The Las Vegas Aces secured a significant win over the Indiana Fever on Wednesday, limiting Rookie of the Year favorite Caitlin Clark to just 6-of-22 shooting from the field. Indiana, known for its potent offense since the Olympic break, managed only 75 points in the loss. However, the Fever will look to bounce back on Friday in the rematch, taking place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
For Friday’s game, Las Vegas is favored by 4.5 points, an increase from the 2.5-point spread on Wednesday. This could make the game more interesting since the Fever are 10-8 against the spread (ATS) at home and 11-11 as underdogs. Indiana is also trying to secure the No. 6 seed in the standings, adding extra significance to the matchup.
### Odds Breakdown:
– **Spread:** Aces -4.5 (-110), Fever +4.5 (-110)
– **Moneyline:** Aces -225, Fever +185
– **Total Points:** 176.5 (Over -110, Under -110)
### Key Players to Watch:
**Las Vegas Aces:**
– **A’ja Wilson:** The MVP favorite continues to dominate the league, putting up 27 points, 12 rebounds, and three blocks in Wednesday’s win. Wilson is having one of the best seasons in WNBA history, averaging 27.3 points per game and breaking the single-season points record. Her consistent, high-level play has made her nearly unstoppable in 2024.
**Indiana Fever:**
– **Kelsey Mitchell:** Serving as an ideal counterpart to Caitlin Clark, Mitchell is averaging 19.3 points per game and contributed 24 points in Wednesday’s loss. She’s been in great form lately, scoring at least 20 points in three consecutive games. Since the Olympic break, Mitchell has averaged 24.8 points per game, shooting an impressive 44.8% from 3-point range.
### Betting Prediction:
The key betting angle focuses on Caitlin Clark’s potential to rebound from her poor shooting performance on Wednesday. Clark shot just 6-for-22 from the field and 1-for-10 from 3-point range in the loss, but her post-Olympic performance suggests she can bounce back. Over the last 11 games, she has consistently shot 36.3% from beyond the arc, averaging 3.7 made 3-pointers per game on 10.3 attempts. Given that Indiana is fighting to secure the No. 6 seed with only a few games left in the regular season, Clark will likely have a high-volume shooting night.
### Best Bet:
The recommended bet for Friday’s game is a prop bet on Caitlin Clark to make at least three 3-pointers. Despite her struggles in the previous matchup, Clark’s shooting form and importance to the Fever’s playoff hopes make her a strong candidate for a better performance. The Fever need to maintain their position in the standings, and Clark’s contribution will be crucial. Expect her to bounce back with an improved shooting performance in this rematch against the Aces.
With both teams highly motivated and Clark primed for a recovery, Friday’s game promises to be a thrilling contest. The Aces remain favored, but the Fever could cover the spread, especially if Clark finds her rhythm from beyond the arc.