Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the WNBA match.
The Las Vegas Aces are struggling to find their rhythm, currently holding an even win-loss record. They need a swift turnaround, but their fixture list offers little respite. Up next is a meeting with the Minnesota Lynx, the current frontrunners in the Western Conference.
Minnesota Lynx
The Minnesota Lynx have been in excellent form this season, winning 10 of their opening 11 games. A closer look at the statistics only strengthens the case for the Minnesota Lynx. Offensively, they rank second in the league, averaging 85.9 points per game, while their standout, Napheesa Collier, leads all scorers with 26.1 points per game. Defensively, the Lynx are equally impressive, conceding just 75.9 points per game — the third-best mark in the league.
Las Vegas Aces
In contrast, the Las Vegas Aces are enduring a difficult spell. Their entire system had been built around A’ja Wilson, who led the team across all five major statistical categories. Her current absence has left a clear void at both ends of the court. The recent loss to the underperforming Phoenix Mercury was a clear indicator of their struggles, as the Las Vegas Aces managed to convert only 35.9% of their field-goal attempts in a 70:76 defeat.
Minnesota Lynx vs Las Vegas Aces Prediction
At this stage of the campaign, only the New York Liberty seem capable of challenging the dominance of the Minnesota Lynx. A depleted Las Vegas Aces outfit, still searching for alternatives in A’ja Wilson’s absence, is unlikely to offer much resistance. A comfortable home win looks the most probable outcome.
