Connecticut Sun vs. Phoenix Mercury Prediction, Odds, Moneyline – 09/13/2024 | 2024 WNBA Season
On Friday night, the Connecticut Sun will face the Phoenix Mercury at the Footprint Center in a key WNBA matchup. The Connecticut Sun, holding a strong second place in the Eastern Conference with a 26-10 record, will look to extend their successful season. Conversely, the Phoenix Mercury, currently fourth in the Western Conference with a 17-19 record, are aiming to reverse their fortunes. According to the latest betting trends, the Connecticut Sun are favored to win.
Game Details
- Date: September 13, Friday
- Time: 10:00 p.m. Eastern Time
- Location: Footprint Center, Phoenix, Arizona
- TV: ION
- Stream: NBA League Pass
Odds and Betting Lines
- Moneyline: Connecticut Sun (-250) vs. Phoenix Mercury (+210)
- Spread: Connecticut Sun (-5.5 -110) vs. Phoenix Mercury (+5.5 -110)
- Total (O/U): 159.5
Connecticut Sun Overview The Connecticut Sun are coming off a decisive 86-66 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. Marina Mabrey led the Sun with 26 points, 2 rebounds, and 4 assists in that game. This season, the Sun are averaging 80.06 points per game while allowing 73.86 points. Dewanna Bonner is the team’s top scorer, averaging 15.6 points per game.
Top Performers for Connecticut Sun:
- Dewanna Bonner: 15.6 PTS, 6.2 REB, 2.0 AST, 1.2 STL
- Marina Mabrey: 14.3 PTS, 4.3 REB, 4.1 AST, 1.2 STL
- Brionna Jones: 13.7 PTS, 5.3 REB, 1.6 AST, 1.2 STL
Phoenix Mercury Overview The Phoenix Mercury faced a tough 90-66 loss against the Seattle Storm in their last game. Diana Taurasi led with 18 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists. The Mercury are averaging 81.69 points per game but are allowing 84.56 points. Kahleah Copper is the top scorer for Phoenix, averaging 21.6 points per game.
Top Performers for Phoenix Mercury:
- Kahleah Copper: 21.6 PTS, 4.6 REB, 2.2 AST, 0.8 STL
- Brittney Griner: 17.6 PTS, 6.4 REB, 2.2 AST, 0.5 STL
- Diana Taurasi: 15.1 PTS, 4.0 REB, 3.3 AST, 0.7 STL
Injury Report
- Connecticut Sun: Tiffany Mitchell (G) is out indefinitely due to illness.
- Phoenix Mercury: Rebecca Allen (F) is out indefinitely with a hamstring injury. Charisma Osborne (G) is questionable with a leg issue.
Betting Trends
- Connecticut Sun: 3-2 in last 5 games; 3-2 against the spread (ATS) in last 5 games; 10-8 ATS in road games; Over in 1 of last 5 games; Over in 8 of last 18 home games.
- Phoenix Mercury: 1-4 in last 5 games; 1-4 ATS in last 5 games; 8-9 ATS in road games; Over in 3 of last 5 games; Over in 9 of last 18 home games.
Summary and Prediction While the Phoenix Mercury have shown some offensive prowess, their defense has been a major concern, allowing too many points. The Connecticut Sun, with their stronger overall performance and solid defense, are expected to dominate this game. The Connecticut Sun are predicted to win with a final score of 82-69.
