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Dallas Wings at Las Vegas Aces Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Dallas Wings and Las Vegas Aces meet Tuesday for Game 2 of their WNBA semifinals playoff matchup. Tip-off from Michelob Ultra Arena is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Wings vs. Aces Game 2 odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

The Aces lead the best-of-5 series 1-0 after posting a 97-83 victory in Game 1 Sunday as 10-point favorites as the Over (174) cashed.

The Wings’ offensive production in the series opener was their worst in 8 games dating back to Aug. 27 in Phoenix. Dallas saw its 5-0 against the spread (ATS) run come to an end with the non-cover in Game 1. The Over is 7-1 in the past 8 games, and 15-2 across the past 17 games, for the Wings.

The Aces are 3-for-3 in the playoffs so far, winning and covering each outing, with the Under going 2-0 in the first round, and the Over cashing in Game 1. The Over has cashed in 7 of the past 11 games overall for the Aces dating back to Aug. 22.

Wings at Aces Game 2 odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:52 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wings +470 (bet $100 to win $470) | Aces -700 (bet $700 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wings +10.5 (-105) | Aces -10.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 175.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Wings at Aces Game 2 picks and predictions

Prediction

Aces 95, Wings 82

Moneyline

The Aces (-700) will cost you 7 times your potential return in Game 2, and that’s way too much risk, even though Las Vegas is fully expected to push the Wings (+470) to the brink of elimination.

PASS, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

The ACES -10.5 (-110) didn’t crush the Wings in Game 1, but they did enough to handily win and grab the cover. Expect more of the game in Game 2.

Dallas was a thorn in the side of Las Vegas during the regular season, and it matches up well with the defending champs. However, Vegas is 10-4 ATS in the past 14 games at home and has cashed 5 of the past 6 games overall.

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Over/Under

The OVER 175.5 (-113) is the lean, but go very, very lightly.

The Over connected in Game 1, and has dominated for Dallas over the past 2 months, going a ridiculous 15-2 across the past 17 games overall.

The Over is also 8-3 in the past 11 games on the road for the Wings and is 9-1 in the past 10 games when playing on a day of rest. The Aces are 4-1 to the Over in the past 5 on a day of rest, too.

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Connecticut Sun at New York Liberty Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Connecticut Sun at New York Liberty Game 2 odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Connecticut Sun and New York Liberty meet Tuesday for Game 2 of their WNBA semifinals playoff matchup. Tip-off from Barclays Center is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Sun vs. Liberty Game 1 odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

The Sun lead the best-of-5 series 1-0 after Connecticut stunned New York 78-63 in Game 1 on Sunday, winning outright as an 8.5-point underdog as the Under (163) cashed.

Connecticut was led by Dewanna Bonner, who posted 20 points with 7 rebounds, 3 assists and 3 blocked shots. The Sun shot 45% (31 of 69) from the field, while shooting 80% (8 of 10) at the free-throw line, and turning it over just 8 times.

New York shot a dismal 34% (23 of 68) from the field, and it turned the ball over 14 times. That was the difference. Star Sabrina Ionescu struggled, too, misfiring on 10 of her 14 shot attempts, although she did bag four 3-pointers. Breanna Stewart was also off, hitting just 7 of 25 from the field, including 0 for 8 from behind the arc.

Sun at Liberty Game 2 odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:13 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sun +320 (bet $100 to win $320) | Liberty -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Sun +8.5 (-104) | Liberty -8.5 (-118)
Over/Under (O/U): 161.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Sun at Liberty Game 2 picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 88, Sun 76

Moneyline

The Liberty (-450) will cost you 4 1/2 times your potential return, and that’s just too much risk for not enough reward. And Game 1 should serve as a cautionary tale why you shouldn’t bet such strong favorites, especially in a singular bet, as 1 loss can wipe out several wins.

PASS.

Against the spread

The LIBERTY -8.5 (-118) is a strong play to bounce back and square the series before heading up Interstate 95 to Mohegan Sun Arena for Game 3 later this week.

New York has failed to cover the past 2 games, and it is just 1-5 ATS in the past 6 outings overall. There is risk here. But the Liberty is an impressive 6-2 ATS in the past 8 games following a straight-up loss. Look for the big stars for the Lib to rebound for a win and cover.

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Over/Under

The OVER 161.5 (-110) is worth a look, but go lightly, and play a half-unit at most.

We saw the Under cash in Game 1, as the Liberty couldn’t hit the broad side of a barn. I expect the shooting to be much better for the home side in Game 2. The Over is 4-0 in the past 4 games for New York following a non-cover, and the Over is still 4-1 in the past 5 games at home despite the Under result.

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Dallas Wings at Las Vegas Aces Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Dallas Wings and Las Vegas Aces meet Sunday for Game 1 of their WNBA semifinals playoff matchup. Tip-off from Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay is scheduled for 5 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Wings vs. Aces Game 1 odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

The Wings pounded the Atlanta Dream in their 1st-round series, averaging 97.5 points per game (PPG), while yielding just 78.0 PPG. Dallas easily cashed against the spread (ATS) in both games, while hitting the Over in each outing.

The Aces also received very little resistance from the Chicago Sky in their 1st-round series, averaging 89.9 PPG, while allowing just 64.5 PPG. Las Vegas covered both games, winning by at least 22 in each outing. The Under hit in both contests in the series.

Dallas gave Las Vegas fits in the regular season, winning outright in a meeting in the Metroplex on July 7, while covering 2 of the 4 meetings. The Over-Under also split in the 4 regular-season battles. The Aces were 1-1 ATS at home against the Wings in the regular season, while also splitting the Over-Under.

Wings at Aces Game 1 odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:19 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wings +420 (bet $100 to win $420) | Aces -600 (bet $600 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wings +10.5 (-114) | Aces -10.5 (-106)
Over/Under (O/U): 174.5 (O: -115 | U: -111)

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Wings at Aces Game 1 picks and predictions

Prediction

Aces 94, Wings 80

Moneyline

The Aces (-600) will cost you 6 times your potential return in this series opener. You can’t risk that kind of money for such a small profit, whether it’s a singular bet or a multi-team parlay.

PASS.

Against the spread

The ACES -10.5 (-106) are worth a look in Game 1. Vegas is 4-1 ATS in the past 5 games as a double-digit favorite.

The Wings +10.5 (-114) are just 1-2 ATS in the past 3 games as an underdog of 6 or more points, including 2 non-covers against the Aces.

Las Vegas is 9-4 ATS in the past 13 games at home, while going 4-1 ATS in the past 5 games overall. However, be careful, as the Aces are 1-4-1 ATS in the past 6 in the semifinals round.

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Over/Under

The UNDER 174.5 (-111) is the lean, but go very, very lightly.

While the Over has dominated for the Wings lately, going 18-4 in the past 22 games overall, and Las Vegas has hit the century mark in the past 2 meetings with Dallas, go low. The Under is 6-1 in the past 7 meetings between these teams at Mandalay Bay.

The Aces have actually hit the Under in 7 of the past 9 games at home, while going 8-3 in the past 11 against teams with a winning overall record.

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Connecticut Sun at New York Liberty Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Connecticut Sun at New York Liberty Game 1 odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Connecticut Sun and New York Liberty meet Sunday for Game 1 of their WNBA semifinals playoff matchup. Tip-off from Barclays Center is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Sun vs. Liberty Game 1 odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

The Sun pushed past the Minnesota Lynx in the 1st round of the WNBA playoffs, winning the best-of-3 series in 3 games. Connecticut was tripped up in Game 2, but won 90-75 in Minneapolis on Wednesday to cover as 5.5-point favorites as the Over (156) connected.

The Liberty eased by the Washington Mystics at home in Game 2 by a 90-85 score in overtime, and it split against the spread (ATS) in the 2 games against the Mystics, while cashing the Over in each of the playoff contests.

New York swept the regular-season series with the Sun 4-0, while covering 3 of the 4 matchups. The Over-Under split in the 4 contests, including an Under (160) result in New York’s 89-58 victory on Sept. 1 in the most recent battle.

Sun at Liberty Game 1 odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 11:16 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sun +290 (bet $100 to win $290) | Liberty -420 (bet $420 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Sun +8.5 (-115) | Liberty -8.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 162.5 (O: -115 | U: -111)

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Sun at Liberty Game 1 picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 91, Sun 79

Moneyline

The rested Liberty (-420) will cost you more than 4 times your potential return, and that’s just too much risk and not enough reward in this series opener. While New York has won 4 straight meetings this season, you cannot risk this much on either a singular bet, or as part of a multi-team parlay.

PASS.

Against the spread

The LIBERTY -8.5 (-105) is a rather large number for a series opener, but New York has covered 3 of 4 games against the Sun +8.5 (-115) this season. The Liberty just seem to have the number of the Sun, and New York has rolled up 89 or more points in each of the previous 3 meetings. The high-octane Liberty will fire out to a 1-0 series lead in emphatic fashion.

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Over/Under

The UNDER 162.5 (-111) is the lean in the series opener, but go lightly.

The Under cashed in each of the regular-season meetings in New York, while going 4-1 in the past 5 battles at Barclays Center, while cashing in 9 of the past 13 meetings overall.

The Under is also 9-3 in the past 12 games in the semifinals round for the Sun. However, go lightly, as the Over has dominated recently for the Liberty, going 4-1 in the past 5 at home, while cashing in each of the past 4 straight.

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Connecticut Sun at Minnesota Lynx Game 3 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Connecticut Sun at Minnesota Lynx Game 3 odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Connecticut Sun and Minnesota Lynx meet Wednesday for a decisive Game 3 of their 1st round WNBA playoffs matchup. Tip-off from Target Center is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Sun vs. Lynx Game 3 odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

The Sun opened the series with an emphatic 90-60 victory in Game 1 as 8.5-point favorites as the Under (159.5) cashed. However, Connecticut couldn’t bring that momentum into Game 2, falling 82-75 as a 9-point favorite as the Under (159) connected. Now, the Sun face a winner-take-all situation where they might be eliminated on the road.

The Lynx have cashed the Under in 3 straight games dating back to the regular-season finale. Minnesota lost 3 of the 4 regular-season meetings against Connecticut, but it has won 2 of the past 4 meetings and the Under is 4-1 in the past 5 clashes between these teams.

Sun at Lynx Game 3 odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:12 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sun -235 (bet $235 to win $100) | Lynx +186 (bet $100 to win $186)
Against the spread (ATS): Sun -5.5 (-108) | Lynx +5.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 157.5 (O: -118 | U: -108)

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Sun at Lynx Game 3 picks and predictions

Prediction

Sun 80, Lynx 76

Moneyline

The Sun (-235) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s a little on the expensive side, especially for a team on the road.

The Lynx (+186) dropped their 2 home meetings against the Sun, with Connecticut scoring exactly 89 points in each of its 2 meetings in the Twin Cities.

PASS.

Against the spread

The LYNX +5.5 (-112) are worth playing in this decisive Game 3. Minnesota is a tempting play for the upset, but the Sun have a much better body of work overall and Connecticut should be able to pull it out.

Minnesota has cashed in 3 of the past 4 home games, while going 3-1 ATS in the past 4 meetings with Connecticut, too. However, the Lynx are going to be without G Lindsay Allen (thumb), an important cog off the bench, so be cautious.

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Over/Under

The UNDER 157.5 (-108) is the lean in Game 3.

We might get some nerves that lead to poor shooting early on, and we’ll definitely get some careful play and possessions with both teams facing the prospect of their season ending Wednesday.

The Under is 4-0 in the past 4 games for the Sun when playing on 2 days of rest and is 8-3 in their last 11 games on the road.

It’s all about the Over lately for the Lynx, cashing in 5 straight at home. However, the Under is 4-1 in the past 5 against winning teams and has cashed in 4 of the past 5 meetings with the Sun, too.

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Washington Mystics at New York Liberty Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Washington Mystics at New York Liberty Game 2 odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Mystics and New York Liberty meet Tuesday for Game 2 of their 1st round WNBA playoffs matchup. Tip-off from Barclays Center is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Mystics vs. Liberty Game 2 odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

The Mystics split the regular-season series with the Liberty 2-2 while covering all 4 of those meetings. However, it was a different story in Game 1 as New York pounded Washington 90-75 to cover as a 9.5-point favorite while the Over (163) just came in.

Washington has alternated non-covers and covers in the past 6 games dating back to Aug. 31 of the regular season. The Over has cashed in 3 of the past 4 games overall.

New York halted an 0-3 ATS skid with the cover in Game 1 while cashing the Over for the 4th consecutive outing — including 2 meetings with the Mystics. The Over has actually cashed in 4 straight in this series, including the final 3 meetings in the regular season.

Mystics at Liberty Game 2 odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:50 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mystics +470 (bet $100 to win $470) | Liberty -700 (bet $700 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Mystics +10.5 (-110) | Liberty -10.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 162.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Mystics at Liberty Game 2 picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 93, Mystics 74

Moneyline

The Liberty (-700) will cost you 7 times your potential return if you want to bet the double-digit favorite straight up on the moneyline.

That’s not a good long-term betting strategy, and with the way the Mystics (+470) have played New York hard this season, it’s not a great short-term strategy, either.

PASS.

Against the spread

The LIBERTY -10.5 (-110) are a solid play to cover after cashing in Game 1.

Yes, the Mystics have their backs against the wall, facing elimination in this best-of-three series. Washington won 2 of 4 regular-season meetings and covered all 4 of those games, but New York appears to be on a mission and it wasn’t having any of that trend mess in Game 1, flipping the script for the win and cover.

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Over/Under

The OVER 162.5 (-112) might be the best play on the board.

The Over connected in Game 1 and the total has gone high in each of the past 4 meetings between these Megalopolis corridor combatants this season.

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Chicago Sky at Las Vegas Aces Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Chicago Sky at Las Vegas Aces Game 2 odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago Sky and Las Vegas Aces meet Sunday for Game 2 of their first-round WNBA playoff series. Las Vegas leads the series 1-0. Tip-off from Michelob Ultra Arena is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (ABC). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook‘s lines around the Sky vs. Aces odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

The Aces picked up a lopsided 87-59 victory in Game 1 on Wednesday, easily covering the 16.5-point spread while the Under (172) also cashed rather comfortably.

It was just the 2nd non-cover for the Sky in their last 9 games, and the rout snapped a 3-game winning streak. Chicago had also scored 92 or more points in the final 3 regular-season games, but the 59-point showing in Game 1 actually tied a season low. It also scored just 59 points in a 21-point home loss to the Washington Mystics on June 22.

The 59 points allowed by the Aces was actually a season-best performance on defense for the top overall seed. Vegas is 3-1 against the spread (ATS) across the past 4 games overall, and the cover was its first in 4 tries against Chicago this season.

Sky at Aces Game 2 odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 7:24 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sky +1260 (bet $100 to win $1,260) | Aces -4000 (bet $4,000 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Sky +18.5 (-115) | Aces -18.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 170.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Sky at Aces Game 2 picks and predictions

Prediction

Aces 94, Sky 71

Moneyline

The Aces (-4000) will cost you 40 times your potential return, and there is never a reason to bet such a heavy favorite, straight up or as part of a multi-team parlay. Over the long haul, betting such big favorites is a losing strategy.

AVOID.

Against the spread

The ACES -18.5 (-110) had some hiccups down the stretch, especially when facing the New York Liberty. However, Las Vegas proved why it is the top overall seed, overwhelming the Sky in Game 1.

Chicago has its season on the line, and it is likely to play desperately in the first half. However, talent will take over, and there is a dearth of talent on the Aces’ side. Vegas will run away, and shoo the Sky back to the Windy City, ending Chicago’s season in emphatic fashion.

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Over/Under

UNDER 170.5 (-110) is the lean in Game 2.

Vegas didn’t show much defensively during the regular season, but it sure picked a great time to have its best defensive effort in Game 1. The Aces locked it down defensively, and the Sky ended up shooting a dismal 33% (24-of-72) from the field, and just 23% (5-of-22) from behind the 3-point line.

The Over cashed in all 3 regular-season meetings, but the Aces kicked it into a different gear for the playoff opener, and you can expect another solid defensive effort, as the Aces look to close out this series and move along.

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Washington Mystics at New York Liberty Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Washington Mystics at New York Liberty Game 1 odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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In Game 1 of the 1st-round of the WNBA playoffs, the Washington Mystics and New York Liberty meet Friday at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Mystics vs. Liberty odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

The Mystics ended the regular season with a 19-21 record, identical to the Minnesota Lynx, but they lost 2 of 3 regular-season games to Minnesota and as a result, must face the high-octane Liberty in the 1st round of the playoffs.

Washington won 2 of its final 3 games of the regular season, including a 90-88 win at New York in the finale Sunday as a 10.5-point underdog. The Over (162.5) cashed in that game, too, and the upset has to be fresh on the minds of the Liberty.

The Mystics were a thorn in the side of the Liberty all season, as the teams split the 4-game regular-season series, while Washington was 4-0 against the spread (ATS). One of the outright losses on June 25 was an 89-88 setback in overtime. The Over has cashed in the past 3 meetings.

Mystics at Liberty Game 1 odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 7:19 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mystics +375 (bet $100 to win $375) | Liberty -500 (bet $500 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Mystics +9.5 (-115) | Liberty -9.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 162.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Mystics at Liberty Game 1 picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 88, Mystics 81

Moneyline

The Liberty (-500) played well all throughout the season, they won the Commissioner’s Cup, and New York made a late run to challenge Las Vegas for the top overall seed.

However, for all of that work, New York now must face the team which arguably gave it the most trouble all season. It’s a risky bet anytime to wager 5 times your potential return, but especially so here.

AVOID.

Against the spread

The MYSTICS +9.5 (-115) are the play in Game 1 of this best-of-3 series. The Liberty -9.5 (-105) split the regular-season series with Washington, but the Mystics covered in all 4 games, and 5 straight meetings overall dating back to last season.

The Liberty actually failed to cover in their final 3 regular-season games after an impressive 10-2 ATS run in 11 regular-season games and the Commissioner’s Cup from Aug. 4-Sept. 3. It’s been a roller coaster ride against the number for New York, and right now it is on the ride down again.

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Over/Under

OVER 162.5 (-110) is the way to go in Game 1, as we should get plenty of fireworks.

The Liberty closed out the regular season with 3 straight Over results, scoring 88 or more points in each of the games, while forgetting how to play defense. New York allowed an alarming 89 or more points in the final 3 games, including 90 points against Washington on Sunday. The Over actually cashed in each of the final 3 regular-season meetings between these teams.

The Over has cashed in 4 in a row against winning teams for the Mystics, while the total has gone high in 10 of the past 13 against Eastern Conference foes for the Liberty.

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Chicago Sky at Las Vegas Aces Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Chicago Sky at Las Vegas Aces Game 1 odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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In Game 1 of the 1st-round of the WNBA playoffs, the Chicago Sky and Las Vegas Aces meet Wednesday at Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Sky vs. Aces odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

The Sky closed out the regular season with 3 straight victories to surge into the 8th seed, leapfrogging the Los Angeles Sparks for the final playoff spot. Chicago scored 92 or more points in each of those 3 games, covering each outing while cashing the Over in the last 2 contests.

The Sky is 7-1 against the spread (ATS) in the last 8 games, while the Over holds a 5-3 edge during the span.

The Aces ended the regular season with 4 straight wins, going for 94 or more points in the final 3 outings, all Over results.

These teams last met on Aug. 24, with the Aces posting a 94-87 win while the Sky covered as a 14.5-point underdog as the Over (171.5) connected. That was a theme, as Vegas won all 3 regular-season meetings, with Chicago covered all 3 contests, and the Over hit in all 3 battles, too.

Sky at Aces Game 1 odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Tuesday at 7:36 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Sky +1100 (bet $100 to win $1,100) | Aces -2500 (bet $2,500 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Sky +16.5 (-110) | Aces -16.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 170.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Sky at Aces Game 1 picks and predictions

Prediction

Aces 92, Sky 81

Moneyline

The Aces (-2500) held on for the league’s best regular-season record over the New York Liberty, securing the No. 1 overall seed. They’re a great bet to not only win this series, but go to the WNBA Finals, too.

However, you cannot risk 25 times your potential return in Game 1 of this series, especially since the Sky (+1100) have played Vegas tough this season.

AVOID.

Against the spread

The SKY +16.5 (-110) are a strong play in the series opener. While the Aces -16.5 (-110) swept the regular-season series, Chicago has covered all 3 meetings. The Sky is on fire against the number, too, cashing in 7 of the last 8 games overall, including a cover against the Aces Aug. 24.

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Over/Under

OVER 170.5 (-110) is a solid play.

The Aces have been phenomenal on offense all season, leading the WNBA with 92.8 PPG. Defensively, Las Vegas was 2nd in scoring defense (80.3 PPG), although they were a mediocre 6th while defending the trey.

The Over cashed in the final 3 regular-season games for the Aces, while the Sky has seen the total go high in 5 of the past 8 outings, and 3-0 in 3 regular-season meetings in this series.

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Dallas Wings at Atlanta Dream odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Dallas Wings at Atlanta Dream odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Dallas Wings (21-18) and the Atlanta Dream (19-20) wrap up the regular season Sunday. Tip-off from Gateway Center Arena at College Park is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Wings vs. Dream odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

The Wings are locked into the No. 4 seed in the playoffs and home-court advantage in the 1st round, so it remains to be seen how hard Dallas will go in this road game. Will the Dallas ‘Big 3’ of F Natasha Howard, G Arike Ogunbowale and F Satou Sabally play the entire way, or will their minutes be curbed to rest for the playoffs since it is locked into its seed?

The Dream are currently in the No. 5 seed, but they could fall to the No. 6 seed with a loss. Atlanta has managed to cover 7 of the past 10 home meetings with Dallas, and the Dream have cashed in 5 of the past 6 home contests overall.

Wings at Dream odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wings +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Dream -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wings +1.5 (-110) | Dream -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 171.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Wings at Dream picks and predictions

Prediction

Dream 89, Wings 84

Moneyline

The DREAM (-120) are playing to keep their seed and set up a rematch with the Wings in the 1st round of the playoffs starting later this week.

Atlanta has something to play for, while Dallas is locked into its seed. It remains to be seen if the Wings will play their stars all the way to the buzzer, or rest them a bit. The Dream are easily the more motivated team, especially at home.

Against the spread

The DREAM -1.5 (-110) is a little cheaper, and worth laying the point and a half if you like Atlanta at home unless you strongly feel Atlanta will win only by a single point.

The Wings are just 2-8 ATS in the past 10 games when working on a day of rest and are 1-4 ATS in the past 5 against losing teams.

The Dream have covered 5 of the past 6 games at home while going 7-3 ATS in the past 10 games when hosting the Wings.

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Over/Under

The OVER 171.5 (-110) is the lean, but go lightly in this season finale.

The Over is an amazing 17-4 in the past 21 games overall for the Wings and is 10-1 in their last 11 games against Eastern Conference foes. The Over is also a perfect 11-0 in the past 11 games after a straight-up win, while going 10-1 in the past 11 games following a cover.

For the Dream, the Over has cashed in 7 straight games against winning teams, while hitting in 4 of the past 5 games against Western Conference foes. The Over is 15-6 in the past 21 meetings between these teams in Atlanta, too.

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