On Monday 31 August 2026, Seattle Storm play Los Angeles Sparks in the WNBA. Our model likes 5 bets here. The one it likes most is Seattle Storm +1.5 on the Line, priced at -120 when we wrote this. Here is the thinking behind each pick, in plain English.
Seattle Storm +1.5 on the Line (-120)
Odds available at FanDuel at time of publishing
The Seattle Storm struggle lately, winning just 2 out of their last 10 games, but they're at home and face the Los Angeles Sparks, who have won 3 of their last 10. Both teams allow a lot of three-point attempts and give up plenty of rebounds, so it could be a close game. Seattle's home court might give them the boost they need, but they're still rated pretty evenly with the Sparks. The biggest risk here is that the teams are so evenly matched, which could lead to a tight finish. Taking the Storm to cover a small spread feels like a solid shot. It was priced at -120 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $18.30 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 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.
Under 181.5 Total Points (-270)
Odds available at DraftKings at time of publishing
At Climate Pledge Arena, the Seattle Storm and Los Angeles Sparks face off in a game where both teams have struggled lately, winning only two and three of their last ten games, respectively. The Storm have been allowing a lot of three-point attempts and giving up plenty of rebounds, which can lead to scoring, but the game is expected to be low-scoring overall. Our numbers suggest a combined total near 156.5, which is much lower than the line set at 181.5. The biggest risk here is that both offenses might surprise us on any given night. It was priced at -270 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $13.70 if it lands. 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.
Rae Burrell Over 2.5 Assists (+110)
Odds available at BetOnline at time of publishing
Rae Burrell is really stepping up her game lately, and this matchup against the Sparks could be a perfect opportunity for her to shine. The Sparks have been struggling, allowing opponents to grab a lot of rebounds and score plenty of threes. This means there will likely be chances for Burrell to make plays and rack up assists. She has been recording an impressive range of assists lately, with her average hitting around 20.5 in her last ten games. While the Sparks' defense has its moments, they can be inconsistent, which might give Burrell the openings she needs. The main risk here is that the Sparks can be tough on defense, so it's not a guarantee. Still, Burrell has a good chance to go over 2.5 assists in this game. It was priced at +110 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $21 if it lands. This one is priced as an outside chance. Our model has this as a long shot, so keep the stake small. 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.
Odds available at FanDuel at time of publishing
The odds for Jordan Horston to score under 6.5 points look solid. Our numbers show a good chance of this happening based on recent performances. The Los Angeles Sparks have been giving up a lot of rebounds lately, which can lead to fewer opportunities for scoring. Plus, Horston has been averaging around 9 points recently, making this bet feel like a smart pick. However, the Sparks have been letting opponents shoot lots of three-pointers, which could play a part in the game. With the Sparks winning only 2 of their last 10 games, they might struggle to contain Horston. This matchup feels close, but the odds still favor the under. Keep an eye on how the game unfolds! It was priced at -110 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $19.10 if it lands. 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.
Odds available at DraftKings at time of publishing
For Ariel Atkins to score under 8.5 points tonight, she needs to have a quieter game than usual. Recently, her scoring numbers have been up and down, which makes this bet feel like a solid choice. The Sparks have struggled lately, winning only 2 of their last 10 games, and they tend to give up a lot of rebounds, which could limit their chances to score. Ariel's shooting can be inconsistent, with her making anywhere from 0 to 3 baskets in the last ten games. Plus, the Storm are a tough matchup at home, which makes it harder for any Sparks player to shine. The biggest risk is how close her scoring can be to that line, but with the way the Sparks are playing, it feels likely she might fall short tonight. It was priced at -111 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $19.00 if it lands. 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 Seattle Storm v Los Angeles Sparks. 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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