Minnesota Lynx (4-2) vs Phoenix Mercury (3-4)
Game Info: Friday, May 31, 2024 at 9:30 pm (Target Center)
Betting Odds: Minnesota Lynx -7.5 --- Over/Under: 165.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
In this article, we will formulate a Phoenix Mercury vs Minnesota Lynx Prediction for this WNBA Game on Friday, May 31st at the Target Center. To formulate this prediction, we will examine:
-The Mercury recent form and recent player performance.
-The Lynx recent form and recent play performance
-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Mercury and Lynx.
Mercury Fell Just Short
The Mercury fell just short in their last game against the New York Liberty. The Mercury scored 78 points, but it wasn’t enough, as they gave up 81 points to the Liberty. Natasha Cloud had a strong game, scoring 21 points, three assists, and two rebounds. Kahleah Copper also scored 20 points, nine rebounds, and two assists. The Mercury are averaging 80.9 points while their defense is giving up 85.7 points per game. The offense is ranked 8th while the pitching is ranked 11th. Kaheleah Copper has been the top player for the Mercury averaging 24.7 points while shooting 45.8 percent from the field.
Lynx Look to Bounce Back
The Lynx are looking to bounce back after they struggled in the last game. The Lynx scored only 66 points against the Las Vegas Aces and that wasn’t enough as the defense gave up 80 points. Even though the Lynx struggled, Naphessa Collier did have a strong game putting up 18 points, 13 rebounds, and one assist. The Lynx are averaging 84.8 points while their defense is giving up 78.7 points per game. The offense is ranked 3rd in the league while the defense is ranked 3rd. Collier is averaging 22.2 points while shooting 47.8 percent from the field and 35.3 percent from behind the three point line.
Phoenix Mercury vs Minnesota Lynx Prediction
The Lynx struggled in the last game, but overall they have been good, and they are going to continue that success here. The Lynx are averaging 884.8 points per game and the yare going to have no issue running up the score against the Mercury’s defense. Coller is going to have another big game here, and the Mercury are going to have no answer. Back the Lynx against the spread here.
Shane’s Pick Lynx -7.5
AUTHOR: Shane Mickle
