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Liberty vs. Lynx: WNBA Playoff Showdown Begins
27 Sep
Summary
- Minnesota Lynx are favored by 6.5 points against the New York Liberty.
- The over/under for the game is set at 172.5 total points.
- Courtney Williams' over 12.5 points is highlighted as a best bet.
The WNBA postseason commences today with Game 1 of the series between the New York Liberty and the Minnesota Lynx, held at Target Center in Minneapolis. The Lynx, boasting an impressive 33-11 season record, enter the matchup as favorites, holding a 6.5-point spread and -280 moneyline odds. Their offense averages a league-leading 90.8 points per game on efficient 47.7% shooting, posing a significant challenge to the Liberty's defense, which allows opponents to shoot 44.8% from the floor.
The Liberty, with a 26-18 overall record, have demonstrated success against the Lynx this season, winning two out of their three regular-season encounters. They are known for their perimeter scoring, averaging 10.2 three-pointers per game. However, they face potential challenges with Jonquel Jones listed as questionable due to an ankle injury, while the Lynx are without Anastasiia Olairi Kosu due to a foot issue.
Action PRO's projections highlight Courtney Williams of the Lynx as a strong candidate to exceed her points line of 12.5. The system projects her to score 15.25 points, indicating a significant edge for betting the over. This projection is bolstered by the expectation that she will receive ample scoring opportunities as the Liberty's defense concentrates on other key Lynx players. Her performance in the previous game against the Liberty, where she scored 12 points, further supports this prediction, especially as her role is expected to expand in the critical playoff setting.
