WNBA Top Predictions - July 30-31: Expect Indiana Fever to Win Spread Against Phoenix Mercury, Minnesota Lynx Anticipated towin Spread as Well
The Minnesota Lynx have established a strong advantage over the New York Liberty in their recent encounters, a fact that was evident in their 100-93 victory during the 2024 WNBA Finals rematch on July 30, 2025. This game saw standout performances from Napheesa Collier (30 points) and Kayla McBride (24 points) for the Lynx, while Sabrina Ionescu led the Liberty with 31 points despite the absence of star Breanna Stewart due to injury.
The Lynx's dominance is reflected in their impressive season performance (23-5), significantly outperforming the Liberty (17-9). The Lynx's ability to connect on three-pointers (a season-high 15 in the July 30 game) and maintain offensive intensity has been a key factor in their success against the Liberty.
From a betting perspective, the Lynx appear to be favoured, especially when playing at home and with their core players in top form. The Liberty's injury issues, particularly the absence of Breanna Stewart, negatively impact their chances and present a challenging picture for bettors backing the Liberty.
Meanwhile, the Minnesota Lynx (22-5) will face the New York Liberty (17-8) at Target Center. The Lynx have a dominant home record of 14-1 and an average of 85.9 points per game.
Elsewhere in the WNBA, the Dallas Wings will play the Atlanta Dream at College Park Center. The Wings won their last meeting against Atlanta by a score of 68-55, and a lower total points bet (Under 163.5) is considered for this game. Star guard Rhyne Howard is still out with a knee injury for the Atlanta Dream, while rookie guard Paige Bueckers has returned to the Dallas Wings lineup.
In another closely contested matchup, the Indiana Fever and Phoenix Mercury will face off at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Fever have covered the spread in their last five head-to-head matchups against the Mercury and are currently on a two-game winning streak. Caitlin Clark of the Fever is averaging 8.8 assists per game, while Satou Sabally of the Mercury is posting 18.0 points and 7.0 rebounds per game.
The Washington Mystics (12-13) will play the Golden State Valkyries (11-13) at CareFirst Arena. A lower total points bet (Under 160) is also considered for this game. Brittney Sykes leads the Mystics in scoring, averaging around 17 points per game, while Kelsey Mitchell of the Fever is averaging 20.2 points per game with solid shooting numbers. The Mystics are predicted to cover the spread (-2) against the Valkyries.
Finally, the Liberty's absence of Stewart limits their rebounding and interior defense, a factor that could impact their performance against the Lynx.
- The Lynx's impressive season performance (23-5) and their dominance over the Liberty (17-9) present a high stake for sports-betting enthusiasts, with the Lynx appearing favoured, especially when playing at home.
- The Lynx's standout performances from Collier (30 points), McBride (24 points), and their ability to connect on three-pointers have made the parlay between a Lynx win and a high-scoring game an attractive option in sports betting.
- In the WNBA, the underdog Liberty, dealing with injury issues, especially the absence of Breanna Stewart, present a risk for bettors backing them, as shown in their recent loss to the Lynx (100-93).
- The Dallas Wings, while still without star guard Rhyne Howard due to injury, are expected to maintain their advantage against the Atlanta Dream, as they did in their last meeting (68-55), with the lower total points bet (Under 163.5) a popular choice in sports-betting markets.
- In the matchup between the Fever and Mercury, the Fever's cover of the spread in their last five head-to-head games and their current two-game winning streak make them an attractive underdog bet, despite the Mercury's individual star performers like Satou Sabally.
- The absence of Breanna Stewart leaves the Liberty vulnerable in rebounding and interior defense, making them less competitive against the Lynx, a factor that could impact their chances in sports-betting markets.
