WNBA Picks Today: 2 WNBA Best Bets & Player Props for Saturday, August 1, 2026

WNBA Best Bets at a Glance

• A'ja Wilson 30+ Points (+136)
• New York Liberty Moneyline (-142)

Each day in the WNBA, we've got countless betting options.

You can ride with traditional markets such as spreads or totals or bet on which players will erupt via the player-prop markets.

Which bets stand out for tonight's slate?

Let's run through the top options in FanDuel Sportsbook's WNBA odds, leaning on advanced stats from the WNBA to help us find an edge in the market.

Please note lines are subject to change throughout the day after this article is published. All injury news comes via the official WNBA player news wire.

WNBA Best Bets and Predictions Today

Las Vegas Aces vs. Chicago Sky

A'ja Wilson 30+ Points (+136)

A'ja Wilson has been on another dominant stretch, coming off a 33-point, 10-rebound performance against the New York Liberty on Thursday. She's scored 30 or more points in four of her last eight regular-season games, including a 30-point performance against Chicago earlier this season.

Wilson remains the centerpiece of Las Vegas' offense, and the Aces continue to lean on her in every key matchup. With Chicago facing one of the league's toughest interior scorers, this sets up as another opportunity for Wilson to have a high-volume scoring night. Rather than laying heavy juice on her standard points line, the alternate 30+ points prop offers stronger value at plus money.

New York Liberty vs. Phoenix Mercury

New York Liberty Moneyline (-142)

Although Phoenix enters Saturday on a three-game winning streak, New York has already won both meetings between these teams this season, defeating the Mercury 84-74 and 75-68. The Liberty's defense set the tone in both games, holding Phoenix below 75 points each time.

New York is coming off a loss to Las Vegas, but the Liberty remain one of the WNBA's deepest teams and have already shown they know how to slow down the Mercury. With a chance to complete the season sweep and favorable head-to-head history on their side, New York is in a strong position to get back in the win column.

WNBA Betting -- Frequently Asked Questions

What does the point spread mean in WNBA betting?

The point spread is a margin set by oddsmakers to level the playing field between two unevenly matched teams. For example, if the Dallas Wings are listed at -7.5, they need to win by 8 or more points for a bet on them to cash. Conversely, a bet on their opponent at +7.5 wins if that team loses by 7 or fewer points — or wins outright.

What is the moneyline?

The moneyline is a straight-up bet on which team wins the game, with no spread involved. Favorites carry a negative number (e.g., -200, meaning you must risk $200 to win $100), while underdogs carry a positive number (e.g., +170, meaning a $100 bet returns $170 profit).

How does the over/under (game total) work?

Oddsmakers set a projected combined score for the game, and bettors wager on whether the actual total will go over or under that number. For instance, if the total is set at 154.5 points, an over bet wins if both teams combine for 155 or more points. WNBA totals can swing based on pace of play, rest situations, and injuries, so it's worth tracking those factors before placing a total bet.

What are WNBA player props?

Player props are bets tied to an individual player's statistical performance rather than the game's outcome. Common prop bet markets include points scored, assists, rebounds, three-pointers made, and combinations of those stats.

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