Anticipated WNBA Outcomes: Preferable Wagers for Seattle Storm vs. Las Vegas Aces Match on Thursday, September 18th
The WNBA playoffs are heating up, and the spotlight is on Game 3 of the first round between the Seattle Storm and the Las Vegas Aces. This matchup, scheduled for a 9:30 p.m. ET start, could potentially determine the fate of both teams.
In Game 2, Dominique Malonga secured the go-ahead 3-point play with just 31 seconds remaining, keeping MVP frontrunner A'ja Wilson scoreless for the final 6:04. Malonga's impactful play has been evident throughout the series, outshining starting big Ezi Magbegor.
Malonga's rebounding prowess has been on full display, with a rebounding prop bet of Over 6.5 rebounds at -122 (1 unit, FanDuel). In her past 12 games where she's played at least 17 minutes, Malonga has grabbed at least seven rebounds in 11 of them.
In Games 1 and 2 of the series, Malonga has racked up 11 rebounds in 24 minutes and 10 rebounds in 23 minutes, respectively. She is expected to play at least 19 minutes in Game 3.
Malonga's point totals have also been impressive this season. In her five games where she's played at least 25 minutes, she has scored 17, 22, 20, 22, and 12 points.
Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Aces let a 12-point lead slip away in Game 2, which was held in Seattle.
The game will be televised on ESPN2, and fans will be eager to see if Malonga can continue her stellar performance. Storm head coach Noelle Quinn confoundingly did not give Malonga, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA draft, meaningful minutes for the first half of the regular season.
As for the Storm's leading scorer in Game 3, it's likely to be one of their All-Stars: Skylar Diggins, Nneka Ogwumike, Brittney Sykes, or Gabby Williams. With Skylar Diggins and Nneka Ogwumike leading the team, they are strong contenders for the highest point total.
Malonga also has props for 8+ rebounds at +146 (0.5 units, FD), 10+ rebounds at +360 (0.25 units, FD), 10+ points at +100 (1 unit, FD), and 15+ points at +460 (0.25 units, FD) on FanDuel Sportsbook.
As the series shifts to Las Vegas, the stakes are high, and Malonga's performance will be crucial. Both Malonga and Magbegor have played 47 minutes across Games 1 and 2. Will Malonga continue to outshine her counterpart, or will the Aces bounce back and secure their spot in the semifinals?
Tune in to ESPN2 on the scheduled date to find out!
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