Prop Bets: Washington Mystics VS Minnesota Lynx 2025-08-08
WNBA Showdown: Washington Mystics vs. Minnesota Lynx – A One-Way Street?
The Washington Mystics (13-16) are about to learn what it feels like to be the second best team in the league—right after the Minnesota Lynx (25-5) teach them a lesson in dominance. With Napheesa Collier sidelineded, the Lynx are still favored at -10.5 on the spread (FanDuel) and carry an 83.6% implied win probability via the moneyline. Meanwhile, the Mystics, reeling from three straight losses and a recent exodus of star players, are priced at +5.1 to win, which is about as likely as a snowstorm in August.
Key Stats to Know:
- Lynx Home Magic: Minnesota is a brutal 15-1 at Target Center this season, with a staggering +18.7 net rating. Their home court isn’t just a place—it’s a moat around a castle.
- Mystics’ Misery: Washington’s offense ranks 11th in the WNBA, and their recent trades (bye-bye, Brittney Sykes and Aaliyah Edwards) have left them with a rookie (Natasha Citron) trying to fill big shoes. Spoiler: They’re still in the box.
- Total Points: The teams average 165.6 PPG, but the line is set at 157.5. If you’re betting, the Over is a no-brainer—unless you’re a Washington fan, in which case, you’re already out of luck.
Player Props to Punt On:
- Courtney Williams (Lynx): She’s your golden ticket. The Over on her 14.5 points is listed at -130 (FanDuel), and she’s scored 15+ in 14 of 30 games this year. With Collier out, Williams is the Lynx’s Swiss Army knife—except sharper.
- Jessica Shepard (Lynx): A combo prop at +170 for a double-double? Take the Over. She’s averaging 10.5 PPG and 9.2 RPG, and the Mystics’ defense is about as reliable as a broken umbrella in a hurricane.
The Verdict:
The Lynx are so favored they could probably win this game while playing with one hand tied behind their backs… and a blindfold. Minnesota’s depth, led by DiJonai Carrington and Williams, should dismantle Washington’s disjointed attack. Lay the points if you’re feeling spicy, but don’t be surprised if the Lynx win by double digits while still playing for second half.
Final Score Prediction: Minnesota 88, Washington 72. The Mystics might as well bring a “We’re Here to Lose” banner—they’ve already got the vibe down.
Note: Props and odds as of 8/8/25. Bet responsibly, or don’t—either way, the Lynx are probably still winning.
Created: Aug. 8, 2025, 5:41 p.m. GMT