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Los Angeles (18-20) at Seattle (22-19)
- When: Sep 1 2025, 10:00 PM
- Where: Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA, USA
- TV: NBA TV
Los Angeles vs Seattle – WNBA Game Preview, Prediction and Player Props
Spread: Seattle -8.5 | Total: 173.0
Los Angeles Sparks Betting Outlook
The Sparks enter Monday night knowing the stakes couldn’t be higher. At 18-20, they sit two games behind Indiana for the final playoff spot, with just six games left to climb. To complicate things further, they trail both Golden State and Seattle in the standings, making every matchup against a direct rival must-win.
Los Angeles has reason for confidence, though: they’re 2-1 against Seattle this year, and another win would secure them the season tiebreaker. Their last outing was a tense 81-78 win over Washington, where they nearly blew a 12-0 start but held on thanks to Kelsey Plum’s late-game explosion (14 of her 18 points came in the fourth quarter).
Azura Stevens stressed the team’s mentality: “Every possession matters.” That kind of focus will be essential against a Seattle team that has been red-hot.
Player Prop to Watch (Los Angeles): Kelsey Plum Over 17.5 Points — her ability to take over late could be the Sparks’ lifeline in a must-win game.
Seattle Storm Betting Outlook
Seattle has been thriving at just the right time, winning five of their last six and riding momentum from a successful road trip. They capped it with a statement victory over league-leading Minnesota and followed up with a 79-69 win over Chicago at home.
The Storm now sit 22-19 and are looking to secure better playoff positioning. Nneka Ogwumike has been the engine, recently moving into second on the franchise’s single-season scoring list with 746 points. Against the Sky, she dropped 20 while leading a balanced attack that saw five other teammates reach double figures.
Coach and players alike have emphasized finishing strong—turning close August battles into consistent September wins. With a homestand to close the season, Seattle sees this as the perfect springboard into the playoffs.
Player Prop to Watch (Seattle): Nneka Ogwumike Over 17.5 Points — she’s carrying the offense down the stretch and will be the focal point again at home.
WNBA Prediction & Betting Angle
Given the Storm’s home dominance and the Sparks’ urgency, this projects as a battle of desperation versus momentum. Los Angeles will fight hard to stay alive, but Seattle’s depth and balance should prevail in front of a home crowd.
Best Bet: Seattle -8.5
Toral: Under 173.0
Final Score Prediction: Seattle 89, Los Angeles 80
- WNBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
