Published Jun 12, 5:49pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Jun 12, 5:49pm ET
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Updated Jun 12, 5:49pm ET
One of Saturday's WNBA matchups features the Las Vegas Aces hosting the Minnesota Lynx. Who has the edge in our Aces vs Lynx pick?
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| Las Vegas Aces | -2.5 (-110) |
| Minnesota Lynx | +2.5 (-110) |
After back-to-back losses to the Sparks and Wings, Las Vegas has won each of its last five games. This includes a 105-89 victory against the Portland Fire.
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The Aces held a six-point lead entering the final frame. But a 27-17 edge in the period propelled the road team to an easy double-digit win.
A'ja Wilson guided the offense with a spectacular effort, finishing with 32 points on 10-for-20 shooting, along with five rebounds, four assists, and two blocked shots. Chelsea Gray added 29 points, five rebounds, and three assists, while tying a WNBA record with nine made 3-pointers.
Las Vegas held the Fire to 39 percent shooting and scored 23 points off 17 turnovers.
As good as Las Vegas has been, the Lynx have been better. After suffering an 86-79 loss to Chicago on May 17, they have ripped off eight consecutive wins. Their latest triumph was a 100-76 blowout victory against the Dallas Wings on Tuesday night.
Minnesota seized control early, shooting 72 percent from the field and 6-for-8 from 3-point range in the first half. The result was an overwhelming 20-point lead that it would not relinquish.
Rookie Olivia Miles set the tone, leading four double‑digit scorers with 24 points, seven rebounds, and six assists on an efficient 7‑for‑10 shooting night. Kayla McBride followed with 22 points, five boards, and four dimes, providing a steady veteran counterbalance.
Minnesota controlled the interior throughout, overpowering the opposition 46–26 in the paint and winning the rebounding battle 41–31 — a physical edge that never wavered.
The defending champs enter this battle as a 2.5-point favorite. Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
The Aces have dropped four of the last five matchups in this series. Minnesota, meanwhile, has surged on the road, stringing together five straight wins away from home. Given the opposing trends, the Lynx have the slight edge in this duel between conference powerhouses.
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Minnesota Lynx (+2.5)
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