On Wednesday 26 August 2026, Dallas Wings play Portland Fire in the WNBA. Our model likes 5 bets here. The one it likes most is Under 178 Total Points, priced at -110 when we wrote this. Here is the thinking behind each pick, in plain English.
The Dallas Wings and Portland Fire have both struggled lately, winning only four of their last ten games. Dallas allows a decent number of three-point attempts but has been solid on the boards, giving up fewer rebounds than average. Meanwhile, Portland has been close in their games but often falls short, losing by less than a point on average in recent matchups. Considering the trends, betting on the total points to be under 178 looks promising. Our numbers expect a combined score around 170, which suggests that both teams might find it tough to score high. The biggest risk is that both teams are similar in form, making it harder to predict how they'll perform in this matchup. 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.
Portland Fire +8.5 on the Line (-112)
Odds available at FanDuel at time of publishing
The odds of Portland Fire at plus 8.5 points look tempting, especially since our numbers see a good chance for them to keep it close. Both teams have won four of their last ten games, but the Fire have been just a bit off lately, losing by less than a point on average in their last twelve games. They also create turnovers at a solid rate, which could give them extra scoring chances. Dallas Wings have allowed a decent number of three-point attempts and rebounds, which means they might struggle to control the game. The risk here is that both teams are pretty similar in form, so this bet could go either way. But taking the Fire with those points gives you a fair shot at a good outcome. It was priced at -112 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $18.90 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. 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.
Carla Leite Under 6.5 Assists (+110)
Odds available at FanDuel at time of publishing
The odds for Carla Leite's assists are set at under 6.5, which seems like a solid pick. Our numbers show that this bet is pretty close to a toss-up, but there are some good reasons to lean toward the under. Leite has been averaging fewer assists recently, and her team, the Dallas Wings, has been focused more on scoring than playmaking, which could limit her chances to dish out passes. One concrete risk is that Leite has had a few games with higher assist numbers, and if she gets hot, it could change things quickly. However, with Portland Fire coming in with a tough defense, it's likely Leite will find it harder to rack up those assists. Overall, this bet offers a good chance to win, but remember, nothing is guaranteed. 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 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.
Arike Ogunbowale Under 17.5 Points (-110)
Odds available at BetOnline at time of publishing
The odds for Arike Ogunbowale to score under 17.5 points are looking pretty appealing. Our numbers show that she's been struggling lately, with her recent scoring average being lower than usual. She's only made about six free throws in her last few games and has been hitting fewer three-pointers than expected. Plus, the Dallas Wings just played a tough game, which might leave Ogunbowale a bit worn out. The biggest risk here is that Ogunbowale is still a talented player who can turn things around. However, with her recent performance not matching her usual scoring, this bet could be a smart choice. If she continues to have a tough night against the Portland Fire, this under could hit nicely. 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.
Bridget Carleton Over 4.5 Rebounds (-110)
Odds available at Fanatics at time of publishing
Bridget Carleton needs to grab over 4.5 rebounds tonight for this bet to work. She's been doing well lately, with her team showing strong scoring form and her recent stats looking good, especially with blocks and turnovers. Carleton usually plays hard and has been pulling in decent rebounds, making this a reasonable pick. The biggest worry is that her offensive rebounds have been a bit lower than usual. Still, with the way she's been performing, she has a solid chance to hit that mark against the Portland Fire. It was priced at -110 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $19.10 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 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 Dallas Wings v Portland Fire. 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.