On Friday 14 August 2026, Connecticut Sun play Atlanta Dream in the WNBA. Our model likes 5 bets here. The one it likes most is Connecticut Sun +22.5 on the Line, priced at -714 when we wrote this. Here is the thinking behind each pick, in plain English.

Connecticut Sun +22.5 on the Line (-714)

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As the Connecticut Sun prepare to face off against the Atlanta Dream at the Mohegan Sun Arena, the stage is set for an electrifying clash. The Sun have been a formidable force at home, showcasing their ability to control the pace and rhythm of the game. With a roster brimming with talent and depth, they look to exploit the Dream's defensive lapses, particularly in transition. Our model sees Connecticut creating a significant separation, projecting a win margin that reflects their home-court advantage and the Dream's struggle on the road. The Sun thrive in high-tempo scenarios, and when they get rolling, it's hard to keep pace. Expect them to push the tempo, creating opportunities that could widen the gap considerably. Betting on the Sun to cover an alternate spread of 22.5 feels like a savvy wager-one that leans into their home dominance and the Dream's recent inconsistencies. This matchup could very well turn into a showcase for the Sun's firepower. It was priced at -714 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $11.40 if it lands. The number next to the team is the handicap, and that team's score is adjusted by it before the bet is settled. This is an alternate line, so it is not the main number on the board and the price moves with it. The bookmakers have this as a clear favourite. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.

Under 191.5 Total Points (-714)

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Connecticut Sun play Atlanta Dream in the WNBA on Friday 14 August 2026. The bet we are looking at is Under 191.5 Total Points. That is a total points bet. It was priced at -714 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $11.40 if it lands. It is on at Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut. This is an alternate line, so it is not the main number on the board and the price moves with it. The bookmakers have this as a clear favourite. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.

Jordin Canada Over 7.5 Assists (-167)

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Connecticut Sun play Atlanta Dream in the WNBA on Friday 14 August 2026. The bet we are looking at is Jordin Canada Over 7.5 Assists. That is a player assists bet. It was priced at -167 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $16.00 if it lands. It is on at Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut. This is an alternate line, so it is not the main number on the board and the price moves with it. The bookmakers have this as a slight favourite. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.

Brittney Griner Over 18.5 Points, Rebounds and Assists (-213)

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Connecticut Sun play Atlanta Dream in the WNBA on Friday 14 August 2026. The bet we are looking at is Brittney Griner Over 18.5 Points, Rebounds and Assists. That is a player points, rebounds and assists combined bet. It was priced at -213 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $14.70 if it lands. It is on at Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut. This is an alternate line, so it is not the main number on the board and the price moves with it. The bookmakers have this as a clear favourite. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.

Angel Reese Under 30.5 Points and Rebounds (-123)

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Connecticut Sun play Atlanta Dream in the WNBA on Friday 14 August 2026. The bet we are looking at is Angel Reese Under 30.5 Points and Rebounds. That is a player points and rebounds combined bet. It was priced at -123 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $18.10 if it lands. It is on at Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut. The bookmakers have this as a slight favourite. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.

That is how our model reads Connecticut Sun v Atlanta Dream. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back anything. And if a game does not feel right to you, the strongest move is to skip it -- there is another one tomorrow.

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