Final
July 15, 2026 β’ Target Center, Minneapolis
WNBA PREVIEW β’ July 15, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Los Angeles Sparks (10-13) meets Minnesota Lynx (19-6) at Target Center, Minneapolis.
Los Angeles Sparks
Visiting Side
Record
10-13
Minnesota Lynx
Home Side
Record
19-6
Scoring
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
LOS
|
18 | 21 | 28 | 20 | 87 |
|
MIN
|
12 | 25 | 31 | 28 | 96 |
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
65%
Los Angeles Sparks
VS
35%
Minnesota Lynx
Projected Score
LOS 87
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MIN 73
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- Los Angeles Sparks boasts a superior average point differential.
- Los Angeles Sparks controls the glass more effectively.
- Los Angeles Sparks operates with higher offensive efficiency.
Los Angeles Sparks
STAT
Minnesota Lynx
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Minnesota Lynx plays on familiar turf at Target Center, Minneapolis.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Los Angeles Sparks Could Win
Los Angeles Sparks generates 86.2 points per game while shooting 46.3%.
Why Minnesota Lynx Could Win
Minnesota Lynx produces 89.8 points per game on 40.0% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Los Angeles Sparks's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Target Center, Minneapolis
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
16,410
Closing Odds
Line: MIN -11.5 | O/U: 181.5
Team Leaders
Team Points
Kayla McBride
24
Team Assists
Natasha Howard
6
Team Points
Rae Burrell
24
Team Assists
Erica Wheeler
6
Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Los Angeles Sparks (46.9%)
Minnesota Lynx (53.1%)
Total Submissions: 0 circles
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