Alyssa Thomas Over 13.5 Points (-114)
Odds available at fanduel at time of publishing As the Sparks host the Mercury at Crypto.com Arena, all eyes should be on Alyssa Thomas. With her relentless drive and unmatched versatility, she’s poised to light up the scoreboard, especially against a Phoenix defense that has struggled to contain dynamic forwards this season. Our model projects her to score around 15.1 points, and the way she’s been attacking the rim lately shows that she’s not just looking to pass; she’s hunting for her shot. Moreover, the pace of this matchup should favor Thomas. The Sparks typically play an up-tempo game, which bodes well for a player of her caliber who thrives in transition. With her ability to create her own looks and capitalize on defensive lapses, the over on 13.5 points feels like a smart play. Expect Thomas to not only meet but exceed this mark as she leads her team against a Mercury squad that’s ripe for the taking.