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Will Sparks Stay in Reach of the Favorites?

We’re making the Sparks against the spread our prediction when they face the Mercury. The betting line is favorably set at +5.5 and you can secure 1.93 that this happens.

Mercury 85-81 Winners in Last H2H Matchup

Los Angeles Sparks were defeated in their last game, losing at home to Minnesota Lynx by a 89-75 scoreline at Crypto.com Arena.

Phoenix Mercury won their season opener, beating Seattle Storm at home. It was a 81-59 victory at Footprint Center.

The Mercury beat the Sparks in their last head-to-head matchup. It was a 85-81 scoreline at Crypto.com Arena. The Mercury have four straight wins against the Sparks. They have won 6 of the 10 previous head-to-head meetings.

WNBA W L PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Mercury 12 5 1421 1348 73 7-3 5-2 1L
11  Sparks 5 12 1390 1476 -86 1-7 4-5 1L
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Expert WNBA Analysis

The form is always taken into consideration and it’s great to combine this with team news as it becomes available. In order to provide an expert WNBA verdict, the latest stats are analysed so that we have the best information.

Key Sparks vs Mercury stats:

  • The +5.5 line has been covered by Sparks in 4 of their last 5 games.
  • The +5.5 line has been covered by Sparks in 3 consecutive games on the road.
  • The -5.5 line hasn’t been covered by Mercury in 8 of their last 10 games.
  • The -5.5 line hasn’t been covered by Mercury in 4 of their last 5 games.

Sparks vs Mercury Prediction

If you agree that Los Angeles Sparks can go fairly close in this WNBA showdown, then bet the underdogs against the spread here. The +5.5 makes plenty of appeal at odds of 1.93.

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Sparks +5.5 Probability

The sportsbooks are estimating that there is a 51.8% likelihood of this pick winning. After careful examination, our cappers have this probability close to 60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.

Our Pick

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Player Props

Kelsey Plum Under 5.5 Assists 1.98 bet365 logo

Kelsey Plum (Sparks) can be wagered to finish with Under 5.5 assists at 1.98. Should you agree with our verdict that the total is too high, you can bet this Player Assists wager.


Satou Sabally Under 4.5 Assists 1.84 bet365 logo

Satou Sabally (Mercury) can be wagered to total Under 4.5 assists at 1.84. She’s not guaranteed to cover the Player Assists line and we’re happy to take this bet.

Phoenix Mercury vs Los Angeles Sparks Bet Builder Tips

Spread Sparks +5.5
Totals Under 162.5
Player Assists Kelsey Plum Under 5.5

We’ve compiled a same game parlay that includes Sparks +5.5 on the spread, combined with Under 162 and Kelsey Plum (Sparks) to have Under 5.5 assists.

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Correct Score Prediction

Sparks Sparks logo 77 - 78 Mercury logo Mercury

There might not be too much between these teams, with our correct score prediction being a 78-77 win for the Mercury. There are enormous odds available when it comes to this pick.

Los Angeles Sparks vs Phoenix Mercury Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Latest Moneyline Odds Suggest Mercury Victory

Sportsbooks’ favorites Phoenix Mercury are regarded as likeliest victors for this WNBA game and the 1.44 about them triumphing means a 69% chance based on their current Moneyline betting odds. Los Angeles Sparks are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at 2.80.

5.5 is the spread and 159.5 is the total points line. Basketball fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. Those who wager Under 159.5 can get 1.91.

Consider every angle when placing your basketball wagers. The betting sites have a huge selection of team props and game lines and it’s all about finding a bet which matches your prediction of the contest.

Betting Lines & Odds

Kelsey Plum Favorite to Get Most Points

Kelsey Plum is the favorite to land the most baskets. You can get 1.86 that she goes Over 23.5 points or the same odds when it comes to Under.

Player Points

Satou Sabally (Mercury)
Over 22.5
1.87
Under 22.5
1.85
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Dearica Hamby (Sparks)
Over 17.5
1.92
Under 17.5
1.80
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Alyssa Thomas (Mercury)
Over 16.5
1.94
Under 16.5
1.78
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Player Assists

Alyssa Thomas (Mercury)
Over 8.5
1.91
Under 8.5
1.81
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Kelsey Plum (Sparks)
Over 5.5
1.77
Under 5.5
1.95
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Satou Sabally (Mercury)
Over 3.5
1.58
Under 3.5
2.25
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Player Rebounds

Dearica Hamby (Sparks)
Over 9.5
1.90
Under 9.5
1.82
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Alyssa Thomas (Mercury)
Over 8.5
1.73
Under 8.5
2.00
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Satou Sabally (Mercury)
Over 7.5
2.06
Under 7.5
1.70
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Azura Stevens (Sparks)
Over 7.5
2.05
Under 7.5
1.70
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Micro Betting

Micro betting is something that’s really popular with bettors, with basketball fans essentially being able to wager in-game when it comes to score, team and player props. Check out the two-way lines where you can bet whether the next shot will be a Two-pointer or a Three-pointer.

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Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

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Moneyline

  • 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

  • 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

Point Spread

Total Points

Total Points

WNBA Table Select Season

Team W L PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Lynx 14 2 1365 1186 179 8-0 6-2 2W
Mercury 12 5 1421 1348 73 7-3 5-2 1L
Liberty 11 5 1401 1278 123 6-1 5-4 2L
Dream 11 6 1434 1334 100 7-2 4-4 1W
Storm 10 6 1347 1273 74 6-3 4-3 1W
Valkyries 8 7 1188 1178 10 6-3 2-4 1W
Fever 8 8 1345 1281 64 4-4 4-4 1W
Aces 8 8 1294 1312 -18 5-4 3-4 1W
Mystics 8 9 1346 1361 -15 5-3 3-6 1L
10  Sky 5 11 1261 1403 -142 2-4 3-7 1W
11  Sparks 5 12 1390 1476 -86 1-7 4-5 1L
12  Wings 5 13 1467 1527 -60 3-6 2-7 1W
13  Sun 2 15 1208 1510 -302 1-6 1-9 9L