WNBA Schedule Today
- Connecticut Sun at Seattle Storm
- Los Angeles Sparks at Indiana Fever
- Minnesota Lynx at Chicago Sky
- Las Vegas Aces at Dallas Wings
- Washington Mystics at Phoenix Mercury
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Daily Matchups (Vegas Odds, Team Efficiency, Pace, Opposing Stats)
Connecticut Sun 
at Seattle Storm 
Line: Sun -7.0
O/U: 160.0
Injury Report
Note: All return dates are just estimates
Connecticut
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bernadett Hatar | C | Knee | GTD | 8/8/2023 |
| Brionna Jones | C | Achilles | OFS | 10/1/2023 |
Seattle
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The Sun maintain one of the best defenses in the league, holding opponents to a league-low 78.3 points per game. They also hold opponents to an average of 42.5 percent shooting from the field, which ranks second lowest in the league. Conversely, the Storm allow opponents to shoot an average of 45.6 percent from the field, which is the second-highest mark in the league, while they give up an average of 84.6 points per game, which is the fourth most.
DeWanna Bonner, Alyssa Thomas and Tiffany Hayes lead the Sun's offense, while Olivia Nelson-Ododa is doing a good job on the glass in the absence of Brionna Jones (Achilles). On the other side, Jewell Loyd continues to score at a stellar rate, topping 30 points in three of the last five games. Ezi Magbegor, Sami Whitcomb and Gabby Williams also chip in consistently to help the Storm put points up on the board, while Mercedes Russell is averaging 5.3 rebounds per game over the last four outings.
Los Angeles Sparks 
at Indiana Fever 
Line: Fever -1.0
O/U: 159.0
Injury Report
Note: All return dates are just estimates
Los Angeles
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexie Brown | G | Illness | OUT | 8/12/2023 |
| Chiney Ogwumike | F | Foot | OUT | 8/19/2023 |
| Nia Clouden | G | Knee | OUT | 8/19/2023 |
| Stephanie Talbot | F | Knee | OFS | 2/1/2024 |
| Katie Lou Samuelson | F | Personal | OFS | 2/1/2024 |
Indiana
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NaLyssa Smith | F | Foot | GTD | 8/8/2023 |
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The Sparks do a good job of defending the three-point line and hold opponents to 32.3 percent from deep, which is the second-worst mark in the league. Meanwhile, the Fever own one of the least successful defenses, as they give up a league-high 85.1 points per game.
Nneka Ogwumike reached the 20-point mark in four of the last six games and leads the Sparks with 19.9 points per game this season. Jordin Canada and Azura Stevens are also playing well lately, along with Dearica Hamby and Layshia Clarendon, who have all proven to be difference-makers. In the absence of NaLyssa Smith (foot), the Fever have been leaning on strong efforts from Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston, but Smith's potential return could shake things up. Erica Wheeler, Emma Cannon and Victoria Vivians also are key contributors in more than one category.
Minnesota Lynx 
at Chicago Sky 
Line: Sky -3.5
O/U: 165.0
Injury Report
Note: All return dates are just estimates
Minnesota
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rachel Banham | G | Thumb | GTD | 8/8/2023 |
| Dorka Juhasz | F | Hamstring | GTD | 8/8/2023 |
| Natalie Achonwa | C | Personal | OUT | 8/10/2023 |
Chicago
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruthy Hebard | F | Suspension | OUT | 8/11/2023 |
| Sika Kone | F | Not Injury Related | OUT | 8/11/2023 |
| Rebekah Gardner | G | Foot | OFS | 2/1/2024 |
| Isabelle Harrison | F | Knee | OFS | 2/1/2024 |
| Li Yueru | C | Lower Body | OFS | 2/1/2024 |
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The Lynx give up an average of 84.8 points per game, which is second-most in the league, but they limit opponents to the league's second-fewest free-throw attempts per game. The Sky are also a bit shaky on the defensive end and allow opponents to shoot an average of 45.4 percent from the field, which is the third-highest mark in the league.
After missing three games, Napheesa Collier picked up where she left off with 18 points in the last outing. Kayla McBride, Diamond Miller and Lindsay Allen are also go-to offensive threats, while Dorka Juhasz (questionable) has shown she can make an impact off the bench. The Sky are enjoying a great run by Kahleah Copper, who is averaging 23.8 points over the last 10 games, while Marina Mabrey delivered a brilliant 32-point performance in the last outing. Courtney Williams, Alanna Smith, Elizabeth Williams and Dana Evans are also key contributors for Chicago.
Las Vegas Aces 
at Dallas Wings 
Line: Aces -9.0
O/U: 175.0
Injury Report
Note: All return dates are just estimates
Las Vegas
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riquna Williams | G | Suspension | SUSP | 8/17/2023 |
| Candace Parker | F | Ankle | OUT | 9/10/2023 |
Dallas
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awak Kuier | C | Ankle | OUT | 8/12/2023 |
| Lou Lopez Senechal | G | Knee | OUT | 8/18/2023 |
| Diamond DeShields | F | Knee | OUT | 8/18/2023 |
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Despite giving up 99 points in their last game, the Aces own one of the best defenses in the league and hold opponents to an average of 79.7 points per game, which is the second-lowest mark in the league. The Wings are not a standout defensive squad, but they do a great job on the glass, limiting opponents to a league-low 31.8 rebounds per game.
The Aces' multi-dimensional offense is a nightmare for opponents, as Kelsey Plum, A'ja Wilson, Jackie Young and Chelsea Gray can all fill it up. On the other end, Natasha Howard and Satou Sabally are both coming off big games, while Arike Ogunbowale leads the Wings with an average of 19.7 points per game. Additionally, Teaira McCowan can be a formidable threat from the center position.
Washington Mystics 
at Phoenix Mercury 
Line: Mercury -2.5
O/U: 157.5
Injury Report
Note: All return dates are just estimates
Washington
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elena Delle Donne | F | Ankle | GTD | 8/8/2023 |
| Ariel Atkins | G | Ankle | OUT | 8/11/2023 |
| Shakira Austin | C | Hip | OUT | 8/11/2023 |
| Kristi Toliver | G | Foot | OUT | 8/11/2023 |
Phoenix
| Name | Pos | Injury | Status | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shey Peddy | G | Concussion | OUT | 8/10/2023 |
| Skylar Diggins-Smith | G | Personal | OUT | 8/23/2023 |
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The Mystics struggle on the glass, giving up a league-high 36.3 rebounds per game, but they also hold opponents to just 80.6 points per game, which is the third-lowest mark in the league. On the other hand, the Mercury have trouble controlling the boards as well, giving up a league-high 9.4 offensive rebounds per game.
Brittney Sykes, Natasha Cloud and Tianna Hawkins have each played well lately for Washington. However, the Mystics would benefit from the return of Elena Delle Donne (ankle), who has been out for over a month and remains questionable for action. Meanwhile, Diana Taurasi is on a scorching streak for the Mercury, averaging 30.8 points per game across the last four outings. Brittney Griner looked good in her return to action with 22 points in the last game, while Megan Gustafson and Sophie Cunningham have each scored in double digits multiple times in the last 10 games.
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DraftKings
- Aliyah Boston ($9,800)
- Chelsea Gray ($10,200)
- Kahleah Copper ($9,300)
Boston is coming off a 25-point, 10-rebound double-double and should thrive against the Sparks, who give up the league's highest field-goal percentage to opposing forwards. Gray has a favorable matchup against the Wings, who give up the league's second-most points per game to opposing guards. Copper should shine against the Lynx's subpar defense.
Value Picks
- Dana Evans ($4,600)
- Zia Cooke ($3,700)
Evans logged 14 points in her last game and is shooting 17-for-17 from the foul line over the last five outings. Cooke is coming off back-to-back games where she reached the 10-point mark and should keep the momentum going against the Fever's struggling defense.
Fanduel
- Brittney Griner ($7,100)
- Napheesa Collier ($8,800)
- Jackie Young ($6,900)
After a three-game absence, Griner bounced back with 22 points, six rebounds and four assists in the last game and is likely to prosper against the Mystics, who do a poor job on the glass. Collier delivered 18 points in her last outing but should be able to achieve greater efficiency against the Sky, who give up the league's third-highest field-goal percentage to opposing forwards. Young finished with just 20 FD points in the previous game but topped 30 in six of the last 10 outings.
Value Picks
- Layshia Clarendon ($4,700)
- Li Meng ($4,200)
Meng is averaging 19.4 minutes per game over the last 10 outings and has a chance to make more of an impact on the boards against the Mercury, who give up the league's most offensive rebounds per game. Clarendon can make an impact across the stat sheet and has a favorable matchup against Indiana's defense, which gives up the league's third-most points per game to opposing guards.
