Chicago Sky vs Phoenix Mercury Prediction WNBA Picks 8/18/24

Phoenix Mercury (14-13) vs Chicago Sky (10-15)

Game Info: Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 9:00 pm (Footprint Center)

Betting Odds: Phoenix Mercury -7 --- Over/Under: 165.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds

In this article, we will formulate a Chicago Sky vs Phoenix Mercury Prediction for this WNBA Game on Sunday, August 18th, at the Footprint Center To formulate this prediction, we will examine:

-The Sky recent form and recent player performance.

-The Mercury 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 Sky and Mercury.

Mercury Defense Looks to Bounce Back

The Mercury defense is going to look to bounce back after they really struggled on Friday night. The Mercury scored 89 points against the Indiana Fever, but the defense gave up 98 points and that led to the defeat. Kahleah Copper did have a strong game putting up 32 points, eight rebounds, and six assists. There were four different players that put up at least 10 points. The Mercury are averaging 84 points while their defense is giving up 85.5 points per game. The offense is ranked 4th in the league while the defense is ranked 9th. The defense hasn’t been good enough. 

Sky Picked up Win on Saturday

The Sky picked up a big win on Saturday against the Los Angeles Sparks. The Sky were down heading into the 4th but they outscored them 26-12 and that led to the victory. Lindsay Allen did have a strong game putting up 16 points, six assists and four rebounds. The Sky are averaging 78.7 points while their defense is gving up 81.4 points per game. The offense is ranked 10th in the league while the defense is ranked 6th. Chennedy Carter is averaging 17.2 points while grabbing 2.9 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game. 

Chicago Sky vs Phoenix Mercury Prediction

The Sky almost lost on Saturday, but they didn’t and they are going to use that momentum here, even on tired legs. The Mercury’s defense is giving up 85.5 points per game and they are going to really struggle to defend here. Look for the Sky to run up the score, and they aren’t going to fall behind like they did against the Sparks. This game is going to be a comfortable victory by the Sky. Back the Sky against the spread here. 

Shane’s Pick Chicago Sky +7

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