Rivalries between teams often lead to some thrilling and compelling matches, drawing fans into seats and keeping them glued to their TV screens.
The WNBA is well-known for its dynamic superteams and fierce rivalries, often competing to take home championships and dominate in the spotlight.
1. Minnesota Lynx vs. Los Angeles Sparks
Although they have split their first five meetings this season, this rivalry could prove one of the most thrilling in WNBA. The Lynx are eager to build off of their impressive road underdog victory against Sparks last week in scoring 77-74 win as an underdog on their home court.
Due to injuries sustained by key players like Jessica Shepard, Aerial Powers and Diamond Miller for Minnesota, Napheesa Collier has made her presence felt against Los Angeles with two impressive games against them. Look out for Jordin Canada, Azura Stevens and Karlie Samuelson to make an impressionful statement against Los Angeles on Tuesday night.
The Sparks have struggled on defense this season, leading them to place last in multiple offensive categories. But at home they’re dangerous; 12 times so far this season the over has hit, which may provide betting angles. Keep an eye on this total to get betting ideas.
2. Seattle Storm vs. Connecticut Sun
Rivalries can be great sources of excitement in any sport and this 2021 series between these Eastern #2 seeds could prove no exception. Kelsey Plum, Elena Delle-Donne, Breanna Stewart and Sue Bird should make for an intense competition that should provide fans with something memorable to watch.
And if the WNBA wants to build on its dynastic superteam era that it started out with, then these heated matchups are exactly what the game needs for growth. Talent such as Candace Parker (a 6’4 player who can run the floor and finish precisely); Lindsay Whalen (one of the smartest distributors in sports); Seimone Augustus (one of the greatest mid-range shooters ever); and Nneka Ogwumike (one of the quickest cutters and precise finishers in sports) make this rivalry enjoyable from start to finish – making for great viewing all along its course!
3. Phoenix Mercury vs. Los Angeles Sparks
Minnesota Lynx and Los Angeles Sparks shared one of the WNBA’s most storied rivalries over recent years, featuring back-to-back Finals matchups that went all the way, star power in abundance, and clutch shots galore making every Sparks/Lynx game an eventful must-watch experience WNBA predictions.
This year’s series looks set to be as thrilling, even without some of the Lynx’s signature players – Candace Parker has decided to retire, Sylvia Fowles has retired, Maya Moore and Kristi Toliver have moved on, leaving a gaping hole.
But the Sparks remain formidable with two-time WNBA MVP Nneka Ogwumike and former Lynx superstars Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner still on board, along with Breanna Stewart and Tiffany Hayes leading an energetic young roster that needs only to win one game to remain relevant in WNBA play. It is clear why this matchup should be watched closely.
4. Los Angeles Sparks vs. Connecticut Sun
Los Angeles and Connecticut will engage in one of the WNBA’s fiercest rivalries as each battles for playoff berths – something on the line when Los Angeles hosts Connecticut on Thursday. Both squads have struggled since Liz Cambage took a buyout, with Los Angeles struggling since Liz Cambage took a buyout, while Connecticut have suffered through injuries (Chennedy Carter and Tiffany Hayes were out Tuesday).
With such unique talent spanning across the court – Candace Parker being a multitalented big who runs the floor; Lindsay Whalen being an exceptional distributor; Seimone Augustus an expert mid-ranger; and Nneka Ogwumike dominating in the paint – Sparks-Lynx games can deliver an intense punch, drawing newcomers into women’s basketball while captivating fans for more – something which only helps grow the league in return.
