Minnesota Lynx vs. Washington Mystics

Quick read:

Minnesota is the one to back at -5.5 – a gritty, home‑court crew that loves to crash the paint and turn rebounds into easy buckets.
Their 34.8 rebounds per game give them a tangible edge over Washington’s 37.7, and that extra glass translates into second‑chance points and slower tempo for the Mystics. Add a 39.5% three‑point clip, and the Lynx can stretch the defense, pulling the Mystics’ bigs out of the paint and keeping the rebound battle in their favor.
Risk? The Mystics aren’t exactly a pushover on the glass, and if they keep the boards tight the spread could feel a touch snug – but at -5.5 the price looks generous for a team that can dominate both inside and out.