Sparks vs Lynx predictions
When you look at the Los Angeles Sparks heading into their face-off with the Minnesota Lynx, all eyes naturally turn to Kelsey Plum. She’s been the steady engine for the Sparks, putting up just over 20 points a game and handling the ball efficiently with her 5.6 assists per contest. If you’re a Sparks fan, you have to hope that Plum keeps up her high production, especially on the road at the Target Center. With Azura Stevens grabbing close to nine boards a night, there’s a real chance she could make life difficult for the Lynx on the glass. LA’s challenge will be turning those rebounds and Plum’s playmaking into quick offense—something they’ve been inconsistent with so far this season.
Switching gears over to the Minnesota Lynx, you have to mention Napheesa Collier’s impressive run. She’s putting up monster numbers—24.4 points and 8.5 rebounds per game—and has become a real problem for opposing defenses. Collier is listed as day-to-day, though, so her status could shift the dynamic of this matchup in a big way. If she suits up, the Lynx get a jolt of two-way energy. If not, keep an eye on Courtney Williams, who’s been the distributing catalyst with nearly six assists a game. Coming off a big 20-point performance, Williams has shown she’s more than ready to step up as a scorer if Collier isn’t at full strength. That depth is what makes Minnesota a tough beat in their building.
So where does that leave us on prediction duty? Honestly, Minnesota’s overall form and perfect home record say a lot. Even if Collier is limited, the Lynx play smart, confident basketball in front of their fans, and their chemistry is tough to rattle—especially against a Sparks squad that’s still searching for consistency. The Sparks have the star power to keep things interesting, but all signs point toward Minnesota defending their home court and notching another statement win in this series. What do you think—can the Sparks play spoiler, or do the Lynx keep rolling?
