Sun vs Mercury Parlay Picks
The Connecticut Sun head into Phoenix and the WNBA odds have them as slight favorites, Sun -2.5. Despite boasting a better overall record, the Sun come in at -150 to win outright, while the Phoenix Mercury offer a tempting +130 upset victory on the moneyline. The total is predicted to be a low 158. Our Sun vs Mercury betting analysis thinks this will be a tough game to predict.
While the Sun have been the stronger WNBA team throughout the season, recent trends suggest a closer contest. Since Brittney Griner’s return, the Mercury’s defense has tightened considerably along with their WNBA standing.
Conversely, the Sun have shown some vulnerabilities in their last few games. Their first meeting this year, where the Mercury were shorthanded, might not be a strong indicator of the upcoming matchup.
We like the Sun to continue their hold on the Mercury and get back to their winning ways Monday night.
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Our WNBA Picks today:
- Connecticut Sun -2.5
- Connecticut Sun (-150)
- Under 158 (-110)
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Sun vs Mercury Game Analysis
The Connecticut Sun completely dominated their previous matchup with the Phoenix Mercury this season. While the first quarter was tight (Sun 15, Mercury 13), the Sun exploded in the second quarter and never looked back. Their stifling defense held the Mercury to a measly 47 points, securing a convincing 23-point victory.
The Sun’s victory was a team effort. DeWanna Bonner led the scoring with 19 points. Alyssa Thomas had a well-rounded performance with 10 points, eight assists, and six rebounds. Brionna Jones provided a spark off the bench, scoring 16 points in just 18 minutes.
Without Brittney Griner in the lineup, the Mercury lacked the firepower to compete. No player even reached double digits in scoring, with their leading scorer, Kahleah Copper, managing only seven points. Our Sun vs Mercury betting analysis need not look too far into this game to predict Monday’s rematch.
Connecticut Sun vs Phoenix Mercury Information
Connecticut Sun (14-4) vs Phoenix Mercury (9-9)
Location of the Game: Footprint Center Phoenix, AZ
Date & Time: Monday, July 1, 2024, 10:00 PM EDT
Where to Watch: WNBA League Pass
Connecticut Sun vs Phoenix Mercury Odds
The Connecticut Sun, despite a strong start (14-4 overall), have hit a rough patch. They’ve only won half (6-4) of their last ten games, including a concerning 1-3 stretch in the last four. Their most recent loss, a close one to the Atlanta Dream (74-78), further highlights their recent struggles. To make matters worse, they haven’t covered the spread in any of their last five games.
However, the Sun do have some road experience on their side. They’ve won six of their last eight games away from home, though their spread record on the road remains inconsistent (3-5).
On the other side, the Phoenix Mercury have a different story. After a challenging start without Brittney Griner, they’ve found their rhythm with her return, boasting a 5-3 record since her comeback. Overall, they sit at 9-9 for the season.
The Mercury are particularly strong at home, holding a 7-3 record with an impressive 7-3 record against the spread (ATS) in those home games. This dominance extends beyond their home court, as they’ve covered the spread in seven of their last ten games overall.
This promises to be a close match, with both teams seeming to be trending in the opposite directions. The betting odds WNBA give the Sun the edge in this one.
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Sun vs Mercury Betting Analysis & Final Overview
Despite a recent slump (6-4 in their last 10), the Sun (14-4, 2nd in WNBA) remain slight favorites (-2.5) on the road against the Mercury (9-9, 4th in West). The Sun boast a dominant duo in Alyssa Thomas and DeWanna Bonner (16.7 ppg), while the Mercury counter with a potent scoring trio of Kahleah Copper (22.7 ppg), Diana Taurasi (16.5 ppg), and Brittney Griner (19.3 ppg). However, the Sun’s season-long success suggests they can overcome their recent struggles. Our Sun vs Mercury betting analysis picks the Sun to cover (-2.5) on the road.