Published Jun 8, 4:13pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Jun 8, 4:13pm ET
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One of Tuesday's WNBA matchups features the Minnesota Lynx hosting the Dallas Wings. Who has the edge in our Lynx vs Wings pick?
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| Minnesota Lynx | -3.5 (-110) |
| Dallas Wings | +3.5 (-110) |
Minnesota posted a 2-2 record through its first four games of the season. Since then, it has reeled off seven straight wins, including an 88-68 victory against the Seattle Storm on Saturday night.
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Seattle raced out to an eight-point lead after one. But the Lynx took control, outscoring the road team 29-19 in the second and 26-10 in the third.
Natasha Howard was one of four starters who reached double figures for Minnesota. She finished with 27 points and five boards, going 12-for-16 from the field. Olivia Miles added 19 points, six rebounds, and six assists for the Lynx, who shot 48 percent overall and 30 percent from 3.
It wasn't that long ago when the Wings were a .500 ball club after suffering an 86-69 loss to the Atlanta Dream in late May. Since then, Dallas has won four straight games. In the team's recent outing, it defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 104-96 on Jun. 5.
Dallas held a two‑point lead in the fourth quarter before Arike Ogunbowale converted a putback to make it a four‑point game. Maddy Siegrist followed with another putback, extending the lead to 101–96 with 50.3 seconds remaining. Page Bueckers later added two free throws to secure the win.
The Wings got solid performance from multiple players. Ogunbowale led the charge with 30 points, six rebounds, and six assists. Jessica Shepard registered 22 points, 15 boards, and five dimes. Dallas shot 53 percent overall and 40 percent from deep.
Minnesota enters this battle as a 3.5-point favorite. Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
This matchup features two of the league’s hottest teams, but Minnesota’s defensive pressure — highlighted by 13 steals and forcing 21 turnovers in its last outing — gives the Lynx a slight edge at home.
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Minnesota Lynx (-3.5)
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