Atlanta Dream vs Minnesota Lynx WNBA Prediction & Best Bets- 08/21/2025

On Thursday, the Atlanta Dream (22-13) will host the Minnesota Lynx (28-6) in a WNBA regular-season match-up.

The Dream enters the match-up after a heartbreaking 72-74 loss against the Las Vegas Aces. Rhyne Howard led with 19 points, but a 11-point fourth quarter lost the game for the Dream.

They are in the third spot with a big shot at the second rank.

Meanwhile, the Lynx comes into this game with a 75-85 loss against the New York Liberty. Courtney Williams scored 17, but a 6-22 effort from the three-point line proved to be decisive.

This loss broke a six-game winning streak. Minnesota is primed to finish 1st in the standings, so they won’t mind the defeat much.

Can the Dream give the Lynx some more hiccups here? Check the predictions related to player props, total, and spread here.

Where to Watch Atlanta Dream vs Minnesota Lynx

Time: 7:30 PM (ET)
Venue: Gateway Center, College Park, Georgia.
Where to watch: Catch the action on WNBA League Pass.

Atlanta Dream vs Minnesota Lynx Lineups, News, Form

Atlanta Dream

The Dream is 10-4 at home.
Naz Hillmon has scored 7 or fewer points in three of the last four games.
Brionna Jones has grabbed 9 or more rebounds in three of the last five games.

Dream Expected Starting Lineup

SG: Rhyne Howard | SG: Maya Caldwell | SG/SF: Allisha Gray | PF: Naz Hillmon | C: Brionna Jones

Key bench players: C: Brittney Griner, PG: Te-Hina Papao, PF: Nia Coffey.

Injuries/Updates: Jordin Canda is out till late August.

Minnesota Lynx

The Lynx are 11-5 on the road. (1st)
Jessica Shepard is averaging 9.5 rebounds per game in the last six games.
Alanna Smith has made 1 or fewer 3-pointers in four of the last six games.

Lynx Expected Starting Lineup

PG: Courtney Williams | SG: Kayla McBride | SF: Bridget Carleton | PF: Jessica Shepard | C: Alanna Smith

Key bench players: SG: Natisha Hiedeman, SF: DiJonai Carrington, PF: Maria Klindikova.

Injuries/Updates: Napheesa Collier is QUESTIONABLE (Upgraded from DOUBTFUL).

Atlanta Dream vs Minnesota Lynx Total Over/Under Prediction- WNBA Best Bets

The Lynx usually scores in the mid-80ish range, a consistent effort. On the other hand, they are one of the best defensive squads. They have limited their opponents to below 80 on numerous occasions.

On the other hand, the Dream usually scores in the late 70s and early 80s range due to their streaky nature. Defensively, they can be as good as the Lynx. It can translate into a low-scoring battle here.

Total: Under 161.5 for -110 at BetMGM

Here is an overview of my selections

Picks	BetMGM Odds
Total U 161.5	-110
Spread- Lynx -2.5	-110
Rhyne Howard O 2.5 3-Pointers	+115
Money Line- Lynx	-145

Atlanta Dream vs Minnesota Lynx Player Props Predictions- WNBA Betting Picks

Kayla McBride O 2.5 3-Pointers: McBride has been one of the most excellent long-range bombers in the league for a long time. She has nailed 2.6 3-pointers per game this season, but has made fewer than 2 in four of the last five games.

I see her changing that here.

Rhyne Howard O 2.5 3-Pointers: Howard is also a laser long-range shooter like McBride. She doesn’t shy away from attempting even 10 shots from deep (4/11 in last game).

She has made 4 or more in three of the last four games. I see her making at least 3 here.

Courtney Williams O 4.5 Rebounds: The Lynx guard is an excellent all-around player. She has grabbed 4.9 RPG this season. Williams has clasped 5 or more in four of the last six games. I see a similar trajectory.

Main pick: Rhyne Howard O 2.5 3-Pointers for +115 at BetMGM

Atlanta Dream vs Minnesota Lynx Spread Prediction

The Dream has been in wonderful touch, but the Lynx are a behemoth. Dream’s problems can compound if Collier returns. They can be heavily outmatched in the frontcourt.

Minnesota has yet to lose two in a row, so they will enter as at least slim favorites here. Overall, I see Minnesota cooking something special from deep and covering the spread.

Spread/Money Line Pick: Lynx -2.5 for -110 at BetMGM

Photo Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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Hi, I am Shubham. I am currently an NBA Predictions Writer on The Playoffs. I enjoy this job because it helps keep me in the loop about the game I love while fulfilling the pleasure I derive from stats. I got into NBA writing through social media interactions in the mid-2010s as I shared my takes on young talents such as D’Angelo Russell. I hope you enjoy reading my pieces as much as Dennis Rodman loved rebounding the basketball!