The 2025 WNBA Finals will ramp up with full intensity on Sunday, October 5 where the Las Vegas Aces will host the Phoenix Mercury for Game 2. The Aces will aim to build on their narrow 89-86 win in Game 1 and grab a 2-0 series lead before action shifts to Phoenix. The opening game saw A’ja Wilson and Dana Evans dropping 21 points each to overcome a late Phoenix surge.
On the other hand, we have the Phoenix Mercury, who stayed true to their underdog roots throughout the season. However, in the playoffs, they became the fourth team to oust both finalists from the prior season. In Game 1, they managed to nearly push the Aces to the brink with Kahleah Copper’s 21 and Satou Sabally’s 19 points. However, a few missed shots in the end of the game ended up pushing them back in the series.
However, there are still six games left, and the Mercury aim to rebound and even the score before heading home.
DeWanna Bonner to Score 10+ Points (+114) + NaLyssa Smith to Record 4+ Rebounds (-410) + Jackie Young to Record 4+ Assists (-520)
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DeWanna Bonner to Score 10+ Points (+114): Bonner had a solid 10+ point game on Friday, and she was one of the five Mercury players to finish in double-digits. While she has a postseason average of 7.6 points per game, Bonner has had four games where she crossed the 10-point mark. The Mercury are desperate to record a win and level the tally, and considering what is at stake, Bonner is expected to push herself to continue the streak.
NaLyssa Smith to Record 4+ Rebounds (-410): Smith grabbed six boards in Game 1 to go with her four points. On an average, she is grabbing 4.8 rebounds per game across nine playoff games this season. She should record 4+ rebounds without much challenge.
Jackie Young to Record 4+ Assists (-520): Averaging 5.2 assists in the playoffs, Young dished five in Game 1, facilitating the Aces’ comeback. Her momentum makes 4+ a strong value play.
Chelsea Gray to Record 8+ Assists (+164) + Kahleah Copper to Score 20+ Points (+180) + Dana Evans O 7.5 Points (-122)
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Chelsea Gray to Record 8+ Assists (+164): Gray dished 10 assists on Friday, and she leads her team in the charts in postseason as well. The stats make it a safe play.
Kahleah Copper to Score 20+ Points (+180): Copper led the Mercury with 21 points, and four rebounds. As the heat builds up, she should build on her performance in a similar environment on Sunday as well.
Dana Evans O 7.5 Points (-122): Evans emerged as the star for Aces as she dropped 21 points, her highest for this postseason. However, her average of 8.9 ppg speaks that she hasn’t been very consistent. While Evans will push herself for another notable performance and score over 7.5 points, the Mercury will restrict her within a smaller range.
A’ja Wilson to Record a Double-Double (-280) + Alyssa Thomas to Record a Triple-Double (+280) + Dana Evans to Hit 3+ 3PM (+400)
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A’ja Wilson to Record a Double-Double (-280): A’ja Wilson recorded the 7th double-double of her WNBA Finals career with 21 points and 10 rebounds. We expect to put on the same all-round performance in Game 2 and record another double-double.
Alyssa Thomas to Record a Triple-Double (+280): Thomas flirted with a triple double in Game 1 as she dropped 15 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists. She is expected to bridge the gap in the upcoming game and deliver a solid overall gameplay.
Dana Evans to Hit 3+ 3PM (+400): Evans had the highest shooting efficiency from the deep at 83.3%. She hit five of her six threes, and we think Sunday would be another remarkable day for her in terms of shooting.
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