The Golden State Valkyries (20-18, 8th) have broken the glass ceiling for an expansion team. They have survived the injury of All-Star Kayla Thornton and can seize the playoff spot with full gusto.
The Valkyries have received immense lift from Most Improved Player frontrunner Veronica Burton.
On the other hand, the Indiana Fever (21-18, 7th) has kept its campaign alive even without Caitlin Clark. Their twin wins have bolstered the fight for the playoff spot.
Which team will come on top in this battle with immense implications? Find my favorite Same Game Parlay here.
Mitchell is the most consistent guard scorer in the league right now. She is averaging a stellar 20.5 PPG on an excellent 45.4% clip. The guard scored just 12 against LA in the latest 1-point win.
Apart from that, she has scored 20+ in five of the last eight games. I see the guard replicating such a performance again.
Mitchell O 20.5 Points
Here is an overview of the selections:
| Picks | Mitchell O 20.5 Points |
| Mithcell O 20.5 Points | Undefined (-120) |
| Burton O 1.5 3-Pointers | -110 |
| Boston O 12.5 Points | Undefined (-140 Projected) |
| ML: Valkyries | +115 |
Burton has become one of the most reliable players in the league. She is averaging 12 PPG on 39.8% FG(Both numbers have improved significantly this month).
The guard has knocked down 1.6 three-pointers per game this season. The Valkyries’ scorer has made at least 2 in five of the last seven games. I expect her to do the same here.
Burton O 1.5 3-Pointers
Boston is one of the best post players in the league. The center is averaging an impressive 15.6 PPG on an impressive 54% FG. She is in terrific rhythm these days.
Boston has scored at least 14 in eight straight games. I see her touching the mark again.
Boston O 12.5 points
The 3-leg SGP sounds a little tricky. Valkyries played last night but had a thumping win, so they will be motivated to make it back-to-back.
Thus, their defense can shut down the duo of Mitchell and Boston. But I expect the duo to sign regardless of the result.
Valkyries vs Fever WNBA SGP: Mitchell O 20.5 Points, Burton O 1.5 3-Pointers, Boston O 12.5 Points for +325 at BetMGM
The Fever has won two straight, both against strong opponents. Thus, they will be buoyed after a one-day rest. On the other hand, the Valkyries have also won two straight, but against weaker opponents.
Still, a 27-point win against the Washington Mystics last night was huge, and they are ready to seize the playoff spot sooner rather than later.
At any rate, I see a very close game with Golden State winning their 12th home game of the season.
Valkyries vs Fever Prediction: ML: Valkyries for +115 at BetMGM
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