The Minnesota Lynx (16-7) will face Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever (10-14) in a highly-anticipated matchup on Sunday afternoon. This marks the first encounter of the season between these two teams. Indiana secured victories in three out of the four games they played last season. The Lynx have been strong at home recently, winning five of their last seven games at the Target Center.
Tip-off is at 4 p.m. ET at the Target Center in Minnesota. The Lynx are favored by 5.5 points according to the latest odds, and the over/under for total points scored is set at 164.5. Before making any picks, be sure to check the WNBA predictions from SportsLine’s women’s basketball expert Calvin Wetzel.
Wetzel has an impressive record since the start of the 2021-22 women’s college basketball season, with a 1,384-988 record (+371.33 units). He accurately predicted 66 of the 68 NCAA Women’s Tournament teams this year, including 62 teams within one seed line, and correctly chose 13 of 16 second-round games. Following his advice has led to substantial returns.
Now, Wetzel has shared his insights on Fever vs. Lynx and locked in his predictions. Visit SportsLine to see his picks. Here are some trends and lines for Lynx vs. Fever:
Fever vs. Lynx spread: Minnesota -5.5
Fever vs. Lynx over/under: 164.5 points
Fever vs. Lynx money line: Minnesota -235, Indiana +186
MIN: The Lynx are 5-2 against the spread in their last seven games following a straight-up loss
IND: The Fever are 8-3 against the spread in their past 11 games overall
Fever vs. Lynx picks: See picks at SportsLine
Why the Fever can cover
Guard Kelsey Mitchell excels with the ball, attacking the lane and showcasing a strong outside shot. The 28-year-old averages a team-high 16.9 points and hits 37% of her 3-point attempts. In Friday’s win over the Mercury, Mitchell scored 28 points and grabbed three rebounds.
Forward Aliyah Boston has a great ability to create scoring opportunities and gather rebounds. She averages 13.5 points and leads the team with 8.5 rebounds per game. In her last game, Boston put up 21 points, 13 rebounds, and five assists. Forward NaLyssa Smith also strengthens Indiana’s frontcourt, averaging 11.6 points and 7.8 rebounds per game. Smith has posted two double-doubles in her past three games. See which team to pick here.
Why the Lynx can cover
Minnesota boasts several playmakers and can score consistently from all areas, keeping defenses on their toes. They lead the league in assists (23.3) and 3-point percentage (38.6), while ranking second in steals per game (9.2) and 3-pointers made (224).
Guard Kayla McBride is a significant threat on the perimeter, capable of creating her own shot. The 32-year-old averages 16 points, three rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game, and ranks second in the league with three 3-pointers made per game. On Friday, McBride scored 27 points, recorded three steals, and made six 3-pointers. See which team to pick here.
How to make WNBA picks for Lynx vs. Fever
Wetzel is leaning towards the Under on the point total, and he has also locked in two additional picks — one on the spread and one player prop bet for Caitlin Clark. Find all the expert picks and analysis at SportsLine.
Who will cover in Fever vs. Lynx, and what Caitlin Clark prop should you bet on? Visit SportsLine to discover the best bets for Lynx vs. Fever, all from an expert who is +371.33 units on his women’s college basketball picks since 2021.