The Minnesota Lynx will take on the Los Angeles Sparks on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. This early-season Western Conference matchup features two teams coming off impressive season debuts. With both squads holding 1-0 records, Sunday’s game presents an opportunity for one of them to start the year with a perfect 2-0 mark.
Lynx vs. Sparks: Game Preview
Minnesota opened its season with an impressive 99-84 win over the Dallas Wings, powered by a dominant performance from Napheesa Collier. Collier poured in 34 points as the Lynx shot an efficient 53% from the field, showcasing their offensive depth and execution. With Collier leading the way, Minnesota heads into this road contest full of confidence and looking to build on its early momentum.
The Sparks also began their 2025 campaign with a win, defeating the Golden State Valkyries 84-67 in San Francisco. The standout performer was Kelsey Plum, who made an immediate impact in her debut with LA after being traded from the Las Vegas Aces in the offseason. Plum scored 37 points, leading the Sparks to a strong second-half showing that broke the game open. After struggling to an 8-32 record last season, the Sparks have their sights set on a turnaround—and Plum’s emergence is a promising sign.
Both teams scored over 80 points in their season openers, albeit against opponents that may not be strong defensively. This game should serve as a valuable early-season benchmark, giving both teams a chance to prove that their strong offensive starts are for real.
Betting Outlook
– Spread: Minnesota Lynx -4.5
– Over/Under: 161.5 points
– Moneyline: Lynx -240 | Sparks +170
Oddsmakers have pegged the Lynx as 4.5-point favorites heading into this contest. Both teams covered the spread in their openers—Minnesota easily covered as 7.5-point favorites against Dallas, while Los Angeles covered as 5.5-point favorites in the Valkyries’ franchise debut. However, the level of competition rises in this matchup, making point spread and total bets more intriguing for bettors.
Lynx vs. Sparks Prediction
– Pick: Minnesota Lynx -4.5
– Total: Under 161.5
Based on what we saw in both teams’ opening games, the Lynx appear to be the more complete and cohesive unit. Their mix of strong defense, efficient shooting, and veteran leadership gives them the edge in this early road matchup. While Kelsey Plum’s performance was outstanding, the Sparks struggled to find a rhythm through the first three quarters against Golden State. That could prove costly against a team of Minnesota’s caliber.
Our prediction: Expect the Lynx to cover the spread and for the total to stay under 161.5 points.
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