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Top WNBA Bets for Thursday, September 5
While many eyes will be on the NFL regular-season opener Thursday, the WNBA schedule features a pair of matchups with significant playoff implications.
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Best Bets for Wednesday, September 4
Sabrina Ionescu Under 11.5 Rebounds + Assists (-136) vs. Seattle Storm
FanDuel Sportsbook, 3:55 p.m. CT
Jason Shebilske: Ionescu is one of the league's top scorers, but her production in secondary categories can tend to be inconsistent. She's hit the over on this rebounds + assists combo in just nine of her 31 appearances this season. She totaled 16 rebounds + assists in her most recent appearance, a win over Seattle last Friday, but given her inconsistency for most of the season, I like the under in Thursday's rematch.
Stefanie Dolson Over 14.5 Points + Rebounds (-122) at Phoenix Mercury
FanDuel Sportsbook, 4:00 p.m. CT
Jason Shebilske: Dolson has seen increased usage recently since Shakira Austin (ankle) has been sidelined, and Austin will miss a fourth consecutive game Thursday. Dolson was quiet during Tuesday's win over Dallas, tallying six points and two rebounds, but she averaged 15.5 points and 6.5 rebounds in 24.0 minutes per game during her previous two appearances. She played just 17 minutes Tuesday, her second-lowest total of the season, but if her playing time increases in Austin's continued absence, Dolson should have plenty of chances to contribute.
