Oct 18, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Lynx guard Courtney Williams (10) shoots as New York Liberty forward Betnijah Laney-Hamilton (44) defends during the second half of game four of the 2024 WNBA Finals at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Liberty vs. Lynx WNBA Finals Game 5: Prediction, Odds, and Top Picks for October 20

Here's a betting breakdown for Game 5 of the WNBA Finals between the New York Liberty and the Minnesota Lynx.

The WNBA Finals head to a dramatic Game 5 with the New York Liberty hosting the Minnesota Lynx on Sunday, October 20th. After a thrilling series that saw two game-winner buckets, the winner-take-all matchup promises to be another nerve-wracking contest. Ahead of the championship game, Let’s dive into the analysis.

Liberty vs. Lynx Game 5: Live Streaming Info & Game Details

Game Day: Sunday, October 20, 2024

Game Time: 8:00 p.m. ET

Stadium: Barclays Center, Brooklyn

TV Channel: ABC

Live Stream: Fubo

Liberty vs. Lynx Game 5: Odds and Betting Lines

Odds via draftkings

Favorite: Liberty (-250)
Underdog: Lynx (+205)

Point Spread:
Liberty: -6 (-110)
Lynx: +6 (-110)

Total Points:
Over 157: -110
Under 157: -110

Predicted Final Score:
Minnesota Lynx: 74
New York Liberty: 79

Also Read: Game 1 of WNBA Finals shatters viewership record, becomes most-watched Game 1 ever

Why Liberty could win

The Liberty comes into this game as strong favorites with a moneyline of -250. With the first championship on the line, New York will look to make the home-court advantage count. However, it will not be an easy task against a high-spirited Lynx.

Liberty’s offense will be key in Game 5. In each win New York has achieved in this series, the offense scored at least 10 points.

They were restricted to 5 points in Game 4 and failed to score in Game 1, which ultimately contributed to their defeats.

Why Lynx could win

Minnesota Lynx made a strong comeback after two back-to-back losses in the series. In a must-win Game 4, their offense found its rhythm, racking up 36 points in spot-up situations. On the defensive end, they managed to disrupt the Liberty’s flow, a key factor that could prove decisive again. The statistics have shown that when the Liberty’s offense struggles, they come up short.

Minnesota’s ability to grind out wins will also be a crucial factor in their pursuit of a championship.

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