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Indiana (1-1) at Atlanta (1-1)
- When: Sep 18 2025, 7:30 PM
- Where: Gateway Center Arena, College Park, GA, USA
- TV: ESPN2
Indiana vs Atlanta – WNBA Playoffs Preview, Prediction and Player Props
Spread: Atlanta -7.0 | Total: 154.5
Game Odds & Overview
The Atlanta Dream enter Thursday’s elimination showdown as 7-point favorites, with the total set at 154.5 points. Both the Dream and Indiana Fever are aiming to end lengthy postseason droughts in this decisive Game 3 of their first-round playoff battle.
Indiana Fever Betting Outlook
The Fever (6th seed) forced a Game 3 by flipping the script in Tuesday’s 77-60 win. They clamped down defensively, holding Atlanta under 38% from the field while Kelsey Mitchell fueled the offense with 19 points.
Indiana has leaned on resilience all season, surviving without Caitlin Clark for more than two months. Winning five of their last seven to sneak into the playoffs showed grit, and their first postseason victory since 2015 may just be a springboard.
To have a real shot in Game 3, Indiana must repeat that defensive intensity while riding Mitchell’s scoring leadership.
Player Prop to Watch (Fever): Kelsey Mitchell Over 21.5 Points – As Indiana’s offensive spark, her shot volume makes this a focal betting angle.
Atlanta Dream Betting Outlook
Atlanta (3rd seed) still has home-court advantage, but Tuesday’s flat offensive effort raised concern. After Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray combined for 40 in Game 1, the duo mustered only 19 points in Game 2.
Head coach Karl Smesko is confident his team will respond, but the Dream must get their rhythm back, especially from their star backcourt. A strong start will be key to avoiding a pressure-filled second half.
Even so, this has been Atlanta’s winningest season in franchise history, and a Game 3 win would validate their upward climb.
Player Prop to Watch (Dream): Rhyne Howard Over 17.5 Points – Back at home, Atlanta’s leading scorer should bounce back in this pivotal matchup.
WNBA Prediction & Betting Angle
Atlanta’s home court, depth, and bounce-back potential make them the more reliable side in a high-stakes elimination spot. Indiana’s defense can keep it close, but Atlanta’s star power may prove decisive.
Best Bet: Atlanta -7.0
Toral: Under 154.5
Final Score Prediction: Atlanta 80, Indiana 72
- WNBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
