WNBA Player Props Today: 3 Best WNBA Best Bets and Odds August 15

The WNBA is back, and Rivals Week continues! With that, there are five games scheduled for today's WNBA slate!

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First up, the Indiana Fever (18-15) will host the Washington Mystics (14-18) at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. While Caitlin Clark continues to remain sidelined with a groin injury for Indiana, the Fever hold a half-game lead over the Valkyries for the No.6 seed. 6-4 in their last ten games, every game counts, and the standings are tight. Large 8.5-point spread and -375 moneyline favorites at home, the Fever get a 14-18 Mystics team that's on the fringe of playoff contention.

Tonight, the Golden State Valkyries (17-15) and Chicago Sky (8-24) will face off in the Windy City. While Angel Reese remains sidelined for the Sky with a back injury, Ariel Atkins and Hailey Van Lith are now questionable. The question remains, can the Sky get back on track after a loss and multiple ejections against the Connecticut Sun? 7.5-point spread and +240 money line underdogs, they get a Valkyries team that continues to impress as a potential playoff team.

Next, Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings (9-24) will host Kelsey Plum and the Los Angeles Sparks (15-17) at home today. Fresh off a stunning 81-80 victory over the Fever, the Wings are 5.5-point spread and +165 moneyline underdogs at home. With Arike Ogunbowale ruled out for this one for the Wings, the Sparks kick off a two game road trip. 1-2 in their last three games, Cameron Brink is listed as active for today's matchup.

Dream, Storm headline first-ever WNBA Regular Season Canada Game

The Atlanta Dream (21-11) have won six straight games, passing the New York Liberty for the No.2 seed in the standings. Tabbed as 2.5-point spread favorites, the books are expecting a close matchup.  On the cusp of playoff contention, the Seattle Storm (16-17), have lost six straight games, falling below .500. Leading the regular season series 2-1, the stakes are high as the season winds down. Both teams will matchup in Canada today.

Last, A'ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces (19-14) find themselves moving up in the standings after earning their fifth consecutive victory. Earning their last over Sabrina Ionescu and the Liberty, there's a highly anticipated matchup against the Phoenix Mercury (19-12) today. Featuring MVP candidates Wilson and Alyssa Thomas, the Mercury hold a slim one game lead over the Aces for the fourth seed. 4.5-point spread favorites at home, the Mercury is coming off a 75-66 loss against the Dream.

WNBA BetMGM Betting Odds And Schedule For Friday, August 15

If you're looking to bet on WNBA, basketball, and Rivals Week, welcome on in!

With a 33-28 WNBA betting record in August, let's stay hot and cash out!

All games are set to air on the Ion Network, given it's Friday. In addition, they will air on WNBA League Pass. The Mystics vs Fever, Valkyries vs Sky, and Sparks vs Wings matchups will tip-off at 7:30 p.m. ET. For the late-night showdowns, the Storm vs Dream and Aces vs Mercury matchups will begin at 10 p.m. ET.

My bankroll continues to increase, therefore, I did not parlay my picks. If tailing, I placed all my bets as separate picks within FanDuel and DraftKings Sportsbook.

Here are my three best player prop bets, picks, and predictions for the Friday, August 15 WNBA matchups.

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WNBA Player Props For Friday, August 15

Player Prop Bet #1: Paige Bueckers

Paige Bueckers 2025 WNBA Stats

GP: 31 | PPG: 18.4 | FG: 45.2 % | FT: 87.3 % | 3PT: 32.6  % | REB: 4.1 | AST: 5.4 | STL: 1.8 | BLK: 0.5

• OVER 18.5 Points (-130 FanDuel)

My first bet for today, I placed one unit on Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers to record over 18.5 points against the LA Sparks.

Bueckers is probable, although according the Ballislife's Grant Afseth, she practiced yesterday. The WNBA Rookie of the Year front-runner, let's face it—without Ogunbowale, Bueckers has led this Wing's offense and has a huge void to fill.

The team's leading scorer (18.4 PPG) and minutes per game (34.2 MPG), she's averaged 16.8 points in four games without Ogunbwale. Without Arike, Bueckers is averaging well over 15 FGA per game.

As Dallas maneuvers it's rosters and evolves the lineup, one constant has been Bueckers. Post All-Star break, she's been lights out, averaging 18.5 points, and shooting 46.1 percent from the field. Now, Bueckers gets a home matchup, where she's averaged 19.2 points in 11 games this season.

Even coming off a "bad" shooting game, Bueckers managed to pour in 16 points on 6-19 shooting against the Fever.  Scoring 10+ points in every game this season, Bueckers consistency and matchup is what makes this a strong play.

Why Paige Bueckers Can Soar Over This Player Prop Bet Against The Sparks

We've seen Bueckers log heavy minutes for head coach Chris Koclanes, averaging 33 in August. Plus, she's scored 20+ points in two of the last four games, with an average of 19 points this month. Not to mention, the former UConn star is shooting over 47 percent from the field.

Bueckers 3-point shot has been inconsistent, even dropping to an abysmal 21.4 percent in August. However, she's averaging exactly 20 points per game at home since WNBA All-Star Weekend. We've seen Bueckers put up some monstrous performances—recording 21, 22, and 21 points against the Liberty, Fever, and Dream.

Now she get a matchup against a Sparks team that's just half a game back of the Storm for the eighth seed. 7-3 in their last 10 games, LA has been one of the more dominant teams, settling in No. 2 in offensive rating (105.9).

What hasn't improved is their defense. Over the last 10 games, the Sparks rank dead last in defensive rating (108.6), a drastic increase from before. Giving up back-to-back 90+ points to the Liberty and Storm, they are allowing nearly 92 points per game over that span!

Final WNBA Player Prop Betting Prediction: Paige Bueckers OVER 18.5 Points (-130 FanDuel)

Although the Wing's don't have the most potent offense, Bueckers has a prime matchup against a Sparks team who gives up the most points to guards. Plus, Bueckers gets her first matchup with the Sparks this season, and was out for their first meeting.

In the Spark's 92-79 victory over the Wings in June, DiJonai Carrington and JJ Quinerly combined for 30 points alone. Against the Liberty, guards Natasha Cloud and Sabrina Ionesco scored a combined 25 points.

• I'm taking Paige Bueckers to record over 18.5 points today. Look for Bueckers to continue increased production with Arike Ogunbowale out, and the Sparks allow the third-highest field goal percentage in the WNBA (45.3 %). Not to mention, they give up 88.3 points per game, which is the most in the league. 

Player Prop Bet #2: Azurà Stevens

Azurà Stevens 2025 WNBA Stats

GP: 32 | PPG: 14.6 | FG: 51.4 % | FT: 77.4 % | 3PT: 42.3  % | REB: 8.1 | AST: 2.0 | STL: 1.3 | BLK: 1.2

• OVER 13.5 Points (-115 DraftKings)

My second best bet for today, I placed one unit on Sparks forward Azurà Stevens to record over 13.5 points against the Dallas Wings.

Stevens is a strong most-improved candidate across the WNBA, and is quietly one of the most underrated players in the league. Averaging 14.6 points per game, it will be interesting to see how Cameron Brink's return will eventually effect her minutes.

However, Brink did not play in the second half against the Liberty, and still remains under a minutes restriction. With that said, I'm giving Stevens the green light today.

Dallas has vastly revamped its frontcourt, with Luisa Geiselsoder and Hayley Jones joined in the starting lineup. With Li Yueru coming off the bench, we've seen some monstrous blocks from Jones. With that said, Dallas lacks in rim protection.

Stevens is likely to continue to spread the floor with both Dearica Hamby and Cameron Brink rotating for Lynne Roberts. Shooting a career-best 42.3 percent from beyond the arc, Stevens is one of the most deadly 3-point shooting bigs in the WNBA. Not to mention, she's averaging a career-best 14.6 points per game.

Why Azurà Stevens Is a Most Improved Player Candidate

Aside from the Spark's 72-59 blowout defeat against the Valkyries, Stevens has been fairly consistent. Even with the emergence of Brink, she's scored over 13.5 points in four of six games this month, averaging 14.3 points in August.

It's been a while since this two teams met. However, Stevens erupted for 21 points, on 8-11 and 5-8 3-point shooting against the Wings on June 6.

Now Stevens get's a prime matchup against Dallas, who gives up the most points to forwards. Also, did I mention forwards average the most 3-pointers made against the Wings?

While Paige Bueckers continues to shine bright in Arlington, Dallas defensive woes continue. Ranking No. 10 in defensive rating (107.1), we are talking about a team that allows the second most points per game (86.5 PPG). In addition, they allow the highest opponent 3-point percentage in the WNBA (37.3 %).

Final WNBA Player Prop Betting Prediction: Azurà Stevens OVER 13.5 Points (-115 DraftKings)

Unless it's a blowout, which could be the case, I'm expecting Stevens to get a ton of looks beyond the arc today. An inside, outside threat—Stevens continue her Most Improved Player candidacy. Per Sparks PR, Stevens set a record for the most 3-pointers made (59) by a player 6 foot 6 or taller.

• I'm taking Azurà Stevens to record over 13.5 points today. Her shooting efficiency and matchup is too enticing to pass up. Soaring over this player prop line in three straight games against Dallas, I'm laying the points with Stevens today. 

Player Prop Bet #3: Jewell Loyd

Jewell Loyd 2025 WNBA Stats

GP: 33 | PPG: 11.7 | FG: 39.1 % | FT: 83.3 % | 3PT: 37.9 % | REB: 3.6 | AST: 1.8 | STL: 1.0 | BLK: 0.2

• OVER 1.5 Made Threes (-138 FanDuel)

My third best bet for today, I placed one unit on Las Vegas Aces guard Jewell Loyd to record over 1.5 made threes against the Phoenix Mercury.

Yes, I know Jewell Loyd has has her struggles in her first season with the Aces. However, she's been far more productive off the bench for head coach Becky Hammon. In eight games off the bench, Loyd is averaging 15.5 points, shooting 40.7 percent from the field, and 39 percent from three. In 22 games as a starter alongside Chelsea Gray, A'ja Wilson, and Jackie Young—Loyd averaged just 11.2 points. The drastic increase in efficiency makes this prop a strong one today.

It's been an adjustment for Loyd, who's been a bona fide starter her entire career. Now averaging the least points (11.7 PPG) since her rookie season in Seattle, things are looking up.

After a tumultuous first half of the season, Loyd has been a crucial x-factor in the Aces five game winning streak. In fact over the streak, she's averaging 16.8 points, and is shooting 47.3 percent from the field, and 48.7 percent from three.

With those numbers, how can I fade Loyd tonight? Sure, she's in a new system, where she's taking more corner threes. Prior, Loyd was a heavy volume scorer for the Seattle Storm. Either way, she's averaging 3.8 3pM on 7.8 3PA over the last five games.

Final WNBA Player Prop Betting Prediction: Jewell Loyd OVER 1.5 Made Threes (-138 FanDuel)

Betting on 3-pointers can be risky, but let's face it, the Aces will need Lloyd tonight. The stakes are high for both teams, and I'm expecting a fairly close matchup. Plus, the Mercury allow the fourth most points and 3-pointers made to guards.

I like the move for Loyd, given Hammon has inserted both Dana Evans and Kierstan Bell into the starting lineup interchangeably. Loyd was crucial in the Aces last victory against the Liberty, scoring 21 points on 5-9 3-point shooting. Tallying 10 and 17 points against Phoenix this season, Loyd is a combined 5-12 from 3-point range.

• I'm taking Jewell Loyd to record over 1.5 3-pointers made today. Given the Mercury allow the fourth most 3-point attempts per game (24.8), Loyd is shooting 51.4 percent from the left corner three, and 41.7 percent from the right corner. While the Mercury boast the second best defensive rating in the WNBA, Loyd soared over this prop line in both games against them this year.