Here are the 6 WNBA player props our model likes most for August 31, 2026 — every one is our own number against the bookmaker's price, with the reasoning in plain English.
Jessica Shepard has been a key player for the
Dallas Wings, but her recent scoring and assist numbers suggest she may struggle in this game. The Wings have allowed opponents to take a lot of three-point shots, which often leads to fewer assists and points for their players. Plus, the
Connecticut Sun have not been in great form, winning only 3 out of their last 10 games, which might mean they won't keep the pace high. Shepard's performance could be affected by how well her team rebounds, as they give up a fair number of boards. With a rating that sees her points and assists under 20.5, this bet feels like a solid choice.
Angel Reese needs to grab more than 13 rebounds and assists combined tonight against the
Minnesota Lynx. She has shown she can be a big contributor, with her stats swinging between 1 to 5 turnovers and 0 to 8 free throws in recent games, meaning she's involved in the action. The Dream have allowed an average of 34.7 rebounds per game, which is higher than the Lynx's average. The only risk here is the close competition, as both teams have been winning lately, with Minnesota winning 8 of their last 10. Overall, this looks like a solid pick for Angel Reese to shine. For
Kayla Thornton to score under 7.5 points tonight, she needs to have a quieter game than usual. The
Golden State Valkyries are known to give up a lot of three-point shots, but Thornton hasn't been super consistent lately, with her scoring fluctuating quite a bit.
Portland Fire has a solid defense and can force turnovers. Since 2026, they've created a lot of chances by taking the ball away from opponents. With the Fire pushing hard, Thornton might not get as many looks at the basket as she needs to hit that line. While winning isn't guaranteed, it feels like a good chance for under 7.5 points. Angel Reese needs to score, grab boards, and dish out assists to go over 31.5 tonight. She's been playing well lately, often reaching around that number with her combined stats. The
Atlanta Dream have been letting opponents take a lot of shots from three-point range, which could mean more chances for Reese to get rebounds and contribute on offense. Both teams are in good form, with the Atlanta Dream winning 7 of their last 10 and the Minnesota Lynx winning 8 of their last 10 games. However, the Lynx allow a few more rebounds than the Dream. This matchup looks close, but the numbers show Reese has a good shot at hitting that target. The biggest risk is her recent turnovers, which could hold her back if she struggles in that area. Angel Reese needs to score, grab boards, and dish out assists to hit over 31.5 tonight. She's been pretty active lately, with her total stats swinging between 2 and 5 turnovers, which shows she's involved in the game. The Atlanta Dream have been strong lately, winning 7 of their last 10 games, but they do allow a decent amount of rebounds. If she can find her rhythm, this bet looks solid. The biggest risk is that her scoring and playmaking can vary quite a bit, so it could go either way.
Seattle Storm struggle lately, winning just 2 of their last 10 games, while
Los Angeles Sparks have fared slightly better with 3 wins in the same stretch.
Rae Burrell has shown she can score and assist well, with her points and assists often reaching around 20.5 in recent games. With both teams allowing a lot of rebounds, Burrell should have chances to rack up her totals. However, Seattle's recent form adds some risk, as they could struggle to keep the game competitive. Still, betting on Burrell to score over 14.5 points and assists feels promising.