The Las Vegas Aces vs Phoenix Mercury game is set to take place on Friday at 10 p.m. ET. The two playoff contenders will clash in a highly anticipated matchup, featuring two MVP contenders. The Aces enter the game with a 19-14 record and are hot, having won their past five games. The Mercury are 19-12 but are coming off a 74-66 loss to Atlanta on Sunday.
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Las Vegas Aces vs Phoenix Mercury: Key Players To Watch
Heading into this matchup between the Aces and Mercury, there are two players that stand out. The game features two of the top contenders for the WNBA MVP award: Alyssa Thomas and A’ja Wilson. Thomas is the engine through which the Mercury run. Although she is an effective scorer, averaging 16.1 points per game, her playmaking and rebounding abilities stand out. She leads her team in both categories with 8.7 rebounds and 9.0 assists per game. She is second in MVP odds at +310, according to FanDuel.
A’ja Wilson is the standout for the Aces. She has been a dominant force for the Aces since entering the league in 2018, winning the MVP award three times. She is having another strong season this year, averaging 22.0 points and 9.8 rebounds per game. She is third in odds for the MVP award at +1700.
Odds and Betting Lines for Las Vegas Aces vs Phoenix Mercury
According to FanDuel, Phoenix is the favorite to win this game. While the Mercury are coming off a loss, this game will be played at home. They are also coming off five days of rest, unlike the Aces, who played two days ago.
- Moneyline: Las Vegas (+160), Phoenix (-200)
- Spread: Las Vegas +4.5 (-110), Phoenix -4.5 (-110)
- Total: Over 168.5 points (-112), Under 168.5 points (-108)
Picks and Predictions for Las Vegas Aces vs Phoenix Mercury
Heading into this game, Las Vegas is on a five-game winning streak after defeating New York 83-77 at home on Wednesday. Conversely, Phoenix is coming off a 74-66 loss to one of the top teams in the league, Atlanta, at home on Sunday. A loss to the Dream is not something to hold against the Mercury, as it was a close contest against a top competitor.
The key for this game appears to be rest. While the Aces are on a roll, they played two days ago and needed to travel. Conversely, while the Mercury are coming off a loss, they are staying at home and have had five days of rest. As a result, we are predicting the Mercury to defeat the Aces on Friday night.
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