The Minnesota Lynx and Connecticut Sun meet Wednesday in WNBA action at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Here’s a Sun vs Lynx Prediction. This article will include a Sun vs Lynx Pick.
Minnesota Lynx Betting Preview
The Minnesota Lynx look for a win after winning 10 of their last 14 games. The Minnesota Lynx have won 4 of their last 5 road games.
The Minnesota Lynx are averaging 90.2 points on 48 percent shooting and allowing 80.8 points on 40.7 percent shooting. Olivia Miles is averaging 18.5 points and 4.8 rebounds, while Natasha Howard is averaging 17.2 points and 8 rebounds. Courtney Williams is the third double-digit scorer, and Kayla McBride is grabbing 3.8 rebounds. The Minnesota Lynx are shooting 36.6 percent from beyond the arc and 79.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Minnesota Lynx are allowing 31.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 36.5 rebounds per game.
Connecticut Sun Betting Preview
The Connecticut Sun need a win to rebound from this awful 5-16 record. The Sun have lost 21 of their last 27 regular-season games.
The Connecticut Sun are averaging 80 points on 43.3 percent shooting and allowing 86.7 points on 45.5 percent shooting. Brittney Griner is averaging 13.5 points and 2.4 assists, while Leila Lacan is averaging 12.5 points and 1.3 rebounds. Aneesah Morrow is the third double-digit scorer, and Aaliyah Edwards is dishing out 0.9 assists. The Connecticut Sun is shooting 28 percent from beyond the arc and 67.6 percent from the free-throw line. The Connecticut Sun is allowing 35.2 percent shooting from deep and is grabbing 33.6 rebounds per game.
Why the Connecticut Sun will win
- The underdogs have won five of the Suns’ last six games.
- The Lynx have lost three of their last four games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The underdogs have covered the spread in nine of the Suns’ last 10 games.
- The Lynx have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents.
Why the Minnesota Lynx will win
- The Lynx have won each of their last nine Wednesday night games against teams that held a losing record.
- The Sun have lost 16 of their last 18 night games against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record.
- The Lynx have covered the spread in each of their last four night games at Mohegan Sun Arena.
- The Sun have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games at Mohegan Sun Arena against Lynx teams that held a winning record.
Total Points Facts
- Four of the Sun’s last five home games against the Lynx have gone OVER the total points line.
- Four of the Lynx’s last five road games against Eastern Conference opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
Connecticut Sun Player Facts
- Charlisse Leger-Walker has recorded five games with 3+ assists and zero turnovers this season – most of any player in the league.
- Olivia Nelson-Ododa is one of only six players to have made 6+ field goals without a miss in a game this season.
Minnesota Lynx Player Facts
- Natasha Howard ranks 1st in the league for points in the paint (286) this season.
- Courtney Williams ranks 2nd in the league for fast break points (66) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Connecticut Sun rank 14th for opponent free throw attempts per game this season (24.8).
- The Connecticut Sun have suffered the largest comeback loss after Q1 this season – led by -14 points @ Chicago Sky on June 5.
- The Minnesota Lynx rank 1st for three-point percentage this season (36.6%).
- The Minnesota Lynx rank 14th for opponent three-point field goal attempts per game this season (27.3).
Sun vs Lynx Injury Report
Napheesa Collier is out for the Lynx due to an ankle injury. Emma Cechova is out with a knee injury. Olivia Miles is doubtful with a calf injury.
Aneesah Morrow is out for the Sun due to personal reasons.
Sun vs Lynx Prediction
This is a revenge spot for the Lynx and despite their ugly loss to the Sun, they’re still 13-6 ATS on the season. I wouldn’t talk you off the ledge if you’re looking in that direction. However, the Sun has been more competitive over the last couple of weeks, even before the shocking victory. Also, the Lynx will be down Miles again, which is a massive blow to the offense. Miles has done everything for this minnesota team as a rookie and handles the ball a ton. Even for a veteran team it will take some adjusting. On the road, I’ll take a stab at the Sun and free buckets.