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Minnesota (18-4) at Chicago (7-13)
- When: Jul 14 2025, 8:00 PM
- Where: Wintrust Arena, Chicago, IL, USA
- TV: The U
WNBA Preview and Prediction: Minnesota Lynx vs. Chicago Sky
Spread: Minnesota -11.0 | Total: 161.5
Chicago Sky Breakdown
Fresh off their biggest win of the season, the Chicago Sky (7-13) stunned the WNBA-leading Lynx on Saturday, snapping Minnesota’s momentum with an 87-81 upset. The Sky are riding back-to-back wins and looking for a rare three-game streak, something that seemed unlikely just weeks ago.
Saturday’s win was no fluke. Chicago dominated on the boards (45-28), shot a solid 46.1%, and got big contributions from its core. Angel Reese continues to rewrite rookie history, posting 19 points and 11 boards, her 40th career double-double in less than two seasons. Her relentless presence inside is giving the Sky some real edge, especially at home where they sit 4-4.
With Ariel Atkins dropping 27 and Kamilla Cardoso adding a 17-point, 15-rebound performance, Chicago looked like a complete team. If they bring the same energy and focus, they could cover the spread again—though repeating such an upset will be a tall order.
Minnesota Lynx Breakdown
The Lynx (18-4) are still one of the league’s elite, but their loss in Chicago showed they’re not bulletproof. Minnesota hasn’t lost consecutive games all season, and that’s the edge they’re banking on Monday night. Cheryl Reeve’s team looked sluggish out of the gate on Saturday, trailing by double digits at the half and failing to recover despite a late push.
Napheesa Collier, who leads the league with 23.6 points per game, did her part with 26 points, 8 rebounds, and all-around dominance on both ends. But even her effort couldn’t overcome the team’s poor shooting (just 39.5% from the field). That said, Minnesota drilled 10 threes and showed fight in the second half, which sets the tone for a potential bounce-back game.
Expect the Lynx to come out with urgency. They’re too experienced and too deep to lay back again.
WNBA Game Prediction:
While Chicago has been playing inspired basketball, expecting them to pull off another upset feels like a long shot. Minnesota rarely stumbles twice in a row, and they’ve got too much firepower to get bullied again on the boards.
Take the Lynx -11 and lean Under 161.5, banking on a Minnesota bounce-back and tightened defense.
Score Prediction: Minnesota 85, Chicago 72
Best Bet: Minnesota -11.0
Total: Under 161.5
- WNBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
