LA Sparks vs Chicago Sky Prediction WNBA Picks 9/6/24

In this article, we will formulate a LA Sparks vs. Chicago Sky prediction for this WNBA Game on Friday, September 6th, at the Wintrust Arena.  To formulate this prediction, we will examine:

-The Sparks recent form and recent player performance.

-The Sky’s 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 Sparks and Sky. 

Sky Blown Out in Last Game

The Sky have had their issues this season and they are coming off another loss in the last game. The Sky scored 71 points against the Las Vegas Aces but it wasn’t enough as they were defeated by 19 points. Michaela Onyenewere had a strong game putting up 15 points, two rebounds, and two assists. Angel Reeese also had a solid game putting up 12 points and 16 rebounds. The Sky are averaging 78.1 points while their defense is giving up 82.1 points per game. The offense is ranked 11th in the league while the defense is ranked 6th. Marina Mabrey has been the top player for the Sky, averaging 14 points while shooting 38.1 percent from the field. 

Sparks Couldn’t Pull Out Last Game

The Sparks faced off against the Indiana Fever in the last game and they couldn’t pull it out. The Sparks scored 86 points but it wasn’t enough as the defense gave up 93 points on the way to the defeat. The Sparks were led by Odyssey Sims who put up 20 points, six rebounds, and two assists but it wasn’t enough. There are five different players that put up at least 13 points. The Sparks are averaging 79 points while their defense is giving up 86.4 points per game. The offense and defense are both ranked 10th in the league. Hamby has been the top player for Los Angeles averaging 17.5 points while shooting 50.7 percent from the field. 

LA Sparks vs Chicago Sky Prediction

The good news for these teams is one of these teams have to come away with a victory. The Sky are a little better defensive team and the defense is going to be the difference here. The Sparks are averaging 86.4 points per game, and their defense is going to really struggle again here. The Sky are going to run up the score and Chicago will get the job done. Back the Sky against the spread. 

Shane Mickle's Pick: Chicago Sky -6