The Minnesota Lynx and Connecticut Sun are set to clash at Mohegan Sun Arena in what promises to be an intense WNBA matchup on Tuesday night, September 17, 2024. The Lynx, currently leading the Western Conference with an impressive 29-9 record, will face the Eastern Conference’s Connecticut Sun, who hold a solid 27-11 record. As the season nears its conclusion, both teams are fighting for position, but based on recent trends, the Lynx are slightly favored to secure a victory.
Game Details
- Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
- Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
- Location: Mohegan Sun Arena, Montville, Connecticut
- TV: NBA TV
- Stream: NBA League Pass
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Minnesota Lynx (-119) vs Connecticut Sun (+102)
- Spread: Lynx -1.5 (-114) vs Sun +1.5 (-106)
- Total Points (O/U): Under 154.5 (Lynx) / Over 154.5 (Sun)
Minnesota Lynx
The Lynx enter this game with momentum after a commanding 88-79 victory over the New York Liberty. Bridget Carleton led the charge with 19 points, two rebounds, and two assists. Minnesota has been consistent this season, averaging 83.05 points per game while holding opponents to 76.05. Napheesa Collier is their standout performer, leading the team with an average of 20.3 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game. The Lynx are on a five-game winning streak and have covered the spread in four of their last five games.
Key Players:
- Napheesa Collier: 20.3 PPG, 9.7 RPG, 3.4 APG
- Kayla McBride: 15.1 PPG, 2.4 RPG, 3.3 APG
- Courtney Williams: 11.2 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 5.5 APG
Connecticut Sun
The Sun come off a tough 84-71 loss to the Las Vegas Aces. Marina Mabrey contributed 18 points, five rebounds, and four assists in that game. This season, Connecticut has averaged 80.27 points per game while allowing just 73.73 points, making their defense one of the strongest in the league. DeWanna Bonner leads the team in scoring with an average of 15.5 points per game.
Key Players:
- DeWanna Bonner: 15.5 PPG, 6.1 RPG, 2.0 APG
- Marina Mabrey: 14.4 PPG, 4.3 RPG, 4.0 APG
- Brionna Jones: 14.1 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 1.6 APG
Prediction
Despite the Sun’s strong defense and home-court advantage, the Minnesota Lynx’s recent form and aggressive style make them favorites. Expect the Lynx to win 85-78.
