In a lively discussion centered around the most intriguing WNBA awards markets, Buckets WNBA host Jim Turvey and Calvin Wetzel analyzed this year’s top candidates and made several expert picks and predictions.
The bets and detailed breakdowns were all discussed on the latest edition of the Buckets WNBA podcast. Some of the picks are detailed below, but be sure to listen to the full episode to get the complete analysis and the rest of the picks.
WNBA Awards: Expert Picks, Predictions
Sixth Player of the Year: Sophie Cunningham
Sophie Cunningham stands out as a top pick for Sixth Player of the Year. Turvey mentioned Cunningham's potential to play significant minutes on a strong team and highlighted her ability to capitalize on this opportunity, which suggests there's plenty of value at +1100 odds.
Most Improved Player: Leonie Fiebich
The hosts are particularly enthusiastic about Leonie Fiebich winning the Most Improved Player Award. Available at 60-to-1, Fiebich’s role transition, combined with her impactful playoff performances last season, makes her a compelling candidate.
Coach of the Year: Karl Smesko
In the Coach of the Year conversation, Atlanta's Karl Smesko stood out. Known as the "mad scientist," Smesko’s innovative coaching style could lead the Dream to exceed expectations. At 22-to-1, there's excellent value on Smesko in his first WNBA season.
MVP: Napheesa Collier
After having shown glimpses of dominance in Unrivaled, Napheesa Collier seems to be on the brink of solidifying her status as one of the WNBA’s top players. At +475 odds, she presents a great opportunity for those looking to place WNBA MVP bets.
