The New York Liberty and the Minnesota Lynx are set to face off in Game 3 of the best-of-5 WNBA Finals on Wednesday. The game will take place at Target Center in Minneapolis at 8 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s take a look at the WNBA odds for the Liberty vs. Lynx matchup and provide expert picks and predictions.
Playoff series: Tied 1-1; Lynx won regular-season series 2-1, also won Commissioner’s Cup on June 25 at Barclays Center
In Game 1, the Lynx pulled off an incredible comeback, securing a 95-93 victory in overtime at Barclays Center as 6-point underdogs, with the Over (160.5) hitting.
However, Game 2 saw a different outcome. The Liberty dominated, shooting 47.5% from the field and 45.8% from beyond the arc on their way to an 80-66 win. The key difference was their 3-point shooting, as the Lynx struggled from deep.
New York outrebounded Minnesota and forced more turnovers, leading to a convincing victory. The Liberty had multiple players step up, with Breanna Stewart and Betnijah Laney-Hamilton leading the charge.
On the Lynx side, Napheesa Collier had a solid performance, but not enough to secure a win. Minnesota will need more contributions from players like Alanna Smith and Kayla McBride in Game 3.
Liberty at Lynx odds
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Moneyline (ML): Liberty -160 (bet $160 to win $100) | Lynx +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
Against the spread (ATS): Liberty -3.5 (-105) | Lynx +3.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 160.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)
Liberty at Lynx picks and predictions
Prediction
Lynx 84, Liberty 80
Moneyline
The Lynx (+135) are a good play in Game 3 on their home court. Minnesota has a history of success against the Liberty and should be able to pull off a win.
Against the spread
Take Minnesota +3.5 (-115) for some added insurance in what is expected to be a close game.
Over/Under
Consider taking the OVER 160.5 (-110) as both teams have shown high-scoring potential in recent games.
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