Thanks to the influx of extraordinary young talent, the popularity of the WNBA is blowing up. Unsurprisingly, the betting markets are too. Showing respect to the wonderful women’s game, this gambler will occasionally dip his toe in the WNBA wagering waters.
The pick — Angel Reese to record double-double at Mystics (+125, FanDuel)
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Without question, the Sky rookie is walking the walk and talking the talk. Whether via her pregame high-heel struts or on-court work, the Basketball Barbie has drawn the interest of every Ken in the betting world — especially on props tied to points and rebounds.
Really coming into her own and making a strong case for Rookie of the Year honors — yes, over college archrival Caitlin Clark — Reese has recorded four-straight double-doubles and achieved the feat in five of her last seven games. This month on 31.6 minutes per game, she’s averaged 14.0 points and 11.4 rebounds, including 16 points and 11 boards against Washington on June 5.
On paper, the Mystics aren’t a defensive juggernaut by any stretch. This season, they rank No. 5 in fewest opponent rebounds per game (34.7), No. 7 in fewest opponent points per game (82.4) and No. 8 in defensive rating (102.4 points per 100 possessions).
A double-double queen while at LSU, Reese has brought considerable paint tenacity and personality to Chicago. Only 11 games into her professional career, she’s already become an indispensable around-the-glass contributor.
At plus money, Reese again reaching double figures in points and rebounds is a smart-money bet.
WNBA season record: 1-4, -2.72 units