky in Indianapolis on June 1, winning as a 1.5-point underdog as the Under (168) cashed.

Rookie Caitlin Clark managed to score 11 points with 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 turnovers with a pair of 3-pointers in the 1st head-to-head matchup with her college nemesis Reese. That was also the same game as the Chennedy Carter controversy, when she intentionally hip-checked Clark. Anyway, get your popcorn!

Sky at Fever odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:48 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sky +106 (bet $100 to win $106) | Fever -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Against the spread: Sky +2 (-110) | Fever -2 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 165.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Sky at Fever picks and predictions

Prediction

Fever 85, Sky 81

Moneyline

INDIANA (-130) has picked up the pace after a super slow start. After a disastrous game at Connecticut, when coach Christie Sides benched her starters for most of the 2nd half, the team responded well against the Atlanta Dream at home last time out on Thursday.

When the Fever stop playing hero ball, and work together, this is a team with some potential. Clark cannot do it all on her own, but she tries sometimes, but doesn’t have to. There are players more than capable, and lately it has showed.

Aliyah Boston went off for 27 points and 13 rebounds on 12-of-21 shooting against the Mystics, while Kelsey Mitchell was good for 24 points, including 3 triples, in the win. If the team can get secondary and tertiary scoring, not only can Indiana top Chicago, but it could make some noise in the East.

Against the spread

INDIANA -2 (-110) is a better value laying the little bit of points. Yes, last time these teams played, Clark and the Fever won by just a single point. But Chicago +2 (-110) has had some trouble defensively, and Indiana is playing with a little extra lately. Look for the Fever to grab the cover.

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Over/Under

OVER 165.5 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most. Conviction is not terribly high, as these teams combined for just 141 points in the first meeting.

However, the lean is high based on Chicago’s lack of defense lately. Indiana has hit the Over in 4 in a row, and 7 of the past 8. In fact, the only Under during that 8-game span was against the Sky.

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New York Liberty at Las Vegas Aces odds, picks and predictions

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

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The New York Liberty (11-2) and Las Vegas Aces (6-5) meet Saturday at the Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay. Tip-off is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Liberty vs. Aces odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Split 2-2 in regular season

Last season, New York and Las Vegas split their 4-game regular-season series. In the Commissioner’s Cup title game, which didn’t count in the regular-season series or the standings, the Liberty rolled to an 82-63 road win as 7.5-point underdogs.

The Aces, however, would get the final bragging rights as they beat the Liberty 3 games to 1 in the best-of-5 WNBA Finals. The Aces won all but Game 3 and covered the spread in all 3 of their wins.

The Liberty enter this one on a 7-game win streak since dropping 2 in a row against the visiting Chicago Sky May 23, and at the Minnesota Lynx May 25. New York had covered 4 in a row until only beating the Washington Mystics 93-88 as a 15-point favorite Sunday in its most recent game. The Liberty are also 4-1 ATS in their past 5 road outings, while the Over has cashed in 4 of their past 6 games.

The Aces snapped a 3-game losing streak with a 103-99 road win Thursday at the Phoenix Mercury. It was the first time Las Vegas lost 3 in a row since the 2019 season. While Las Vegas won at Phoenix, the Aces didn’t cover as 6-point favorites. They are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 and 1-5 ATS in the last 6. As for the O/U, the Over has cashed in 3 in a row, and 7 of the previous 10 outings.

Liberty 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 6:32 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Liberty +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Aces -134 (bet $134 to win $100)
Against the spread: Liberty +2.5 (-112) | Aces -2.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 171.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Liberty at Aces picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 90, Aces 86

Moneyline

NEW YORK (+110) is worth a look as a slight road ‘dog.

As mentioned, Las Vegas (-134) beat New York in the WNBA Finals in 4 games, but instead of pocket Aces, this team has been performing like a 2 and a 7 lately. Yes, the Aces won at the Mercury last time out, but they still struggled defensively, allowing 99 points.

New York has rattled off 7 in a row, which included an 81-78 win over the Mercury and an 82-75 victory last Saturday at Connecticut — it was the Sun’s 1st loss of the season.

Against the spread

If you’re not interested betting on an outright win and would rather take the little bit of points, New York +2.5 (-112) is worth a play.

Las Vegas is just 1-5 ATS in 6 games at home this season, so playing the New York isn’t a bad idea. If f you like the Liberty, you should just play them straight up on the moneyline for a better value.

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Over/Under

OVER 171.5 (-110) is a strong play whenever the Aces are associated lately.

The Over has cashed in 3 in a row for the Aces, while they also allowed 96 or more points in 3 straight games and an average of 98.3 PPG. The Over has cashed in 4 of the past 5 games at home for the Aces, too.

For New York, the Over has cashed in 2 in a row, and in 4 of the past 6 games. The total has gone Over just once in the past 5 road games, though, so be careful.

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Las Vegas Aces at Phoenix Mercury odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Las Vegas Aces at Phoenix Mercury odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Las Vegas Aces (5-5) and Phoenix Mercury (6-6) meet Thursday in a Commissioner’s Cup game at Footprint Center in Phoenix. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (Prime Video). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Aces vs. Mercury odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Aces suffered a 100-86 loss at home to the Minnesota Lynx as a 7-point favorite Tuesday. It was the 3rd straight setback for Las Vegas, who has dropped 3 in a row for the first time since 2019.

The Aces have allowed 98.0 PPG in the past 2 games, the most points allowed in consecutive games by Las Vegas since allowing 108.5 PPG in a home-and-home with the New York Liberty July 6-12, 2022.

The Mercury posted a 97-90 win in overtime on the road against the Dallas Wings Sunday. Phoenix has won and covered consecutive games for the first time since a 3-game win streak from May 18-23, which included a 98-88 road win against the Aces on May 21 as a 13.5-point underdog.

Phoenix has won just the one game May 21 in the past 10 tries against Las Vegas. However, the Mercury have covered 3 in a row in the series since Sept. 10, and the Over is 6-1 in the previous 7 meetings.

Aces 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 1 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Aces -250 (bet $250 to win $100) | Mercury +198 (bet $100 to win $198)
Against the spread: Aces -5.5 (-110) | Mercury +5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 170 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Aces at Mercury picks and predictions

Prediction

Mercury 93, Aces 89

Moneyline

PHOENIX (+198) is a tremendous value at home, as you can nearly double up with a win by the home side.

Las Vegas (-250) is struggling badly, especially at the defensive end, and facing a Mercury team that dropped 98 on it earlier in the season at Mandalay Bay won’t help matters.

Against the spread

PHOENIX +5.5 (-110) is worth playing if you still can’t bring yourself to bet against Las Vegas -5.5 (-110) despite its recent woes.

The Merc have covered 3 of the past 4 outings, while going a respectable 3-2 ATS in 5 games at the Footprint Center this season, including covers in the past 2.

The Aces are not only losing outright, but as you’d imagine, they’re not covering, either. Las Vegas is 0-3 ATS in the 3-game losing skid, and just 3-7 ATS on the season.

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Over/Under

OVER 170 (-108) is a solid play until the Aces can prove they’re past their defensive woes.

The Over has hit in back-to-back games, with Las Vegas going for 89.0 PPG, while allowing 98.0 PPG. The offense is good for 86 or more points on 7 of 10 occasions.

The Mercury hit the Over last time out in an OT road win in Dallas, and they cashed high in the most recent meeting with Las Vegas May 21.

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Atlanta Dream at Indiana Fever odds, picks and predictions

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

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

Season series: Tied 2-2

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

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

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

Dream at Fever odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:10 a.m. ET.

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

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Dream at Fever picks and predictions

Prediction

Fever 86, Dream 81

Moneyline

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

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

Against the spread

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

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

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Over/Under

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

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

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

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Connecticut Sun at Chicago Sky odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Connecticut Sun (10-1) and Chicago Sky (4-6) meet Wednesday in a Commissioner’s Cup game at Wintrust Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Sun vs. Sky odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Sun lead 1-0

The Sun spanked the Indiana Fever 89-72 Monday, covering as 10-point home favorites with the Over (159.5) cashing. It was a nice bounceback for Connecticut, which suffered its 1st loss of the season Saturday against the visiting New York Liberty 82-75. The Sun were 2.5-point underdogs in that setback as the Liberty entered 9-2 — and are now 11-2 after a win Sunday.

Back to Connecticut. It opened the season 1-4 against the spread (ATS) but is 4-2 ATS in the past 6 games. As far as the total, it’s been a series of runs. The Over was 4-0 in 4 games from May 17-25, followed by a 4-0 Under run from May 28-June 4. The Over has connected in the previous 2 games.

The Sky already have a home loss to the Sun this season, falling 86-82 at Wintrust Arena May 25. Though the Sky covered as 5-point underdogs with the Over (160) hitting.

Chicago has dropped 3 of the past 4 games, while also going 1-3 ATS in the span. The Under is on a 5-1 run, although the Over cashed last time out in an 89-80 home loss to the Atlanta Dream Saturday.

Rookie F Angel Reese posted 13 points and 13 rebounds in the loss to Atlanta, which covered as a 1-point favorite. Reese has 3 consecutive double-doubles, posting 10 or more boards in 4 in a row, and in 5 of the past 6 outings.

Sun at Sky odds

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Moneyline (ML): Sun -325 (bet $325 to win $100) | Sky +250 (bet $100 to win $250)
Against the spread: Sun -7 (-112) | Sky +7 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 154 (O: -106 | U: -114)

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Sun at Sky picks and predictions

Prediction

Sun 80, Sky 71

Moneyline

Connecticut (-325) will set you back 3.25 times, which is way too much risk for not enough reward.

Even if you were to include the Sun in a multi-team parlay, it would suck all of the value out of your ticket.

AVOID and focus on the spread.

Against the spread

CHICAGO +7 (-108) is worth a look catching more than 3 buckets at home.

The Sky already covered once in a similar situation back on May 25, losing 86-82 at home to Connecticut, while Chicago covered as a 5-point underdog.

Backing the Sky are risky, though, going just 1-3 ATS in the past 4 games, and 1-3 ATS in the past 4 outings at home, too.

The Sun are 3-1 ATS in the past 4 games, too, but they’re 1-2 ATS in 3 road games, including the already-mentioned non-cover at the Sky.

Over/Under

UNDER 154 (-114) is worth playing lightly in this Commissioner’s Cup battle. Go with a half-unit play at most.

The Sun have cashed Unders in 4 of the past 6 games, while the Sky are on a 5-1 Under run in their past 6 games.

Go lightly, though, as these teams combined for 168 points in the 1st meeting, back in Chitown May 25.

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Minnesota Lynx at Las Vegas Aces odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’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 (8-3) and Las Vegas Aces (5-4) meet Tuesday in a Commissioner’s Cup game at Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Lynx vs. Aces odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Aces lead 1-0

The Lynx have won 4 of the past 5 games since losing May 29 at home to the Aces 80-66, while going 4-1 against the spread (ATS). Minnesota has played great defense lately, too, allowing 62 or fewer points in 2 of the past 3 games, while cashing the Under in all 3 outings.

The Aces dropped a high-scoring 96-92 game at Los Angeles Sunday, and it’s the 4th time Las Vegas has lost outright as a favorite of 7.5 or more points this season. In fact, Las Vegas is just 5-4 SU this season. It didn’t lose its 4th game last season until Aug. 19.

Las Vegas has won 5 straight head-to-head meetings vs. Minnesota, while also covering in each of the battles. When the Aces won the May 29 game, they were 4-point road favorites and the Under (169) cashed.

The Aces are 9-1 SU and 7-3 ATS in the previous 10 in the series dating back to Sept. 8, 2021. The Under has a slight 3-2 edge in the 5-game win streak for the Aces.

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 4:25 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Lynx +235 (bet $100 to win $235) | Aces -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread: Lynx +6.5 (-108) | Aces -6.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 166 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Lynx at Aces picks and predictions

Prediction

Aces 84, Lynx 80

Moneyline

Las Vegas (-300) will set you back 3 times your potential return, and while that’s never a good betting strategy, it’s especially risky lately since the Aces aren’t playing very good basketball.

Yes, the Aces dominate Minnesota (+235), but the Lynx are playing pretty good basketball, and it isn’t a recommended bet.

AVOID and focus on the spread.

Against the spread

MINNESOTA +6.5 (-108) is a solid play catching more than 3 buckets.

Red-hot F Napheesa Collier has 5 double-doubles in the past 6 outings, including 18 points and 13 assists in the 1st battle with the Aces May 29 in the Twin Cities. Collier had 19 points, 14 rebounds and 3 assists with 2 3-pointers last time out against Seattle, too.

Collier was recently named to the Team USA Olympic team. She’s the lone Minnesota player on the American squad, while Las Vegas has 4 in guards Chelsea Gray, Kelsey Plum and Jackie Young and 2-time MVP center A’ja Wilson.

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Over/Under

UNDER 166 (-110) is the lean in this Commissioner’s Cup showdown; go with a half-unit play at most.

The Lynx have cashed the Under in 3 in a row, and these teams combined for 146 points on a total of 169 in the first meeting May 29 in Minneapolis. The total has gone Under at a 3-2 pace in the past 5 games for Vegas, too.

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Indiana Fever at Connecticut Sun odds, picks and predictions

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

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

Season series: Sun lead 2-0

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

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

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

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

Fever at Sun odds

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

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Fever at Sun picks and predictions

Prediction

Sun 80, Fever 72

Moneyline

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

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

AVOID and focus on the spread.

Against the spread

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

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

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

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Over/Under

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

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

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

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

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New York Liberty at Connecticut Sun odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’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 (9-2) and Connecticut Sun (9-0) meet Saturday in a Commissioner’s Cup game at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. Tip-off is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Liberty vs. Sun odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting

New York swept last year’s regular-season series 4-0 before dispatching Connecticut 3-1 in a best-of-5 semifinals.

The Liberty have won 5 in a row since stunning back-to-back losses as favorites vs. the Chicago Sky at home May 23 and at the Minnesota Lynx May 25. New York has covered the past 3 games, too, all as a favorite of 6 or more points, while cashing the Under in each of the previous 2 outings.

The Sun are a perfect 9-for-9 in the win column, and lately Connecticut has picked up the pace against the number. After starting out just 1-4 against the spread (ATS), the Sun are 3-1 ATS in the past 4 outings.

Defense has been a huge part of the success, with Connecticut limiting teams to 59 or fewer points in 3 of those outings. The Sun have cashed the Under in 4 consecutive contests.

Sun reserve G Moriah Jefferson (ankle) carries a questionable tag into Saturday’s play. For the Liberty, G Courtney Vandersloot is a question mark due to personal reasons, while reserve F Nyara Sabally is out with a back injury.

Liberty at Sun odds

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Moneyline (ML): Liberty -122 (bet $122 to win $100) | Sun +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
Against the spread: Liberty -1.5 (-108) | Sun +1.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 156.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Liberty at Sun picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 78, Sun 76

Moneyline

New York (-122) will cost slightly more on the moneyline than simply laying 1½ points. The difference is rather negligible, but every little bit helps.

PASS and focus on the spread.

Against the spread

NEW YORK -1.5 (-108) is worth a look laying the 1½ points. As mentioned above, the Liberty have dominated the Sun in head-to-head action, winning a playoff series in 4 games last fall after sweeping the regular-season series 4-0.

To be fair, Connecticut did cover 3 times in the 4-game postseason series, but New York was 3-1 ATS in the 4-game regular-season sweep.

In addition, the Liberty enter with 3 consecutive covers, while going 3-1 ATS in the past 4 tries on the road. The Sun have cashed in 3 of the past 4 outings, but they’re just 3-5 ATS in the previous 8 contests.

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Over/Under

UNDER 156.5 (-108) is a solid play in this clash of Eastern Conference titans.

The Sun have cashed Under in 4 straight, limiting the opposition to 59 or fewer points in 3 of the outings.

The Liberty aren’t likely to get locked down like that as they have a tremendous offense. The Sun will likely try to slow the pace of the game down to a crawl, looking to frustrate F Breanna Stewart, G Sabrina Ionescu and Co.. The Under has hit in 2 straight for New York, and 4 of the previous 6 outings.

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Seattle Storm at Las Vegas Aces odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Seattle Storm (6-3) visit the Las Vegas Aces (5-2) Friday. Tip-off from Michelob Ultra Arena is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ION). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Storm vs. Aces odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

The Storm have won 5 games in a row after taking down the Phoenix Mercury 80-62 Tuesday and covering as 5-point home favorites. C Ezi Magbegor scored a game-high 21 points with 9 rebounds, while 4 of the 5 Seattle starters scored in double figures. Seattle shot 40.6% from the field and 34.8% from 3 in the win.

The Aces got back in the win column with a 95-81 win over the Dallas Wings Wednesday, while covering as 9-point road favorites. C A’Ja Wilson scored a game-high 36 points with 12 rebounds and 6 steals in a double-double performance, while 3 Las Vegas players scored 19 or more points. The Aces shot 48.6% from the field and 32.1% from 3 in the win.

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 3:41 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Storm +290 (bet $100 to win $290) | Aces -375 (bet $375 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Storm +8.5 (-120) | Aces -8.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 166.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Storm at Aces picks and predictions

Prediction

Aces 91, Storm 85

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Aces (-375) moneyline. They have lost just 2 games this season while dominating in each of their wins. While the Storm are on a 5-game winning streak, 2 of those wins came against the Indiana Fever (2-9). who have the 2nd-worst record in the WNBA. The Storm have been dominated in their recent matchups against the Aces, losing 7 in a row.

Against the spread

LEAN STORM +8.5 (-120).

While the Aces hold the advantage, the Storm have played well both overall and against the spread (ATS) this season. They are 6-3 straight up (SU) and ATS this season and have covered in each of their last 4 and their only game while playing as underdogs. The Aces are just 3-4 ATS including 1-3 ATS at home.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 166.5 (-105).

Seattle has hit the Over in 3 of its last 5 games and has scored 80 or more points in 4 of its last 5 and 6 of its last 8. Las Vegas has hit the Over in 4 of its last 6 games and has scored 80 or more points in 6 of its 7 games including 88 or more in 5 of its 7. With 3 players averaging 18.9 points per game or more for the Aces, expect an offensive battle on Friday.

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Indiana Fever at Washington Mystics odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Indiana Fever (2-9) and Washington Mystics (0-10) meet Friday in a Commissioner’s Cup game at Capital One Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ION). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Fever vs. Mystics odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Tied 2-2 in 2023

The Fever suffered a 104-68 loss at the New York Liberty Sunday last time out, coming nowhere close to covering as 14.5-point underdogs. The Over (170) cashed in the final minute.

Fever G Caitlin Clark, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, had a disastrous game against the Liberty. She hit just 1-of-10 from the field, including 1-of-7 from behind the 3-point line, finishing with a career-low 3 points along with 5 assists, 2 rebounds and 2 steals with a blocked shot.

The Mystics, who will be playing a 2nd night in a row, were tripped up 79-71 at home as 3-point underdogs by the Chicago Sky Thursday with the Under (156) cashing. It was Washington’s 10th consecutive loss, which is tied for the 4th longest skid to start a season. The Mystics, who were led by F Aaliyah Edwards‘ 23 points, scored just 27 second-half points and finished with 24 turnovers.

The Mystics are 1-4 against the spread (ATS) in the past 5 games, while the Under has cashed in 6 of the past 8 contests, including 3-0 in the past 3 at home.

Fever at Mystics odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:52 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Fever -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Mystics +114 (bet $100 to win $114)
Against the spread: Fever -2 (-112) | Mystics +2 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 161.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Fever at Mystics picks and predictions

Prediction

Fever 81, Mystics 76

Moneyline

Indiana (-140) heads to the nation’s capital looking for just its 3rd win on the season. While that’s not many wins, obviously, Washington (+114) would sure take it with its 0-10 start.

However, if you like the Fever, just play them laying the little bit of points for a much better value.

PASS on a moneyline play.

Against the spread

INDIANA -2 (-112) is much cheaper laying the bucket compared to the -140 moneyline. Indiana is just 1-4 against the spread (ATS) in the past 5 games, so this play comes with a little bit of risk.

But Washington is also 1-4 ATS in the past 5 games, and just 2-5-1 ATS in the previous 8 outings after opening the season with back-to-back covers. The Mystics haven’t played a back-to-back yet this season, but it was 0-1 straight up and ATS last season when playing on no rest.

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Over/Under

UNDER 161.5 (-110) might be the best play on the board.

The Under has cashed in 3 of the past 4 head-to-head meetings, while going 8-2 in the past 10 dating back to May 2021.

While the Over has a slight 3-2 edge in 5 road games for the Fever, the Under is 6-2 in the past 8 games for the Mystics, and 3-0 in the past 3 contests at home.

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