On Wednesday 26 August 2026, Connecticut Sun play Chicago Sky in the WNBA. Our model likes 5 bets here. The one it likes most is Connecticut Sun +6 on the Line, priced at -110 when we wrote this. Here is the thinking behind each pick, in plain English.
Connecticut Sun have struggled lately, winning only 2 of their last 10 games. They also allow opponents to shoot a lot of three-pointers, which could be a problem against a Chicago Sky team that has won 5 of their last 10 and can score from beyond the arc. The Sun have a decent home court advantage, which might help them bounce back. However, they have been giving up a lot of rebounds, averaging 32.2, while the Sky allow only slightly fewer at 34.4. This matchup looks tight, and the Sun's recent form raises some concern. Still, with the odds looking fair, betting on the Sun to cover the spread seems like a good chance. It was priced at -110 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $19.10 if it lands. The number next to the team is the handicap, and that team's score is adjusted by it before the bet is settled. The bookmakers have this as a slight favourite. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.
Under 171.5 Total Points (-110)
Odds available at BetUS at time of publishing
Connecticut Sun struggle to score, winning only 2 of their last 10 games. They often allow opposing teams to shoot a lot of threes, but they also don't give up many rebounds compared to other teams. On the other hand, Chicago Sky are doing a bit better, winning 5 of their last 10, but they still allow a fair number of rebounds.
With both teams not exactly lighting up the scoreboard lately, this game could end up being low-scoring. The numbers suggest a total combined score of around 165 points, so betting on under 171.5 makes sense. The biggest risk is how close the teams are in performance, which could lead to an unexpected offensive burst. It was priced at -110 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $19.10 if it lands. The bookmakers have this as a slight favourite. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.
Natasha Cloud Over 9.5 Rebounds and Assists (-110)
Odds available at FanDuel at time of publishing
Natasha Cloud has been showing some solid form lately, especially with her rebounding and assists. When playing at home, the Connecticut Sun tend to give her more opportunities to shine, and she has been pulling in around six rebounds and getting a decent number of assists. The matchup against the Chicago Sky is likely to be tight, making it a good chance for Cloud to rack up her numbers. One concern is that both teams are pretty close in skill, so it could go either way. Still, with Cloud's recent performances and the support from her teammates, going for over 9.5 rebounds and assists seems like a smart bet. Just remember, this isn't a guarantee for a win, but the chances are looking promising. It was priced at -110 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $19.10 if it lands. The bookmakers have this as a slight favourite. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.
Azura Stevens Under 6.5 Rebounds (+109)
Odds available at DraftKings at time of publishing
For the bet on Azura Stevens to grab under 6.5 rebounds, we need her to have a quieter night on the boards. The Chicago Sky have been allowing a decent number of rebounds this season, but Stevens has shown a bit of inconsistency in her recent games, often recording just a few rebounds here and there.
The Connecticut Sun have struggled lately, winning only two out of their last ten games. This could affect the pace of the game and how many chances Stevens gets to rebound. Plus, the Sun give up a lot of rebounds themselves, so it's not a guaranteed win for Stevens. She might just not hit that number tonight. It was priced at +109 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $20.90 if it lands. This one is priced as an outside chance. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.
DiJonai Carrington Over 12.5 Points and Rebounds (-111)
Odds available at DraftKings at time of publishing
At Mohegan Sun Arena, DiJonai Carrington has a solid chance to hit over 12.5 points and rebounds against the Chicago Sky. The Sky give up a lot of rebounds, averaging over 34 a game, which could help Carrington rack up those extra boards. Even though the Sun have struggled recently, winning only 2 of their last 10 games, Carrington still has the opportunity to shine. The biggest risk here is that both teams are pretty close in performance, making it tough to predict how everything will play out. It was priced at -111 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $19.00 if it lands. This is an alternate line, so it is not the main number on the board and the price moves with it. The bookmakers have this as a slight favourite. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.
That is how our model reads Connecticut Sun v Chicago Sky. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back anything. And if a game does not feel right to you, the strongest move is to skip it -- there is another one tomorrow.