Minnesota (1-0) at Los Angeles (1-0)
- When: May 18 2025, 6:00 PM
- Where: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- TV: FDSN
Minnesota Lynx vs. Los Angeles Sparks Preview
Spread: Minnesota -5.5 | Total: 162.5
Get ready for a showdown on Sunday as the Minnesota Lynx visit the Los Angeles Sparks, with both teams aiming to start the season 2-0. After opening their campaigns with impressive wins, only one squad will keep that perfect record intact.
Los Angeles Sparks
The Sparks kicked off their season with a dominant 84-67 road win against the Golden State Valkyries. The real spark pun intended came from Kelsey Plum, who lit up the scoreboard with 37 points, six assists, and five steals in her debut. Not only did she make a statement, but she also set a WNBA record for most points in a season opener. Now she makes her first appearance at home, and you can bet the crowd will be electric.
Backing up Plum, the Sparks have a solid supporting cast with Dearica Hamby putting up 14 points and grabbing 10 boards in the opener, while Rickea Jackson and Azura Stevens added 13 and 11 points, respectively. Los Angeles looks like a well-oiled machine early on, especially with Plum running the show.
Minnesota Lynx
Not to be outdone, the Lynx cruised to a season-opening win over the Dallas Wings. Napheesa Collier was on fire, scoring 34 points just shy of Plum’s record-breaking performance. Collier’s all-around game sets the tone for Minnesota, and she’ll be looking to outshine Plum in this star-studded clash.
Courtney Williams was right behind her, dropping 25 points, while Jessica Shepard and Diamond Miller chipped in with 15 and 13 points, respectively. Minnesota played with intensity and focus, and they’ll need every bit of that against a high-flying Sparks squad.
Prediction
While Kelsey Plum’s debut was spectacular, the Lynx have a deeper lineup that can exploit Los Angeles’ weaknesses. Look for Minnesota to cover the -5.5 spread in a tight contest, pulling away late behind big performances from Collier and Williams. Expect the game to be competitive and slightly high-scoring, with the total pushing over 162.5 as both teams have proven offensive firepower.
Final Score Prediction: Minnesota 86, Los Angeles 79
Best Bet: Minnesota -5.5
Total: Under 162.5
- WNBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
