A trio of games fill the schedule in the WNBA on Thursday, July 24, with two of the games available to be seen on WNBA League Pass and the other featuring a star-filled matchup streaming nationally.
Before the games begin, let's jump into each game and pick out some DFS options as you fill out your lineups.
WNBA Schedule Today
- Los Angeles Sparks at Connecticut Sun
- Las Vegas Aces at Indiana Fever
- Seattle Storm at Chicago Sky
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Daily Matchups (Vegas Odds, Team Efficiency, Pace, Opposing Stats)
Los Angeles Sparks 
at Connecticut Sun 
Line: Sparks -6
O/U: 167.5
Injury Report - Sparks vs. Sun
Note: All return dates are just estimates
Los Angeles
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron Brink | F | Knee | OUT | 7/26/2025 |
Connecticut
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marina Mabrey | G | Knee | GTD (Probable) | 7/24/2025 |
| Rayah Marshall | C | Illness | GTD (Questionable) | 7/24/2025 |
WNBA DFS Showdown Picks and Lineup Building Strategy
The first matchup of the night is a meeting between two teams at the bottom portion of the league standings, which could actually make for an entertaining battle in Connecticut.
Los Angeles enters the game as one of the hottest teams in the WNBA as of late, riding a three-game winning streak while sitting in 10th place in the standings at 9-14 and inching closer to putting itself into contention for a final playoff spot. Over their winning streak, the Sparks improved offensively while owning the best offensive rating in the league (115.9) and ranking seventh in defensive rating (102.8). Leading the way for Los Angeles during its winning ways has been Dearica Hamby and Rickea Jackson, and both are averaging north of 20 points per game over the last three matchups. Along with that, Kelsey Plum and Azura Stevens have shined to provide a balanced attack. Expect all of those players to step up again Thursday against a struggling Sun squad.
Connecticut has struggled all season long, winning only three games to this point in the year while sitting at the bottom of the WNBA standings with a record of 3-19 to go along with a three-game losing streak. As a result, the Sun have been at the bottom of the league statistically as well, ranking worst in the league in offensive rating (92.5) and defensive rating (112.2). Although Connecticut has struggled overall, two players to look for to continue to try and lead the way are veterans Tina Charles and Marina Mabrey, both of whom are averaging just over 15 points per game.
Las Vegas Aces 
at Indiana Fever 
Line: Aces -2
O/U: 163.5
Injury Report - Aces vs. Fever
Note: All return dates are just estimates
Las Vegas
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne Parker-Tyus | F | Not Injury Related | OUT | 8/15/2025 |
Indiana
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caitlin Clark | G | Groin | OUT | 7/27/2025 |
| Kristy Wallace | G | Not Injury Related | OFS | 5/1/2026 |
WNBA DFS Showdown Picks and Lineup Building Strategy
The contest many will be looking forward to Thursday night is a battle between two playoff teams who are neck-and-neck in the WNBA standings. Though Caitlin Clark (groin) won't be playing, this game is still worth tuning into as it should be the most entertaining of the night.
Las Vegas has had an up-and-down first half of the season but has had an uptick in production as of late with a three-game winning streak and a record of 12-11 to sit in sixth place in the standings. Over their last three victories, the Aces' offensive production has increased, ranking second in offensive rating (113.3) over that span, though they are eighth in defensive rating (104.4) during their winning streak. A'ja Wilson has been on an absolute tear during Las Vegas' winning streak, averaging an impressive 31.7 points, 12.7 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 2.0 blocks per contest. A player who has found her way more as of late is Jewell Loyd, who has averaged 12.0 points per game over her last three appearances as she continues to get acclimated to her new squad.
Indiana has hit a bit of a road bump while Clark is out of the lineup due to a groin injury, falling in two straight games and holding a record of 5-5 over the last 10 contests, though the Fever still sit at 12-12 and in seventh place in the WNBA. Clark has missed the last three games entering Thursday, and as a result, the Fever have ranked seventh in offensive rating (98.8) and 11th in defensive rating (108.8). In Clark's absence, which will continue Thursday, Kelsey Mitchell has taken the leadership role over even more, averaging 21.7 points per game over the last three matchups. Expect Mitchell, as well as the trio of Natasha Howard, Sophie Cunningham and Aliyah Boston, to lead the way for Indiana against Las Vegas.
Seattle Storm 
at Chicago Sky 
Line: Storm -9.5
O/U: 157.0
Injury Report - Storm vs. Sky
Note: All return dates are just estimates
Seattle
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katie Lou Samuelson | F | Knee | OFS | 5/1/2026 |
| Jordan Horston | G | Knee | OFS | 5/1/2026 |
| Nika Muhl | G | Knee | OFS | 5/1/2026 |
Chicago
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Reese | F | Back | GTD (Questionable) | 7/24/2025 |
| Ariel Atkins | G | Leg | OUT | 7/27/2025 |
| Michaela Onyenwere | F | Knee | OUT | 7/27/2025 |
| Ajsa Sivka | F | Not Injury Related | OFS | 5/1/2026 |
| Courtney Vandersloot | G | Knee | OFS | 5/1/2026 |
WNBA DFS Showdown Picks and Lineup Building Strategy
The third and final game on the schedule Thursday is a showdown between two teams that are on opposite ends of the WNBA standings, which could lead to a lopsided outcome in Chicago. However, it will be worth keeping an eye on the injury reports leading up to the game with key players potentially missing the contest on both teams.
Seattle comes into the game as a top-five team in the WNBA, sitting in fourth place in the standings, though it has gone just 5-5 over the last 10 contests. What has boosted the Storm so far this season is their defensive effort, ranking fifth in defensive rating (99.1), third in steals (8.4) and fourth in blocks (4.5). Offensively, Seattle has been able to stick with teams, notably behind the play of Nneka Ogwumike and Skylar Diggins. Diggins missed Tuesday's game against the Wings while tending to a personal matter, but she should be available to return Thursday. Two other players to take a chance on are Gabby Williams and Erica Wheeler, who have shown the ability to step up on any given night.
Chicago has shown positive flashes throughout the season but hasn't been able to get into the win column much while sitting at 7-16 overall and in 11th place while riding a three-game losing streak. The Sky's inconsistencies have hurt them all season, though they have performed better at home, which could be the case Thursday. However, Chicago is banged up entering the game, with Ariel Atkins (leg) still out and Angel Reese (back) listed as questionable. Atkins and Reese have been Chicago's top performers this season, and their absence would certainly be felt. If Reese plays, she's definitely a player to add to your DFS squad. If both of them are indeed out, look for Kamilla Cardoso and Rachel Banham as two players who might see more production.
WNBA DFS Picks Today
FanDuel
- A'ja Wilson ($9,500)
- Dearica Hamby ($7,800)
- Nneka Ogwumike ($7,100)
If you're able to fit in Wilson to your lineups at her salary, you definitely should do so. She has been on a tear as of late and will likely continue that trend Thursday to help lift Las Vegas. Hamby has been the top producer for Los Angeles this season, and with a favorable matchup against Connecticut on Thursday, she should once again pave the way for the Sparks. Ogwumike is similar to Hamby as she has been stellar all season long, and even though Skylar Diggins should able to take the floor for the Storm on Thursday, Ogwumike should continue to have a significant role.
Value Plays
- Rickea Jackson ($5,900)
- Jewell Loyd ($5,600)
DraftKings
- Azura Stevens ($9,800)
- Kelsey Mitchell ($9,200)
- Kamilla Cardoso ($9,100)
Stevens is a player who has stepped up as of late and has helped Los Angeles to its three-game winning streak, and she has a favorable matchup against Connecticut on Thursday. Mitchell has been outstanding for Indiana as of late, especially without Caitlin Clark in the lineup, and there's no doubt she'll step up once again against Las Vegas. Cardoso has held things down in the paint for Chicago this season and has played well recently. She could see an even bigger role if Angel Reese isn't at full strength or is held out of Thursday's contest.
Value Plays
- Rachel Banham ($6,800)
- Sophie Cunningham ($6,500)
