Dearica Hamby Under 2.5 Assists (-122)
Odds available at betonlineag at time of publishing As the Sparks gear up to take on the Mercury at the Crypto.com Arena, all eyes should be on Dearica Hamby’s assist numbers. Hamby’s role has shifted somewhat this season, as she’s been more of a scoring option than a facilitator. With her projected assists hovering around 2.1, it’s clear that the odds are stacked against her hitting the over tonight. The Mercury’s defense is particularly stingy against assist-heavy players. They’ve been effective at limiting playmakers, forcing teams into isolation plays rather than allowing ball movement. Plus, with LA’s offensive system emphasizing more individual scoring, there’s a solid chance Hamby won’t find her teammates in advantageous positions. In a matchup that promises to be intense, targeting the under on Hamby’s assists feels like a smart move. With the way things are shaping up, it’s hard to envision her breaking through that 2.5 mark tonight.