Atlanta Dream vs. Minnesota Lynx: Picks, Predictions and Odds

The 2025 WNBA season resumes after the All-Star break, featuring a Sunday matchup between the Atlanta Dream and the Minnesota Lynx at 7:00 p.m. ET on NBA TV.

The Atlanta Dream have been a surprise success, currently holding fourth place overall and second in the Eastern Conference after 24 games. The Minnesota Lynx, hosting the game, are widely considered the team to beat in the league following their appearance in last season's Finals.

This game is seen as an opportunity for the Lynx to make a statement against a playoff-caliber Dream team. Both teams are trending upwards, making the matchup exciting. Their first meeting this season was high-scoring, requiring overtime for the Lynx to win 96-92 on the road. Lynx star Napheesa Collier led that victory with 26 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists.

A significant disadvantage for Atlanta is the scheduling: this game marks their sixth consecutive road game over the past two weeks. Furthermore, this will be their ninth game against a playoff team in their last ten contests. This is particularly challenging against the Lynx, viewed as the league's best team this season, who are well-rested. Minnesota has dominated since the All-Star break with blowout wins over Chicago and Las Vegas.

Given these factors, the expert prediction favors the Lynx to cover a -8.5 point spread. A high-scoring game ("over") is also expected, aligning with a Lynx cover, especially since their first meeting easily surpassed the total even without overtime. Atlanta has consistently been involved in high-scoring games, boasting the league's fourth-best offense. Minnesota possesses the top-ranked offense, suggesting they can score heavily against Atlanta's average defense.