Indiana Fever vs Minnesota Lynx Prediction, Picks, Odds
Two sides that have already booked their places in the WNBA playoffs this season will settle scores for a fight of seeding as the Indiana Fever battle Minnesota Lynx. The Lynx won the last game between these two sides but the Fever won 3 of the last 4 games between them. Who will win? Our Fever vs Lynx prediction is available below!
The Lynx are favorites with an implied probability of 60.2% to win this one at 1.66 odds, while the Fever are available at 2.01 odds. The point spread is +/-2.5 points, and the total points line is at 169.5.
The Indiana Fever will battle the Minnesota Lynx on Friday night at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana, for the WNBA Inter-Conference game. For more WNBA picks from Agbeniga Ayobami and other basketball experts, visit our Expert Insights section.
Indiana Fever vs Minnesota Lynx Prediction
- Selections: Over 169.5
- Odds: 1.80
- Bookmaker: Bet365
- Stake: 6/10
Odds are available as of September 5th, 2024. Odds may now differ.
Both sides have been exceptional this season and have already confirmed their place in the playoffs. What is now left to play for is the seeding. Fever are third in total point average, second in field goal percentage and third from the three pointers. On the other hand, the Lynx are the best team in the WNBA from the 3-point range and this part of the court is where the Fever have found it hard to defend against, conceding 35.8% (10th) from beyond the arc. Considering the strength and weakness of both sides, it is clear that the 169.5 points mark will be exceeded in this game.
Fever vs Lynx Game Info
- Date: Saturday, September 7th, 2024
- Time: 01:30 (CET)
- Arena: Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.
Indiana Fever Injury Report, Team News, Stats
The Indiana Fever officially picked up one of the 8 spots in the WNBA playoffs this season after recording a 93-86 win over the Sparks. WNBA Eastern Conference Player of the Month and the league’s rookie of the month for August, Rookie Caitlin Clark, was exceptional in the game with her second career triple-double. She had 24 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists in the game. Indiana Fever have won their last 5 games and 10 of their last 11 home games. They sit 6th on the overall table with a 18-16 record.
The Fever are averaging 83.8 points per game—3rd in the WNBA. They shoot 45.3% from the field, 34.8% from beyond the arc, and 77.9% from the charity stripe. The Fever are allowing 86.6 points per game—11th in the WNBA—on 43.9% shooting from the field and 35.8% from deep. The Fever are 20-14 against the spread this season. Temi Fagbenle remains questionable for this clash after missing their last game due to a shoulder injury.
Minnesota Lynx Injury Report, Team News, Stats
WNBA Western Conference August Players of the Month Napheesa Collier led the Minnesota Lynx to a 79-74 win in their last game against the Chicago Sky. However, Angel Reese managed to set a new all-time single-season WNBA record for rebounds (418) in the WNBA with her 19 rebounds in the game. The Lynx have won 8 of their last 9 games, and 3 of their last 4. They sit first in the West with a 24-9 record.
The Minnesota Lynx are averaging 82.6 points per game—6th in the WNBA. They shoot 44.8% from the field, 38.3% from beyond the arc, and 78.2% from the charity stripe. The Lynx are allowing 76.1 points per game—2nd in the WNBA—on 41.3% shooting from the field and 29.4% from deep. The Lynx are 20-12-1 ATS this season. Meanwhile, Alanna Smith is out with a left ankle injury.
Fever vs Lynx Betting Trends
- The Fever are 20-14 ATS this season.
- The Lynx are 20-12-1 ATS this season.
- The Fever are 18-16 SU.
- The Lynx are 24-9 SU.
- The Fever are 22-12 in the total points market.
- The Lynx are 12-19-2 in the total points market
Fever vs Lynx H2H
The Fever and Lynx have met 65 times in the regular season and playoffs. The Lynx have won 39 and the Fever have won 26 in those games. The last game between both sides ended 90-80 in favor of the Lynx.
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