Minnesota Lynx (9-3) vs LA Sparks (4-8)
June 14, 2024 at 07:30 PM EDT
The Line: Betting Odds: Minnesota Lynx -13.5 — Over/Under: 160
In this article, we will formulate a Los Angeles Sparks vs Minnesota Lynx Prediction for this WNBA Game on Friday, June 14th at the Target Center. To formulate this prediction, we will examine:
-The Sparks 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 Sparks and Lynx.
Can the Sparks Bounce Back?
The Sparks faced off against the Seattle Storm on Tuesday and it was an ugly game. The offense scored 79 points, while the defense gave up 95 points and that led to the defeat. The Sparks were competitive most of the game, but in the 4th quarter they were outscored 29-18 and that led to the score getting a bit ugly. Dearica Hambry did have a strong game putting up 16 points, 111 rebounds, and five assists. Aair McDonald also finished with 15 points, three assists, and two rebounds. The Sparks on the season is averaging 78 points while their defense is giving up 84 points per game. The offense is ranked 9th in the league while the defense is ranked 9th. Dearica Hambry is the top player for the Sparks averaging 20 points and 11.4 rebounds per game.
Lynx Aren’t Getting Enough Attention
The Lynx aren’t getting enough attention heading into this game and they really dominated the last game. The Lynx faced off against the Las Vegas Aces in the last game and they were able to secure the 100-86 victory. The Lynx had five different players that finished with at least 14 points. Alanna Smith finished with 18 points, four rebounds, and three assists. The Lynx on the season is averaging 86.7 points while their defense is giving up 76 points per game. The offense is ranked 1st in the league while the defense is ranked 3rd. Naphessa Collier has been the top player for the Lynx averaging 20.8 points while grabbing 10.9 rebounds per game.
LA Sparks vs Minnesota Lynx Prediction
The Lynx are going to have no issue getting the job done here. The Lynx have been running up the score against everyone, and they are going to continue that success scoring here. The Sparks defense is giving up 84 points per game and this game is going to get out of hand early. The Sparks are averaging 78 points and they aren’t going to get close to that number here against the Lynx defense. The Lynx are going to cruise to an easy victory here. Back the Lynx against the spread.