## Lynx vs Sun Predictions, Picks & Odds – 9-17 ### Game Info * **Date:** Saturday, September 17, 2023 * **Time:** 3:00 PM ET * **Location:** Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT * **TV:** CBS Sports Network ### Betting Odds * **Lynx Moneyline:** (+250) * **Sun Moneyline:** (-320) * **Spread:** Sun -6.5 * **Total:** 159.5 ### Matchup Preview The Minnesota Lynx and Connecticut Sun will face off in a highly anticipated WNBA semifinal matchup on Saturday afternoon. The Lynx are the No. 4 seed in the playoffs, while the Sun are the No. 1 seed. The Lynx advanced to the semifinals by defeating the Dallas Wings in the first round and the Chicago Sky in the second round. The Sun advanced to the semifinals by defeating the New York Liberty in the first round and the Las Vegas Aces in the second round. The Lynx are led by Sylvia Fowles, who is one of the best centers in the WNBA. Fowles is averaging 16.9 points and 10.4 rebounds per game this season. The Lynx also have a strong supporting cast, including Aerial Powers, Napheesa Collier, and Kayla McBride. The Sun are led by Jonquel Jones, who is the reigning WNBA MVP. Jones is averaging 20.3 points and 11.2 rebounds per game this season. The Sun also have a strong supporting cast, including Alyssa Thomas, DeWanna Bonner, and Brionna Jones. The Lynx and Sun have met twice this season, with each team winning once. The Lynx won the first meeting by a score of 89-85, while the Sun won the second meeting by a score of 93-86. ### Predictions The Sun are the clear favorites in this matchup. They are the No. 1 seed in the playoffs and have a better overall record than the Lynx. The Sun also have a more experienced roster, with several players who have won WNBA championships. The Lynx are a tough team, but they will need to play their best game to beat the Sun. The Lynx will need to get good production from Fowles and their other key players. They will also need to play well defensively, especially against Jones. While the Lynx are the underdogs in this matchup, they have a chance to win if they play their best game. The Lynx have a lot of talent and experience, and they are capable of beating any team in the WNBA. **Pick:** Sun -6.5
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