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Dallas (19-13) at Minnesota (26-7)
- When: Aug 9 2026, 3:30 PM
- Where: Target Center, Minneapolis, MN, USA
- TV: NBC/Peacock
Dallas vs Minnesota Preview & Prediction
Spread: Minnesota -5.5
Moneyline: Minnesota (-230)
Total: 178.0
Minnesota has been winning games, fixing mistakes and reminding the league why it’s sitting atop the standings. Dallas? Well, the Wings are still searching for the emergency brake after dropping two straight. Sunday’s matinee has the Lynx favored by 5.5, with the total set at 178.0, and Minnesota has already swept the first three meetings.
Lynx Looking Like a Problem
After a brief defensive nap against Los Angeles, Cheryl Reeve gave her team the basketball version of a parental lecture. The response? A 98-87 win over Las Vegas where the Lynx clamped down, holding the Aces to 37 percent shooting after the first quarter.
Olivia Miles continues to shine, averaging 19.8 points and 5.8 assists per game, while Napheesa Collier is balancing basketball with chasing her daughter around the house. Somehow, both jobs seem equally exhausting.
Wings Need More Than Turbulence
Dallas enters on a two-game skid after giving up an average of 95 points. Aziaha James admitted the defense needs work after Golden State turned every possession into a one-on-one highlight reel.
Paige Bueckers returns to her Minnesota roots averaging 20.0 points, 5.7 assists and 4.1 rebounds, and she’s been Dallas’ leading scorer in all three meetings with the Lynx. Unfortunately for the Wings, one superstar can’t guard everybody. Rookie Azzi Fudd could return from knee soreness after averaging 13.1 points this season.
LVSB Prediction
Minnesota has won 11 of its last 12 games and owns Dallas this season with a 3-0 series lead. Unless the Wings suddenly discover an invisible defensive force field, the Lynx should stay in control from start to finish.
Final Score: Lynx 92, Wings 84
Lean: Minnesota Lynx -5.5
Total: Under 178.0
- WNBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
