Wings vs Lynx predictions
All eyes will be on Paige Bueckers as the Dallas Wings look to shake off a slow start to their WNBA campaign. After putting up an impressive 14.5 points and 5.0 assists per game so far, she’s the clear engine running the Wings offense. The combo of her court vision and ability to break down defenders means she’s likely to flirt with another double-digit scoring night, especially if Dallas needs to keep pace with Minnesota’s high-flying attack. Keep an eye on Myisha Hines-Allen, too—her tenacity on the boards (averaging 7.5 rebounds) could be crucial if the Wings want to control the tempo and limit second-chance opportunities for the Lynx.
Meanwhile, Napheesa Collier just dropped 23 points her last time out, and I don’t see her slowing down any time soon. With an average of 28.5 points through two games, Collier has been the go-to leader, and the way she’s impacting the stat sheet shouldn’t surprise anyone who’s followed her career. Courtney Williams is setting the table beautifully, too, as her 9.5 assists per contest have the Lynx running some of the best ball movement in the league right now. If Jessica Shepard continues crashing the glass like she has (9.0 rebounds per game), Minnesota is going to make earning every possession a battle for Dallas.
So, what does all this mean for the scoreboard? Minnesota is off to a sizzling 2-0 start, fueled by stars firing on all cylinders and playing on their home court at the Target Center. Considering the Lynx’s balanced firepower and the way Collier is leading the charge, I think Minnesota is primed to keep their unbeaten streak alive. Dallas will push hard—especially if Bueckers gets rolling—but right now, it’s tough to pick against the Lynx in this matchup.
