WNBA Picks – Sports Chat Place https://sportschatplace.com Free NFL Picks, NBA Picks, College Football Picks, NHL Picks, MLB Picks, Betting Odds, Predictions Thu, 22 May 2025 09:14:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 https://sportschatplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/apple-icon-180x180-1-150x150.png WNBA Picks – Sports Chat Place https://sportschatplace.com 32 32 Sky vs Liberty Prediction 5-22-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/sky-vs-liberty-prediction-5-22-25-wnba-picks/ Thu, 22 May 2025 09:14:06 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7547177 The New York Liberty and Chicago Sky meet Thursday in WNBA action at the Wintrust Arena. Here’s a Sky vs Liberty Prediction. This article will include a Sky vs Liberty Pick. New York Liberty Betting Preview The New York Liberty look for another win after beating the Aces on Saturday. The Liberty look to start …

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The New York Liberty and Chicago Sky meet Thursday in WNBA action at the Wintrust Arena. Here’s a Sky vs Liberty Prediction. This article will include a Sky vs Liberty Pick.

New York Liberty Betting Preview

The New York Liberty look for another win after beating the Aces on Saturday. The Liberty look to start 2-0 for the second straight season.

The New York Liberty are averaging 92 points on 48.6 percent shooting and allowing 78 points on 34.1 percent shooting. Breanna Stewart is averaging 25 points and 3 assists, while Natasha Cloud is averaging 22 points and 6 rebounds. Jonquel Jones is the third double-digit scorer, and Kennedy Burke is dishing 1 assist. The New York Liberty are shooting 19 percent from beyond the arc and 85.7 percent from the free throw line. The New York Liberty are allowing 34.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43 rebounds per game.

Chicago Sky Betting Preview

The Chicago Sky look for a statement win after losing their opener to the Fever. The Sky have lost six straight games dating back to last season.

The Chicago Sky are averaging 58 points on 29.1 percent shooting and allowing 93 points on 46.7 percent shooting. Angel Reese is averaging 12 points and 17 rebounds, while Ariel Atkins is averaging 11 points and 4 rebounds. Rachel Banham is dishing 1 assist and Rebecca Allen is grabbing 2 rebounds. The Chicago Sky are shooting 22.2 percent from beyond the arc and 50 percent from the free throw line. The Chicago Sky are allowing 33.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 42 rebounds per game.

Sky vs Liberty Injury Report

The Liberty don’t have any players listed on their injury report.

Moriah Jefferson remains out for the Sky due to a leg injury.

Sky vs Liberty Prediction

I’m not excited to lay double-digit chalk with a road team, but there’s no other way to go. The Sky looked downright awful in their season opener at both ends of the floor, and now they’re playing an even better team. Home court only does so much. While it’s just one game, the Sky was terrible offensively last season and showed no signs of progress.

The Sky also didn’t show much resistance defensively. The Sky are 0-4 ATS in their last four games as a double-digit underdog, and they’ve lost those games by an average of 21.2 points. The only concern here is it is a look ahead spot for the Liberty with the Fever on deck. Regardless, I have to lay the points.

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Dream vs Fever Prediction 5-22-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/dream-vs-fever-prediction-5-22-25-wnba-picks/ Thu, 22 May 2025 08:59:56 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7547175 The Indiana Fever and Atlanta Dream meet Thursday in WNBA action at the State Farm Arena. Here’s a Dream vs Fever Prediction. This article will include a Dream vs Fever Pick. Indiana Fever Betting Preview The Indiana Fever look for a revenge spot after losing to the Dream on Tuesday. The Fever are on the …

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The Indiana Fever and Atlanta Dream meet Thursday in WNBA action at the State Farm Arena. Here’s a Dream vs Fever Prediction. This article will include a Dream vs Fever Pick.

Indiana Fever Betting Preview

The Indiana Fever look for a revenge spot after losing to the Dream on Tuesday. The Fever are on the road for the first time this season.

The Indiana Fever are averaging 91.5 points on 47.6 percent shooting and allowing 74.5 points on 35.4 percent shooting. Caitlin Clark is averaging 23.5 points and 10.5 assists, while Aliyah Boston is averaging 21.5 points and 11.5 rebounds. Kelsey Mitchell is the third double-digit scorer and Natasha Howard is grabbing 7 rebounds. The Indiana Fever are shooting 39.5 percent from beyond the arc and 62.7 percent from the free throw line. The Indiana Fever are allowing 24.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 39 rebounds per game.

Atlanta Dream Betting Preview

The Atlanta Dream look for another win over the Fever to get a game above a .500 record. The Dream are playing their first home game of the season.

The Atlanta Dream are averaging 90.5 points on 41.5 percent shooting and allowing 92 points on 49.6 percent shooting. Allisha Gray is averaging 20.5 points and 5 rebounds, while Brittney Griner is averaging 19.5 points and 1.5 assists. Brionna Jones is the third double-digit scorer and Rhyne Howard is grabbing 2 rebounds. The Atlanta Dream are shooting 30.3 percent from beyond the arc and 72.9 percent from the free throw line. The Atlanta Dream are allowing 48.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 37 rebounds per game.

Dream vs Fever Injury Report

Sophie Cunningham has been upgraded to questionable for the Fever with an ankle injury.

The Dream will be without Jordin Canada due to a knee injury.

Dream vs Fever Prediction

The Dream will have the confidence of beating the Fever on the road a couple of days ago, and the State Farm Arena should have some energy as they get to see Griner for the first time. I’m still not getting enough points to back the Dream. The Fever got whatever they wanted offensively despite the loss, and they finished the game strong. That should have some carry over effect, and there’s a chance the Fever could be 100 percent with the possible return of Cunningham. The line is soft. I’m going to lay the points with the Fever on the road.

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Mercury vs Sparks Prediction 5-21-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/mercury-vs-sparks-prediction-5-21-25-wnba-picks/ Wed, 21 May 2025 06:09:04 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7547104 The Los Angeles Sparks and Phoenix Mercury meet Wednesday in WNBA action at the PHX Arena. Here’s a Mercury vs Sparks Prediction. This article will include a Mercury vs Sparks Pick. Los Angeles Sparks Betting Preview The Los Angeles Sparks look for a second road win to improve to 2-1 on the season. The Sparks …

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The Los Angeles Sparks and Phoenix Mercury meet Wednesday in WNBA action at the PHX Arena. Here’s a Mercury vs Sparks Prediction. This article will include a Mercury vs Sparks Pick.

Los Angeles Sparks Betting Preview

The Los Angeles Sparks look for a second road win to improve to 2-1 on the season. The Sparks have won their last two road games.

The Los Angeles Sparks are averaging 84 points on 43.1 percent shooting and allowing 67 points on 42.5 percent shooting. Kelsey Plum is averaging 27.5 points and 5.5 assists, while Dearica Hamby is averaging 17 points and 10 rebounds. Azura Stevens is the third double-digit scorer and Rickea Jackson is dishing 2 assists. The Los Angeles Sparks are shooting 35.6 percent from beyond the arc and 82.2 percent from the free throw line. The Los Angeles Sparks are allowing 31.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 56 rebounds per game.

Phoenix Mercury Betting Preview

The Phoenix Mercury look for another win after upsetting the Storm on Saturday. The Mercury look for their first 2-0 start since the 2018 season.

The Phoenix Mercury are averaging 81 points on 51.7 percent shooting and allowing 59 points on 33.3 percent shooting. Satou Sabally is averaging 27 points and 6 rebounds, while Alyssa Thomas is averaging 20 points and 7 rebounds. Alexa Held is the third double-digit scorer and Kathryn Westbeld is grabbing 5 rebounds. The Phoenix Mercury are shooting 33.3 percent from beyond the arc and 61.9 percent from the free throw line. The Phoenix Mercury are allowing 17.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 38 rebounds per game.

Mercury vs Sparks Injury Report

The Sparks will be without Rickea Jackson, Rae Burrell, and Cameron Brink. Julie Allemand is probable despite a knee injury.

The Mercury will be without Natasha Mack and Kahleah Copper.

Mercury vs Sparks Prediction

This is a tough game to cap with both teams being down key players. The Sparks won’t have Jackson, while the Mercury will be without Copper for at least a month. The Mercury looked good in their season opener and are at home, so they’re getting the nod from oddsmakers. Still, I’ll lean toward the points with the Sparks who already have a road win this season and showed a respectable effort against the Lynx. I need some more convincing from the Mercury to lay decent sized numbers, especially without one of their best players. The Sparks have played well defensively through and that should be enough to grind out at least a cover. Give me the points.

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Valkyries vs Mystics Prediction 5-21-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/valkyries-vs-mystics-prediction-5-21-25-wnba-picks/ Wed, 21 May 2025 05:42:03 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7547102 The Washington Mystics and Golden State Valkyries meet Wednesday in WNBA action at the Chase Center. Here’s a Valkyries vs Mystics Prediction. This article will include a Valkyries vs Mystics Pick. Washington Mystics Betting Preview The Washington Mystics look to remain undefeated after beating the Dream and Sun. The Mystics look to start the season …

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The Washington Mystics and Golden State Valkyries meet Wednesday in WNBA action at the Chase Center. Here’s a Valkyries vs Mystics Prediction. This article will include a Valkyries vs Mystics Pick.

Washington Mystics Betting Preview

The Washington Mystics look to remain undefeated after beating the Dream and Sun. The Mystics look to start the season with a 3-0 record for the first time since 2022.

The Washington Mystics are averaging 92 points on 51.2 percent shooting and allowing 87.5 points on 42.1 percent shooting. Brittney Sykes is averaging 24.5 points and 2.5 rebounds, while Sonia Citron is averaging 17 points and 2.5 assists. Kiki Iriafen is the third double-digit scorer and Jade Melbourne is grabbing 3.5 rebounds. The Washington Mystics are shooting 42.4 percent from beyond the arc and 73.3 percent from the free throw line. The Washington Mystics allowing 30 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 29 rebounds per game.

Golden State Valkyries Betting Preview

The Golden State Valkyries look for a win after losing their opener to the Sparks. The Valkyries will have a three-game road trip after this game.

The Golden State Valkyries are averaging 67 points on 36.5 percent shooting and allowing 84 points on 46 percent shooting. Tiffany Hayes is averaging 19 points and 9 rebounds, while Temi Fagbenle is averaging 15 points and 4 assists. Julie Vanloo is the third double-digit scorer and Monique Billings is grabbing 8 rebounds. The Golden State Valkyries are shooting 25.7 percent from beyond the arc and 92.3 percent from the free throw line. The Golden State Valkyries allowing 36.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33 rebounds per game.

Valkyries vs Mystics Injury Report

The Mystics will be without Georgia Amoore and Aaliyah Edwards.

The Valkyries will be without Cecilia Zandalasini, while Stephanie Talbot is questionable with a quadriceps injury.

Valkyries vs Mystics Prediction

I like the Mystics more in the underdog role, but they’re off to a fine start through two games and are now 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games dating back to last season. It’s just one game, but the Valkyries were expected to get off to a rocky start. The Valkyries are starting from scratch and have a roster full of players who are trying to find their role. Remember, the Valkyries don’t have a go-to player yet on their roster, as pretty much everybody is either young or someone who hasn’t led a team.

If the Mystics are serious about making a playoff push, they have to take advantage of games like this. A hiccup here would erase a lot of the progress the Mystics have made so far. I’ll lay the points with the Mystics, mainly due to my lack of confidence in the Valkyries.

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Lynx vs Wings Prediction 5-21-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/lynx-vs-wings-prediction-5-21-25-wnba-picks/ Wed, 21 May 2025 05:28:10 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7547100 The Dallas Wings and Minnesota Lynx meet Wednesday in WNBA action at the Target Center. Here’s a Lynx vs Wings Prediction. This article will include a Lynx vs Wings Pick. Dallas Wings Betting Preview The Dallas Wings look for their first win after losing to the Lynx and Storm. The Wings look to avoid their …

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The Dallas Wings and Minnesota Lynx meet Wednesday in WNBA action at the Target Center. Here’s a Lynx vs Wings Prediction. This article will include a Lynx vs Wings Pick.

Dallas Wings Betting Preview

The Dallas Wings look for their first win after losing to the Lynx and Storm. The Wings look to avoid their first 0-3 start since the 2019 season.

The Dallas Wings are averaging 77.5 points on 41 percent shooting and allowing 89 points on 47.1 percent shooting. Paige Bueckers is averaging 14.5 points and 5 assists, while Arike Ogunbowale is averaging 12 points and 2 rebounds. Maddy Siegrist is the third double-digit scorer and DiJonai Carrington is grabbing 4 rebounds. The Dallas Wings are shooting 27.3 percent from beyond the arc and 74.4 percent from the free throw line. The Dallas Wings are allowing 45.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 38.5 rebounds per game.

Minnesota Lynx Betting Preview

The Minnesota Lynx look to remain undefeated on the season after beating the Wings and Sparks. The Minnesota Lynx look to start 3-0 for the first time since the 2019 season.

The Minnesota Lynx are averaging 99 points on 50.4 percent shooting and allowing 84 points on 42.9 percent shooting. Napheesa Collier is averaging 28.5 points and 5 rebounds, while Courtney Williams is averaging 19 points and 4.5 rebounds. Alanna Smith is the third double-digit scorer and Jessica Shepard is dishing 3 assists. The Minnesota Lynx are shooting 37.8 percent from beyond the arc and 80.5 percent from the free throw line. The Minnesota Lynx are allowing 35 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31 rebounds per game.

Lynx vs Wings Injury Report

Alanna Smith is questionable with a quadriceps injury. Kayla McBride will miss her third game due to personal reasons.

The Wings don’t have any players listed on their injury report.

Lynx vs Wings Prediction

The Lynx are 4-11 ATS in their last 15 games as a double-digit favorite, so I did consider the points. The Lynx will also still be without McBride, which is a big blow despite their first two games. However, the Wings have lost two ugly games at home where they haven’t played a lick of defense. I doubt things improve on the road against better competition. The Lynx have been arguably the best offensive team out of the gate and this is their first home game, so expect a packed house for last year’s runner ups. Thick line, but if the first two games for these teams is an indication of things to come, this should be a blowout.

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Draftkings WNBA DFS Picks: Sparks vs. Mercury 5/21/25 https://sportschatplace.com/fantasy-picks/draftkings-sparks-mercury-wnba/ Wed, 21 May 2025 01:15:13 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7547094 The WNBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a regular season matchup featuring the Los Angeles Sparks and the Phoenix Mercury. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective. Before we dive into the Los Angeles Sparks vs. Phoenix Mercury game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest. Draftkings …

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The WNBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a regular season matchup featuring the Los Angeles Sparks and the Phoenix Mercury. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Los Angeles Sparks vs. Phoenix Mercury game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow night’s Los Angeles Sparks vs. Phoenix Mercury matchup.

Draftkings WNBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Dearica Hamby, Forward, Los Angeles Sparks $10,800

Talented forward Dearica Hamby was a solid performer for the Los Angeles Sparks last season. Let’s review Hamby’s relevant player data from the 2024 WNBA regular season to better shed light on the veteran forward’s overall contributions to her team.

In the 40 games that Dearica Hamby played for the Los Angeles Sparks in the 2024 WNBA regular season, Hamby averaged a rather impressive 17.3 points, 9.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.7 steals and 0.2 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 40 games that Dearica Hamby played for the Sparks in 2024, Hamby averaged 37.3 Draftkings points a contest.

More recently, in the Los Angeles Sparks 84-67 win over the Golden State Valkyries four days ago, Los Angeles forward Dearica Hamby played exceptionally well. More specifically, Hamby amassed 20 points, ten rebounds and two assists in the Sparks defeat of the Valkyries.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings WNBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In summary, I think Los Angeles Sparks forward Dearica Hamby is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this WNBA regular season game. With that said, I am backing Dearica Hamby at the captain position for this one game Draftkings WNBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Azura Stevens, Forward, Los Angeles Sparks $8,800

In addition to Dearica Hamby, forward Azura Stevens has been a key contributor for the Los Angeles Sparks this season.

In the two games that forward Azura Stevens has played for the Los Angeles Sparks in the 2025 WNBA regular season, Stevens is averaging a robust 16 points, 5.5 rebounds, 0.5 assist, 3 steals and 1.5 blocks a game.

In conclusion, I fully expect Los Angeles Sparks forward Azura Stevens to play well in tomorrow night’s WNBA regular season matchup with the Pheonix Mercury.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this WNBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Kelsey Plum, Guard (Los Angeles Sparks) $10,600: Alyssa Thomas, Forward (Phoenix Mercury) $10,200: Kalani Brown, Forward (Phoenix Mercury) $5,000.

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Draftkings WNBA DFS Picks: Dream vs. Fever 5/20/25 https://sportschatplace.com/fantasy-picks/draftkings-dream-fever-5-20-25/ Tue, 20 May 2025 11:49:13 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7547032 The WNBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a regular season matchup featuring the Atlanta Dream and the Indiana Fever. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective. Before we dive into the Atlanta Dream vs. Indiana Fever game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest. Draftkings Single Game …

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The WNBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a regular season matchup featuring the Atlanta Dream and the Indiana Fever. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Atlanta Dream vs. Indiana Fever game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Atlanta Dream vs. Indiana Fever matchup.

Draftkings WNBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Caitlin Clark, Guard, Indiana Pacers $12,000

Talented guard Caitlin Clark was the driving force behind the Indiana Fever’s success on the basketball court last season. Let’s review Clark’s relevant player data from the 2024 WNBA regular season to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 40 games that Caitlin Clark played for the Indiana Fever in the 2024 WNBA regular season, Clark averaged 19.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, 8.4 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 40 games that Caitlin Clark played for the Fever in 2024, Clark averaged a massive 42.4 Draftkings points a contest.

More recently, in the Fever’s opening game of the 2025 WNBA regular season two days ago, Indiana guard Caitlin Clark compiled 20 points, ten rebounds, ten assists, two steals and one blocks in the Indiana Fever’s 93-58 defeat of the Chicago Sky.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings WNBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In summary, I think Caitlin Clark is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this WNBA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am backing Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark at the captain position for this one game Draftkings WNBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Aliyah Boston, Forward, Indiana Fever $8,800

In addition to guard Caitlin Clark, forward Aliyah Boston was a solid performer for the Indiana Fever last season. With that said, how did Boston perform from a statistical standpoint in 2024? Let’s examine Boston’s game data from the 2024 WNBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 40 games that forward Aliyah Boston played for the Indiana Fever in the 2024 WNBA regular season, Jackson averaged a robust 14.1 points, 9.2 assists, 3.1 rebounds, 0.9 steals and 1.3 blocks a game.

In the Fever’s win over the Chicago Sky earlier this week, Aliyah Boston tallied a rather impressive 47.5 Draftkings points.

In conclusion, I fully expect Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston to play well in this evening’s matchup with the Atlanta Dream.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this WNBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Allisha Gray, Guard (Atlanta Dream) $10,200: DeWanna Bonner, Guard (Indiana Fever) $7,200: Brittney Griner, Forward (Atlanta Dream) $9,000.

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Fever vs Dream Prediction 5-20-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/fever-vs-dream-prediction-5-20-25-wnba-picks/ Tue, 20 May 2025 05:18:27 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7547039 The Atlanta Dream and Indiana Fever meet Tuesday in WNBA action at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Here’s a Fever vs Dream Prediction. This article will include a Fever vs Dream Pick. Atlanta Dream Betting Preview The Atlanta Dream look for their first win after losing their opener to the Mystics. The Dream hope to avoid their …

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The Atlanta Dream and Indiana Fever meet Tuesday in WNBA action at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Here’s a Fever vs Dream Prediction. This article will include a Fever vs Dream Pick.

Atlanta Dream Betting Preview

The Atlanta Dream look for their first win after losing their opener to the Mystics. The Dream hope to avoid their first 0-2 start since the 2021 season.

The Atlanta Dream are averaging 90 points on 40.5 percent shooting and allowing 94 points on 50.8 percent shooting. Allisha Gray is averaging 25 points and 8 rebounds, while Brittney Griner is averaging 18 points and 1 assist. Brionna Jones is the third double-digit scorer and Rhyne Howard is grabbing 2 rebounds. The Atlanta Dream are shooting 33.3 percent from beyond the arc and 66.7 percent from the free throw line. The Atlanta Dream are allowing 50 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 37 rebounds per game.

Indiana Fever Betting Preview

The Indiana Fever hope to remain undefeated after blasting the Sky on Saturday. The Fever look for their first 2-0 start sine the 2012 season.

The Indiana Fever are averaging 93 points on 46.7 percent shooting and allowing 58 points on 29.1 percent shooting. Caitlin Clark is averaging 20 points and 10 assists, while Aliyah Boston is averaging 19 points and 13 rebounds. Natasha Howard is the third double-digit scorer and Kelsey Mitchell is grabbing 1 rebound. The Indiana Fever are shooting 33.3 percent from beyond the arc and 64 percent from the free throw line. The Indiana Fever are allowing 22.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 46 rebounds per game.

Fever vs Dream Injury Report

The Dream will be without Jordin Canada due to a knee injury.

Sophie Cunningham is questionable for the Fever with an ankle injury.

Fever vs Dream Prediction

The Dream improved their roster over the offseason and should be a playoff contender, and you don’t want to overreact to one game. However, the Dream looked terrible against the Mystics as an eight-point favorite, not playing a lick of defense in the losing effort. The Fever are the sexy flashy team so you’re going to get inflated lines most nights, but if the Mystics could score at will against the Dream, imagine what Indiana could do.

The Fever looked fabulous in their win over the Sky, and we could see a lot of that this season, especially at home where the place is packed nightly. Sure, the line could be down a point or two, but a double-digit win for the Fever wouldn’t be shocking. Give me the Fever.

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Sun vs Aces Prediction 5-20-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/sun-vs-aces-prediction-5-20-25-wnba-picks/ Tue, 20 May 2025 04:55:37 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7547037 The Las Vegas Aces and Connecticut Sun meet Tuesday in WNBA action at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Here’s a Sun vs Aces Prediction. This article will include a Sun vs Aces Pick. Las Vegas Aces Betting Preview The Las Vegas Aces need a win after losing their opener to the Liberty on Saturday. The Aces …

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The Las Vegas Aces and Connecticut Sun meet Tuesday in WNBA action at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Here’s a Sun vs Aces Prediction. This article will include a Sun vs Aces Pick.

Las Vegas Aces Betting Preview

The Las Vegas Aces need a win after losing their opener to the Liberty on Saturday. The Aces hope to avoid their first 0-2 start since the 2018 season.

The Las Vegas Aces are averaging 78 points on 4.1 percent shooting and allowing 92 points on 48.6 percent shooting. A’ja Wilson is averaging 31 points and 16 rebounds, while Jackie Young is averaging 16 points and 5 rebounds. Chelsea Gray is the third double-digit scorer and Dana Evans is grabbing 1 rebound. The Las Vegas Aces are shooting 4.4 percent from beyond the arc and 84.6 percent from the free throw line. The Las Vegas Aces are allowing 19 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41 rebounds per game.

Connecticut Sun Betting Preview

The Connecticut Sun also look for their first win after losing to the Mystics on Sunday. The Sun hope to avoid their first 0-2 start since the 2020 season.

The Connecticut Sun are averaging 85 points on 43.9 percent shooting and allowing 90 points on 51.6 percent shooting. Tina Charles is averaging 23 points and 2 assists, while Olivia Nelson-Ododa is averaging 18 points and 8 rebounds. Bria Hartley is the third double-digit scorer and Marina Mabrey is dishing 3 assists. The Connecticut Sun are shooting 21.4 percent from beyond the arc and 82.8 percent from the free throw line. The Connecticut Sun are allowing 33.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33 rebounds per game.

Sun vs Aces Injury Report

The Aces will be without Cheyenne Parker-Tyus and Megan Gustafson.

The Sun will be without Aneesah Morrow and Leila Lacan.

Sun vs Aces Prediction

There’s a talent gap between the Sun and Aces, as Connecticut is going through a rebuild, and Vegas is probably the team to beat this season. With that said, the season is still young and double-digit chalk seems a bit too thick. The Aces didn’t show much resistance defensively in their season opener, and they’re on the road again. The Aces are 3-5 ATS in their last eight games as a double-digit favorite. The Sun are 12-7 ATS in their last 19 games as a double-digit underdog. The Aces should obviously win this game, but I’m going to take my chances with the points.

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Wings vs Storm Prediction 5-19-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/wings-vs-storm-prediction-5-19-25-wnba-picks/ Mon, 19 May 2025 06:19:30 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7546997 The Seattle Storm and Dallas Wings meet Monday in WNBA action at the College Park Center. Here’s a Wings vs Storm Prediction. This article will include a Wings vs Storm Pick. Seattle Storm Betting Preview The Seattle Storm look for their first win after losing their opener to the Mercury. The Seattle Storm hope to …

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The Seattle Storm and Dallas Wings meet Monday in WNBA action at the College Park Center. Here’s a Wings vs Storm Prediction. This article will include a Wings vs Storm Pick.

Seattle Storm Betting Preview

The Seattle Storm look for their first win after losing their opener to the Mercury. The Seattle Storm hope to avoid their third straight 0-2 start to the season.

The Seattle Storm are averaging 59 points on 33.3 percent shooting and allowing 81 points on 51.7 percent shooting. Skylar Diggins is averaging 21 points and 3 rebounds, while Nneka Ogwumike is averaging 12 points and 7 rebounds. Erica Wheeler is dishing 2 assists and Li Yueru is grabbing 4 rebounds. The Seattle Storm are shooting 17.6 percent from beyond the arc and 70 percent from the free throw line. The Seattle Storm are allowing 33.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 29 rebounds per game.

Dallas Wings Betting Preview

The Dallas Wings also look for a win after losing their opener to the Lynx. The Wings look to avoid their first 0-2 start since the 2019 season.

The Dallas Wings are averaging 84 points on 45.5 percent shooting and allowing 99 points on 53 percent shooting. Arike Ogunbowale is averaging 16 points and 4 assists, while DiJonai Carrington is averaging 15 points and 3 rebounds. Myisha Hines-Allen is the third double-digit scorer and Maddy Siegrist is grabbing 2 rebounds. The Dallas Wings are shooting 35.7 percent from beyond the arc and 79.2 percent from the free throw line. The Dallas Wings are allowing 36.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 35 rebounds per game.

Wings vs Storm Injury Report

Luisa Geiselsoder is probable for the Wings after not playing in the season opener.

The Storm will continue to be without Katie Lou Samuelson.

Wings vs Storm Prediction

The Storm should be favored as they’re the more experienced team with greater expectations. The problem is the Storm were awful in their season opener, losing to the Mercury 81-59 as a six-point favorite. It’s one game, but I’m not convinced another road game is going to help turn things around. The Wings showed flashes against the Lynx, and a somewhat competitive game against a top-three team in this league is a positive.

I’d also expect a better effort from Paige Bueckers now that she has a game under her belt. If the Storm played the way they did in their first effort, this is a game the Wings could win. We’re still feeling these teams out. I’ll grab the bucket with the Wings.

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Draftkings WNBA DFS Picks: Storm vs. Wings 5/19/25 https://sportschatplace.com/fantasy-picks/draftkings-storm-wings-5-19-25/ Mon, 19 May 2025 01:49:34 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7546990 The WNBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a regular season matchup featuring the Seattle Storm and the Dallas Wings. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective. Before we dive into the Seattle Storm vs. Dallas Wings game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest. Draftkings Single Game …

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The WNBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a regular season matchup featuring the Seattle Storm and the Dallas Wings. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Seattle Storm vs. Dallas Wings game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow night’s Seattle Storm vs. Dallas Wings matchup.

Draftkings WNBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Skylar Diggins, Guard, Seattle Storm $8,600

Veteran guard Skylar Diggins was a standout performer for the Seattle Storm last season. With that said how did Diggins perform from a statistical standpoint? Let’s review Diggins relevant player data from the 2024 WNBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 40 games that Skylar Diggins played for the Seattle Storm in the 2024 WNBA regular season, Diggins averaged 15.1 points, 2.6 rebounds, 6.5 assists, 1.7 steals and 0.9 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 40 games that Skylar Diggins played for the Storm in 2024, Diggins averaged a robust 32.7 Draftkings points a contest.

More recently, in the Storm’s opening game of the 2025 WNBA regular season two days ago, Seattle guard Skylar Diggins 21 points, three rebounds, four assists, four steals and one block in the Las Vegas Aces 83-76 defeat of the Seattle Storm.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings WNBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In my view, Skylar Diggins is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this WNBA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am backing Seattle Storm guard Skylar Diggins at the captain position for this one game Draftkings WNBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Nneka Ogwumike, Forward, Seattle Storm $9,400

In addition to guard Skylar Diggins, forward Nneka Ogwumike was a key contributor for the Seattle Storm last season. Let’s examine Ogwumike’s game data from 2024 to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 37 games that forward Nneka Ogwumike played for the Seattle Storm in the 2024 WNBA regular season, Ogwumike averaged 16.6 points, 7.7 assists, 2.3 assists, 1.9 steals and 0.5 blocks a contest.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 37 games that Ogwumike played for the Storm in 2024, Ogwumike averaged a rather impressive 34.8 Draftkings points a game.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this WNBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Arika Ogunbowale, Guard (Dallas Wings) $9,600: Paige Bueckers, Guard (Dallas Wings) $9,000.

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Sparks vs Lynx Prediction 5-18-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/sparks-vs-lynx-prediction-5-18-25-wnba-picks/ Sun, 18 May 2025 05:30:04 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7546942 The Minnesota Lynx and Los Angeles Sparks meet Sunday in WNBA action at the crypto.com Arena. Here’s a Sparks vs Lynx Prediction. This article will include a Sparks vs Lynx Pick. Minnesota Lynx Betting Preview The Minnesota Lynx look for a quick 2-0 start to the WNBA season after beating the Wings on Friday. The …

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The Minnesota Lynx and Los Angeles Sparks meet Sunday in WNBA action at the crypto.com Arena. Here’s a Sparks vs Lynx Prediction. This article will include a Sparks vs Lynx Pick.

Minnesota Lynx Betting Preview

The Minnesota Lynx look for a quick 2-0 start to the WNBA season after beating the Wings on Friday. The Minnesota Lynx look to start 2-0 for the second time since the 2020 season.

The Minnesota Lynx are averaging 99 points on 53 percent shooting and allowing 84 points on 45.5 percent shooting. Napheesa Collier is averaging 34 points and 4 rebounds, while Courtney Williams is averaging 25 points and 4 rebounds. Jessica Shepard is the third double-digit scorer and Diamond Miller is dishing 3 assists. The Minnesota Lynx are shooting 35 percent from beyond the arc and 78.6 percent from the free throw line. The Minnesota Lynx are allowing 35.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31 rebounds per game.

Los Angeles Sparks Betting Preview

The Los Angeles Sparks also look to stay undefeated after beating Golden State on Friday. The Sparks look for their first 2-0 start since the 2022 season.

The Los Angeles Sparks are averaging 84 points on 46 percent shooting and allowing 67 points on 36.5 percent shooting. Kelsey Plum is averaging 37 points and 6 assists, while Dearica Hamby is averaging 14 points and 10 rebounds. Rickea Jackson is the third double-digit scorer and Azura Stevens is grabbing 5 rebounds. The Los Angeles Sparks are shooting 36.8 percent from beyond the arc and 90.5 percent from the free throw line. The Los Angeles Sparks are allowing 25.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 27 rebounds per game.

Sparks vs Lynx Injury Report

The Sparks will be without Julie Allemand, Rae Burrell, and Cameron Brink.

Alanna Smith is questionable with a quadriceps injury. Kayla McBride will miss her second game due to personal reasons.

Sparks vs Lynx Prediction

The Sparks looked strong in their season opener and are more mature than they were a season ago, but there’s still a prove it factor with them. I need to see more before I can take them seriously against respectable teams. The Lynx are still without one of their best players in McBride, but there’s still enough here to get the job done. While it’s just one game, it does feel like the Lynx are on a bit of a revenge tour and are using the finals as a motivation factor.

The Lynx have covered 11 of their last 17 games as a favorite. I’m just not excited to step in front of the Lynx right now, especially when playing teams that still have to prove they’re worthy of attention. I’ll lay the chalk with the Lynx.

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Sun vs Mystics Prediction 5-18-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/sun-vs-mystics-prediction-5-18-25-wnba-picks/ Sun, 18 May 2025 05:11:55 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7546941 The Washington Mystics and Connecticut Sun meet Sunday in WNBA action at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Here’s a Sun vs Mystics Prediction. This article will include a Sun vs Mystics Pick. Washington Mystics Betting Preview The Washington Mystics look for a quick 2-0 start after beating the Dream on Friday. The Mystics look to start …

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The Washington Mystics and Connecticut Sun meet Sunday in WNBA action at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Here’s a Sun vs Mystics Prediction. This article will include a Sun vs Mystics Pick.

Washington Mystics Betting Preview

The Washington Mystics look for a quick 2-0 start after beating the Dream on Friday. The Mystics look to start the season with a 2-0 record for the first time since 2022.

The Washington Mystics are averaging 94 points on 50.8 percent shooting and allowing 90 points on 40.5 percent shooting. Brittney Sykes is averaging 22 points and 3 rebounds, while Sonia Citron is averaging 19 points and 2 assists. Kiki Iriafen is the third double-digit scorer and Sug Sutton is grabbing 1 rebound. The Washington Mystics are shooting 50 percent from beyond the arc and 74.2 percent from the free throw line. The Washington Mystics allowing 33.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 26 rebounds per game.

Connecticut Sun Betting Preview

The Sun won 28 games last season and now begin the Rachid Meziane coaching era. The Sun haven’t missed the playoffs since 2016. The Sun are in a transition period, as they’re the first WNBA team to lose all five starters in a single season. Say goodbye to players such as DeWanna Bonner, Brionna Jones, DiJonai Carrington, Alyssa Thomas, and Tyasha Harris.

Marina Mabrey is the only notable returning player, while Tina Charles returns after spending her first four seasons in Connecticut. Charles is a legend, but she’s also now 36 years old. Not much is expected from the Sun this season, and the focus should be on the growth of first round picks Aneesah Morrow and Saniya Rivers. This could be the year that playoff streak is snapped.

Sun vs Mystics Injury Report

The Mystics will be without Georgia Amoore and Aaliyah Edwards. Shakira Austin is probable despite a leg injury.

The Sun will be without Saniya Rivers, Aneesah Morrow, and Leila Lacan.

Sun vs Mystics Prediction

I like the Mystics more in the underdog role than I do as a favorite, but this is a game they should win. The Sun are breaking in a brand-new starting five, coaching staff, and they have some notable names on the injury report. The Mystics are coming off a nice upset win over the Dream which provides a confidence boost, and they’ve had the benefit of getting a game under their belt. There should be far fewer jitters and rust for the Mystics. The line also isn’t anything crazy. Give me the Mystics on Sunday afternoon.

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Draftkings WNBA DFS Picks: Sky vs. Fever 5/17/25 https://sportschatplace.com/fantasy-picks/draftkings-sky-pacers-5-17-25/ Sat, 17 May 2025 15:06:08 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7546916 Later today, the WNBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a regular season matchup featuring the Chicago Sky and the Indiana Fever. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective. Before we dive into the Chicago Sky vs. Indiana Fever game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest. Draftkings …

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Later today, the WNBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a regular season matchup featuring the Chicago Sky and the Indiana Fever. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Chicago Sky vs. Indiana Fever game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for this afternoon’s Chicago Sky vs. Indiana Fever matchup.

Draftkings WNBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Caitlin Clark, Guard, Indiana Pacers $10,200

Talented guard Caitlin Clark was an essential part of the Indiana Fever’s starting lineup last season. Let’s review Clark’s relevant player data from the 2024 WNBA regular season to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 40 games that Caitlin Clark played for the Indiana Fever in the 2024 WNBA regular season, Clark averaged 19.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, 8.4 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.7 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 40 games that Caitlin Clark played for the Fever in 2024, Clark averaged a massive 42.4 Draftkings points a contest. It has to be said, those are the type of DFS numbers that I need to see from a player that I select at the captain position.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings WNBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In summary, I think Caitlin Clark is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this WNBA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am backing Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark at the captain position for this one game Draftkings WNBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Aliyah Boston, Forward, Indiana Fever $8,400

In addition to guard Caitlin Clark, forward Aliyah Boston was a key contributor for the Indiana Fever last season. With that said, how did Boston perform from a statistical standpoint in 2024? Let’s examine Boston’s game data from the 2024 WNBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 40 games that forward Aliyah Boston played for the Indiana Fever in the 2024 WNBA regular season, Jackson averaged a robust 14.1 points, 9.2 assists, 3.1 rebounds, 0.9 steals and 1.3 blocks a game.

In conclusion, I fully expect Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston to play well in this afternoon’s WNBA regular season matchup with the Chicago Sky.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this WNBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Angel Reese, Forward (Chicago Sky) $9,600: DeWanna Bonner, Guard (Indiana Fever) $8,200: Ariel Atkins, Guard (Chicago Sky) $6,800.

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Mercury vs Storm Prediction 5-17-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/mercury-vs-storm-prediction-5-17-25-wnba-picks/ Sat, 17 May 2025 05:02:37 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7546876 The Seattle Storm and Phoenix Mercury meet Saturday in WNBA action at the PHX Arena. Here’s a Mercury vs Storm Prediction. This article will include a Mercury vs Storm Pick. Seattle Storm Betting Preview The Storm won 25 games last season and will enter year five under coach Noelle Quinn. The Storm are as experienced …

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The Seattle Storm and Phoenix Mercury meet Saturday in WNBA action at the PHX Arena. Here’s a Mercury vs Storm Prediction. This article will include a Mercury vs Storm Pick.

Seattle Storm Betting Preview

The Storm won 25 games last season and will enter year five under coach Noelle Quinn. The Storm are as experienced as any team in the league, as there are five players who are at least 30 years old. Skylar Diggins and Nneka Ogwumike are back for another season, while Erica Wheeler and Alysha Clark were added to create this old roster. Gabby Williams will play her first full WNBA season since 2022, and at 28 years old, she’s as decorated overseas as it gets.

The one young player is Dominique Malonga, who Tony Parker compared to Victor Wembanyama, and it will be interesting to see how much she plays her rookie year. Overall, the Storm are a veteran team filled with players who have been there, done that at all levels. We’ll see if that’s enough for the Storm to push the contenders in this league. 

Phoenix Mercury Betting Preview

The Mercury haven’t won a playoff series since winning the title in 2021, and they enter year two under coach Nate Tibbetts. It’s a new era in Phoenix with Diana Taurasi retiring and Brittney Griner going to Atlanta. Kahleah Copper and Natasha Cloud showed enough last season that they’re capable of leading the franchise. The Mercury were also busy by adding Satou Sabally and Alyssa Thomas, players with a combined seven all-star berths.

The core of this Mercury roster is in their prime, and they have scoring and athletic ability. Copper, Sabally, and Thomas have all been the go-to player on previous teams, so it will be interesting to see how they come together. There’s high upside with this Mercury squad, and they will be a team to watch, as this is the one team that could legit spoil the party for some of the elite contenders.

Mercury vs Storm Injury Report

The Storm will be without Katie Lou Samuelson.

The Mercury will be without Natasha Mack, Kahleah Copper, Kitija Laksa, and Murjanatu Musa.

Mercury vs Storm Prediction

I’m high on the Mercury with the additions they made and will be backing them a lot this season. The problem is the Mercury enter the season with a lot of injuries, which includes not having Copper for opening day. A team as experienced as the Storm should be able to take advantage of that. The Mercury are also 1-11 ATS in their last 12 games as an underdog. It’s just not an ideal situation for the Mercury, who are a bit top-heavy, so being down so many players already puts them behind the eight-ball. The line is reasonable. Give me the Storm and the small number. 

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Fever vs Sky Prediction 5-17-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/fever-vs-sky-prediction-5-17-25-wnba-picks/ Sat, 17 May 2025 04:37:36 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7546874 The Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever meet Saturday in WNBA action at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Here’s a Fever vs Sky Prediction. This article will include a Fever vs Sky Pick. Chicago Sky Betting Preview The Sky won 13 games last season and begin the Tyler Marsh coaching era. The Sky have a young core to …

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The Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever meet Saturday in WNBA action at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Here’s a Fever vs Sky Prediction. This article will include a Fever vs Sky Pick.

Chicago Sky Betting Preview

The Sky won 13 games last season and begin the Tyler Marsh coaching era. The Sky have a young core to be excited about in Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso, a duo that showed flashes of brilliance that led to being on the all-rookie team. The Sky had issues scoring last season, so it was weird not brining back their best scorer in Chennedy Carter.

However, the additions of Ariel Atkins and Courtney Vandersloot could fill the void and is also a shot of experience to a youthful roster. Vandersloot spent her first 12 seasons in Chicago and was a four-time all-star, so her return home should get the fans excited. Atkins has been a double-digit scorer her whole career and has playmaking ability at guard. The Sky should push for a playoff appearance for the sixth time in the last seven years.

Indiana Fever Betting Preview

The Fever won 20 games last season and decided to bring back Stephanie White as head coach. White coached the Fever to a combined 37 wins in 2015-16. On paper the Fever are possibly the most fun team in the league led by superstar Caitlin Clark who has taken the league by storm. There’s also Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston, who played their roles in getting the Fever to the playoffs last season.

The additions of Natasha Howard, Sophie Cunningham, and DeWanna Bonner not only add experience to the roster but do elevate the Fever into contender status. Offensively, the Fever have elite potential and could overwhelm teams most nights. The question remains on the defensive side, as the Fever weren’t great last year. The Fever also has to prove themselves against the top teams to be respected. Again, on paper, the Fever can hang with any team in the league.

Fever vs Sky Injury Report

The Sky will be without Moriah Jefferson, while Hailey Van Lith is questionable with an ankle injury.

The Fever will be without Sophie Cunningham due to an ankle injury.

Fever vs Sky Prediction

The Fever are going to be favored at home more times than not, and we’re going to get inflated lines due to the public. It’s the Caitlin Clark effect. However, until proven otherwise, the Fever isn’t great defensively, and it’s going to lead to failed covers. In fact, the Fever are 4-9 ATS in their last 13 games when favorites of five or more points.

Also, the Sky improved this offseason and will have a more mature team as well. The Sky and Fever played close games last season, and it’s the underdog that’s covered six of the last eight meetings. I get the Fever are the sexy team everybody wants to bet on, but this line is too steep. Give me the Sky and the points.

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Liberty vs Aces Prediction 5-17-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/liberty-vs-aces-prediction-5-17-25-wnba-picks/ Sat, 17 May 2025 04:10:52 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7546872 The Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty meet Saturday in WNBA action at the Barclays Center. Here’s a Liberty vs Aces Prediction. This article will include a Liberty vs Aces Pick. Las Vegas Aces Betting Preview The Aces have made the playoffs each of the last six years and enter year four under coach …

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The Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty meet Saturday in WNBA action at the Barclays Center. Here’s a Liberty vs Aces Prediction. This article will include a Liberty vs Aces Pick.

Las Vegas Aces Betting Preview

The Aces have made the playoffs each of the last six years and enter year four under coach Becky Hammon. The Aces traded Kelsey Plum, but snagged Jewell Loyd, which could actually be an upgrade. A’ja Wilson is arguably the best player in the league and gives the Aces a chance every night she’s on the court. Jackie Young is in the prime of her career, and the health of Chelsea Gray would go a long way.

The Aces will also get a boost with the return of Elizabeth Kitley after she missed last year with a torn ACL. At full strength, the Aces should probably be favored to win the title. The Aces are a good bet to win their third championship in the last four years.

New York Liberty Betting Preview

The Liberty are coming off their first title in franchise history and enter year four under coach Sandy Brondello. The Liberty have made the finals in the last two seasons. The Liberty bring back their big three of Breanna Stewart, Jonquel Jones, and Sabrina Ionescu, which is as good as it gets in the WNBA. The addition of Natasha Cloud should take pressure off of Ionescu to do so much and creates an even scarier offense. Marine Johannes is also back after missing all of last season. The Liberty are probably deeper than they were last season, and the core of their roster is in their prime. It’s not easy to repeat, but the Liberty have the pieces to keep the party going in New York.

Liberty vs Aces Injury Report

Leonie Fiebich is questionable for the Liberty due to an undisclosed issue.

The Aces will be without Megan Gustafson, Cheyenne Parker-Tyus, and Crystal Bradford.

Liberty vs Aces Prediction

The Liberty are going to be favored at home for obvious reasons, as they’re the defending champs and bring back the core that got it done. However, getting the Aces in the underdog role always has value given the talent and experience on this roster. You’re not going to get the Aces as underdogs much this season. And while the Liberty have won seven of the last nine games against the Aces, it’s the underdog that’s 6-2-1 ATS in those games.

As previously mentioned, the Aces should probably be the betting favorite to win the title this season, and seeing the Liberty celebrate before the game should create a fire in the belly. I expect a motivated Aces team that wants to make an early statement. The value is with the Aces and the points.

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Draftkings WNBA DFS Picks: Sparks vs. Valkyries 5/16/25 https://sportschatplace.com/fantasy-picks/draftkings-sparks-valkyries-wnba/ Fri, 16 May 2025 16:32:44 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7546805 The WNBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a regular season matchup featuring the Los Angeles Sparks and the Golden State Valkyries. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective. Before we dive into the Los Angeles Sparks vs. Golden State Valkyries game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown …

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The WNBA presents Draftkings basketball fans with a regular season matchup featuring the Los Angeles Sparks and the Golden State Valkyries. Let’s take a look at this game from a DFS perspective.

Before we dive into the Los Angeles Sparks vs. Golden State Valkyries game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Los Angeles Sparks vs. Golden State Valkyries matchup.

Draftkings WNBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Dearica Hamby, Forward, Los Angeles Sparks $9,400

Veteran forward Dearica Hamby was a standout performer for the Los Angeles Sparks last season. Let’s review Hamby’s relevant player data from the 2024 WNBA regular season to better shed light on the talented forward’s overall contributions to her team.

In the 40 games that Dearica Hamby played for the Los Angeles Sparks in the 2024 WNBA regular season, Hamby averaged a rather impressive 17.3 points, 9.2 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.7 steals and 0.2 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 40 games that Dearica Hamby played for the Sparks in 2024, Hamby averaged 37.3 Draftkings points a contest. It has to be said, those are the type of DFS numbers that I need to see from a player that I select at the captain position.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings WNBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In summary, I think Los Angeles Sparks forward Dearica Hamby is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this WNBA regular season game. With that said, I am backing Dearica Hamby at the captain position for this one game Draftkings WNBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Rickea Jackson, Forward, Los Angeles Sparks $8,600

In addition to Dearica Hamby, forward Rickea Jackson was a key contributor for the Los Angeles Sparks last season. With that said, how did Jackson perform from a statistical perspective in 2024? Let’s examine Jackson’s game data from the 2024 WNBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 40 games that forward Rickea Jackson played for the Los Angeles Sparks in the 2024 WNBA regular season, Jackson averaged a robust 13.4 points, 3.9 assists, 1.5 rebounds, 0.7 steals and 0.4 blocks a game.

In conclusion, I fully expect Los Angeles Sparks guard Rickea Jackson to play well in tonight’s WNBA regular season matchup with the Golden State Valkyries.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this WNBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Kelsey Plum, Guard (Los Angeles Sparks) $8,800: Tiffany Hayes, Guard (Golden State Valkyries) $8,400: Julie Vanloo, Guard (Golden State Valkyries) $6,600.

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Sparks vs Valkyries Prediction 5-16-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/sparks-vs-valkyries-prediction-5-16-25-wnba-picks/ Fri, 16 May 2025 05:38:58 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7546815 The Los Angeles Sparks and Golden State Valkyries meet Friday in WNBA action at the Chase Center. Here’s a Sparks vs Valkyries Prediction. This article will include a Sparks vs Valkyries Pick. Los Angeles Sparks Betting Preview The Sparks won eight games last year and haven’t made the playoffs since the 2020 season. The Lynne …

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The Los Angeles Sparks and Golden State Valkyries meet Friday in WNBA action at the Chase Center. Here’s a Sparks vs Valkyries Prediction. This article will include a Sparks vs Valkyries Pick.

Los Angeles Sparks Betting Preview

The Sparks won eight games last year and haven’t made the playoffs since the 2020 season. The Lynne Roberts coaching era begins. There’s potential with the Sparks with the eventual return of Cameron Brink, a promising young player in Rickea Jackson, and the addition of Kelsey Plum. A two-time champion and three-time all-star, Plum brings experience and playmaking ability to a fairly young Sparks roster. Dearica Hamby is also coming off her best season yet despite being 31 years old.

The Sparks have athletes and scoring, so this should be an up-tempo team that plays with some flair. Once Brink is back in the mix and Plum is comfortable with her new teammates, the Sparks should push for a playoff berth. It’s exciting times in Los Angeles for the first time in a while, which is great for the WNBA. The league is in a better place when teams with big markets are doing well.

Golden State Valkyries Betting Preview

The Valkyries will make their debut as the newest team in the WNBA, and Natalie Nakase is the head coach. It’s going to take time for the Valkyries to build chemistry obviously as they’re starting from scratch and there’s not a go-to player on this team yet. Juste Jocyte was the fifth overall pick and could eventually become the face of the franchise. Tiffany Hayes was recently the sixth woman of the year and was a first-team selection in 2018, but she’s nearly 36 years old. Players like Julie Vanloo, Kayla Thornton, and Monique Billings have experience but have never been asked to lead a team. The Valkyries are a mystery bag for the most part, so I guess time will tell.

Sparks vs Valkyries Injury Report

The Sparks will be without Julie Allemand and Cameron Brink.

The Valkyries will be without Cecilia Zandalasini and Stephanie Talbot. Kate Martin is probable despite a hand injury.

Sparks vs Valkyries Prediction

I’m not excited to lay this many points with the Sparks in a season opener when they’re not even 100 percent yet. Brink is still out for another month, it looks like. However, the Sparks still have talent and if they’re serious about ending the playoff drought, they win this game.

The Valkyries are breaking new ground, and they could be the league’s punching bag until they figure things out. Again, there’s not a concrete go-to player on this Valkyries roster, and it feels like everybody will be trying to find their role on the fly. Hell, even the coach. The Sparks have to take advantage of that. In fact, it would be time to hit the panic button if they don’t, first game or not. I’ll lay the points with the Sparks.

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Wings vs Lynx Prediction 5-16-25 WNBA Picks https://sportschatplace.com/wnba-picks/wings-vs-lynx-prediction-5-16-25-wnba-picks/ Fri, 16 May 2025 05:08:28 +0000 https://sportschatplace.com/?p=7546813 The Minnesota Lynx and Dallas Wings meet Friday in WNBA action at the College Park Center. Here’s a Wings vs Lynx Prediction. This article will include a Wings vs Lynx Pick. Minnesota Lynx Betting Preview The Lynx won 30 games last season and lost in the WNBA Finals. Cheryl Reeve enters her 16th season and …

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The Minnesota Lynx and Dallas Wings meet Friday in WNBA action at the College Park Center. Here’s a Wings vs Lynx Prediction. This article will include a Wings vs Lynx Pick.

Minnesota Lynx Betting Preview

The Lynx won 30 games last season and lost in the WNBA Finals. Cheryl Reeve enters her 16th season and has a 64.7 percent winning percentage for her career. You can argue the Lynx are the team to beat as they return all five starters from a finals team and are led by an MVP candidate in Napheesa Collier. Kayla McBride is coming off her best season yet, and Courtney Williams showed she can take over when needed.

There’s no question with the starting five, but it’s the depth that will determine if the Lynx can get back to the mountain top. Players like Diamond Miller or Alissa Pili will be key and should see an expanded role. The Lynx are experienced, talented, and now have a chip on their shoulder with how the finals played out. The Lynx have scary potential.

Dallas Wings Betting Preview

The Wings won nine games last season and begin the Chris Koclanes era. Koclanes is a head coach for the first time at the college or professional ranks. The obvious focus on the Wings is rookie Paige Bueckers, who was a star at UCONN and has superstar potential in the likes of Caitlin Clark. You pair her with four-time all-star Arike Ogunbowale, and the Wings have probably the most talented backcourt in the WNBA when both are cooking.

DiJonai Carrington comes over from the Sun and NaLyssa Smith comes from the Fever, two players who are coming off productive seasons. There’s legit potential for the Wings to go from nine wins to a playoff series winner. The problem is the Wings have an inexperienced coaching staff, and Bueckers is sure to go through growing pains. Still, the Wings will be a team to watch.

Wings vs Lynx Injury Report

The Wings will be without Luisa Geiselsoder, while Tyasha Harris is probable despite a knee injury.

The Lynx will be without Kayla McBride, while Alanna Smith is doubtful.

Wings vs Lynx Prediction

This will be a fun game as the College Park Center will be rocking with Bueckers making her debut and the potential this team comes with. The Lynx will be without McBride, which does hurt and makes the Lynx somewhat vulnerable. However, there’s a gap in talent and experience in coaching staffs.

The Lynx felt they were robbed in the finals, and they should come out angry with a statement to prove while getting off to a strong start. If the Lynx are serious about getting back to where they were, they must start the season off strong and win games they’re supposed to win. Even without McBride, the Lynx have enough to get the job done with the small number. Give me the Lynx. 

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