Minnesota Lynx vs. Connecticut Sun Prediction, Odds and Game Preview – Sept. 17
The Minnesota Lynx (29-9) will look to build on a six-game winning run when visiting the Connecticut Sun (27-11) on September 17, 2024 at Mohegan Sun Arena.
If you are looking to gain an edge on Tuesday’s game, dig into the best bets available in this matchup, in the article below (based on our computer predictions).
Lynx vs. Sun Predictions
Spread: Sun (+1.5) to Cover
- The model has the Sun as 1.2-point favorites in this one despite the opposite prediction from BetMGM. However, the margin between the two lines is only 2.7 points.
- So far this year, the Sun have compiled an 18-20-0 record against the spread.
- Connecticut has a 3-5 record against the spread when an underdog by 1.5 points or more this season.
- So far this season, the Lynx have compiled a 24-14-0 record against the spread.
- Minnesota is 14-11 against the spread when favored by 1.5 points or more this season.
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Total: Over 154.5
- The BetMGM point total for this game is just 2.2 points lower than the model projection.
- This season, the Lynx games have gone over 154.5 points scored, their current matchup’s point total, 20 (out of 38) times.
- This year, 20 of Connecticut’s 38 games have had a combined total higher than 154.5 points scored.
- The Lynx have hit the over in 15 of their 38 games with a set total (39.5%).
- Sun games have hit the over in 17 out of 38 opportunities (44.7%).
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Moneyline Winner: Sun (+100)
- Prediction: Sun 79, Lynx 78
- Connecticut has been the underdog in eight games this season and won two (25%) of those contests.
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Where to Watch Lynx vs. Sun: Live Stream & TV Channel
- When: Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET
- Where: Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut
- TV Channel: NBCS-BOS and BSNX
- Live Stream: Fubo
Lynx Leaders
- The Lynx leader in points and rebounds is Napheesa Collier, who scores 20.3 points and pulls down 9.8 rebounds per game.
- Courtney Williams leads Minnesota in assists, averaging 5.4 per game while also scoring 11.3 points per contest.
- Kayla McBride makes more threes per game than any other member of the Lynx, knocking down shots from beyond the arc at a clip of 2.7 per contest.
- The Minnesota steals leader is Collier, who averages 1.9 takeaways per game, while its blocks leader is Alanna Smith, who compiles 1.5 rejections per contest.
Sun Leaders
- Alyssa Thomas racks up 8.5 rebounds and 7.9 assists per game, placing her atop the Sun’s rebound and assists leaderboards.
- DeWanna Bonner counts for 15.3 points per game, making her the top scorer on Connecticut’s squad.
- Marina Mabrey is the top shooter from deep for the Sun, hitting 2.4 threes per game.
- Connecticut’s leader in steals is Thomas (1.6 per game), and its leader in blocks is Bonner (0.7 per game).
Sun Injuries
| Name | Game Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Tiffany Mitchell | Out | Illness |
All stats in this article refer to the 2024 regular season.
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