Connecticut Sun vs Chicago Sky Prediction - WNBA
The Chicago Sky aim to keep their playoff hopes alive in their final regular season game against the Connecticut Sun. A win, combined with favorable outcomes in other games, could secure them a playoff spot. Can they capitalize on this opportunity? The Our Sun vs Sky prediction is available below!
The Sun are favorites with an implied probability of 90.1% to win this one at 1.11 odds, while the Sky are available at 6.75 odds. The point spread is +/-13.0 points, and the total points line is at 154.5.
The Connecticut Sun will battle the Chicago Sky on Thursday night at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Montville, Connecticut, for the WNBA of the Eastern Conference game. For more WNBA picks from Agbeniga Ayobami and other basketball experts, visit our Expert Insights section.
Connecticut Sun vs Chicago Sky Prediction
- Selections: Sky +13.0
- Odds: 1.90
- Bookmaker: Bet365
- Stake: 6/10
Odds are available as of September 19th, 2024. Odds may now differ.
The Chicago Sky are fighting for their playoff chances but will likely fall short on Thursday. They need to beat Connecticut and hope both Washington and Atlanta lose. Despite injuries to key players, Chicago’s defense will make key stops, keeping the game close. Their offense may not score heavily, but back the Sky to cover the spread.
Sun vs Sky Game Info
- Date September 20th, 2024
- Time 01:00 (CET)
- Arena Mohegan Sun Arena
- Location: Montville, Connecticut, USA.
Connecticut Sun Injury Report, Team News
The Connecticut Sun lost their last game to the Minnesota Lynx, 78-76. Alyssa Thomas led the team with 18 points and 8 rebounds, while DiJonai Carrington contributed 15 points and 4 rebounds. The Sun are 27-12 on the season, sitting 2nd in the Eastern Conference. They have lost two straight games and are 5-5 in their last ten.
The Sun are averaging 79.9 points per game—8th in the WNBA. They shoot 44.2% from the field, 32.5% from beyond the arc, and 75.2% from the charity stripe. The Sun are allowing 74.1 points per game—1st in the WNBA—on 43.3% shooting from the field and 31.3% from deep. The Sun are 17-22 against the spread this season.However Tiffany Mitchell is out season due to illness.
Chicago Sky Injury Report, Team News
The Chicago Sky lost their last game to the Atlanta Dream, 86-70. Rachel Banham led the team with 22 points, while Isabelle Harrison contributed 13 points and 11 rebounds. The Sky are 2-8 in their last ten games and are on a four-game losing streak, dropping to the No. 10 seed in the WNBA. Though a playoff spot is still possible with a win and some help, it’s unlikely. Chicago is 7-12 on the road this season.
The Chicago Sky are averaging 78.0 points per game—8th in the WNBA. They shoot 42.4% from the field, 32.5% from beyond the arc, and 74.3% from the charity stripe. The Sky are allowing 82.4 points per game—8th in the WNBA—on 44.5% shooting from the field and 32.5% from deep. The Sky are 16-23 ATS this season. Meanwhile, Angel Reese and Elizabeth William are ruled out of the season due to a knee injury.
Sun vs Sky Betting Trends
- The Sun are 17-22 ATS this season.
- The Sky are 16-23 ATS this season.
- The Sun are 27-12 SU
- The Sky are 13-26 SU.
Sun vs Sky H2H
The Sky and Sun have met 78 times—both in the regular season and playoffs. The Sky won 37, and the Sun won 41. The Sun won the last 3 games between the two sides.
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