The Toronto Tempo (1-2) and Los Angeles Sparks (1-2) meet in the WNBA tonight. Tipoff is set for 7:00 p.m. EDT at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif. The game will be broadcast live on TSN.
The Sparks are favored by -8 on the spread, with the over/under set at 174 (-110o / -110u). The Sparks are a -345 favorite to win outright, while the Tempo are +270 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Tempo vs. Sparks predictions and WNBA picks.
Tempo vs. Sparks Odds, Pick
| Tempo Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+8 -110 | 174 -110o / -110u | +270 |
| Sparks Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-8 -110 | 174 -110o / -110u | -345 |
- Tempo vs. Sparks Spread: Sparks -8 (-110), Tempo +8 (-110)
- Tempo vs. Sparks Over/Under: 174 (-110o / -110u)
- Tempo vs. Sparks Moneyline: Tempo +270, Sparks -345
- Tempo vs. Sparks Best Bet: Tempo +8 (-110)
Tempo vs. Sparks Preview
Our PRO tools project an edge on the Tempo spread for this matchup.
While the consensus line ranges from +7.5 to +8 at most sportsbooks, we project Toronto at +5.5 for this game, representing a 4.2% edge against the market, making them a solid choice with a B- grade in our system.
Also, the number of bets and percentage of money show increasing support for Toronto heading into tonight's tipoff.
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Tempo vs. Sparks Prediction
Just two nights ago, this same matchup ended with a narrow 99-95 victory for the Sparks.
So it would not be a stretch to ask the Tempo to cover the spread by that 4-point margin. If given double, then it's an excellent option.
The Sparks are coming off a tough rebuilding cycle and have infused the roster with a lot of new talent, which helps an expansion team like the Tempo in this matchup.
On Friday, Brittney Sykes carried the Toronto offense with 27 points, and more is expected tonight of Marina Mabrey, who just shot 1-for-6 from the 3-point line and 3-for 10 from the field in that game.
Toronto is physical and has size on its roster to throw bodies at Cameron Brink and Dearica Hamby, forcing the younger Sparks players into fouling trouble or inefficient looks.
Look for the Tempo to keep it close again and cover.
Best Bet: Tempo +8 (-110, Caesars)
