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Minnesota (33-9) at Indiana (23-20)
- When: Sep 9 2025, 7:30 PM
- Where: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN, USA
- TV: ESPN
WNBA Preview and Prediction: Minnesota Lynx vs. Indiana Fever
Spread: Minnesota -4.0 | Total: 162.5
Indiana Fever Betting Breakdown
The Fever (23-20) have locked in a playoff berth, but they’ll want to close the regular season strong. With one game left, Indiana can climb from the No. 7 seed to No. 6 if they beat Minnesota and get help elsewhere.
It hasn’t been an easy road. Indiana has battled through injuries all year, including the long-term absence of Caitlin Clark and season-ending losses of Aari McDonald and Sophie Cunningham. Despite those setbacks, coach Stephanie White has kept her group resilient and competitive. The Fever showed that toughness with a dominant 94-65 win over Washington on Sunday to clinch their spot.
Tuesday’s challenge will be tougher. They face the league’s top team, one that beat them twice in late August after Indiana took the Commissioner’s Cup matchup in July.
Minnesota Lynx Betting Breakdown
The Lynx (33-9) have already secured the No. 1 seed but still have something to play for: momentum heading into the postseason. Minnesota has been steady all year, though they’ve looked human lately with a 5-4 stretch over their last nine games.
Depth has carried them even when key players are out. DiJonai Carrington sat with a shoulder issue and Alanna Smith rested in their last game, but Natisha Hiedeman stepped up with 24 points in a win at Golden State. That balance has been the story of the Lynx’s dominance, anyone can take over on a given night.
Coach Cheryl Reeve continues to stress defense as their backbone. Even while shorthanded, Minnesota limited Golden State in a 78-72 road victory that she described as a “growth night.”
WNBA Prediction & Betting Angle
Bovada Oddsmakers list Minnesota as a 4.0-point favorite with the total set at 162.5. Indiana has fought hard all season and won’t back down, but the Lynx have handled them in recent meetings and bring superior depth. Minnesota covers the number in a playoff-tune-up performance, while the total leans toward the under in what should be a defensive grind.
Score Prediction: Minnesota 83, Indiana 77
Best Bet: Minnesota -4.0
Total: Under 162.5
- WNBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
