As the WNBA season heats up, September 29, 2026, brings us two thrilling matchups with playoff implications. The Las Vegas Aces head to Indiana to take on the Indiana Fever, while the Minnesota Lynx are set to face the New York Liberty in New York. Both games are expected to be intense, with our simulations predicting tight finishes.
Las Vegas Aces at Indiana Fever
The Aces, led by the indomitable A'ja Wilson, are looking to assert their dominance as they face the Fever. Wilson is projected to have a monster game with 30.9 points and 14.2 rebounds. However, the Fever, driven by the dynamic duo of Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin Clark, have proven they are no pushovers. Mitchell is expected to contribute 25.2 points, while Clark is set to add 23.4 points and 6.8 assists.
Our GameSim model gives the Fever a slight edge with a 58% chance of victory, predicting a final score of 95.4 to 89.0. Indiana's home-court advantage and Aliyah Boston’s inside presence, adding 17.5 points and 10.2 rebounds, are likely to be critical in this matchup. The Fever will need to execute perfectly to keep Wilson in check and secure the win.
Minnesota Lynx at New York Liberty
Meanwhile, in the Big Apple, the Lynx take on the Liberty in what promises to be a nail-biter. The Lynx, boasting a league-leading 33-12 record, have been consistent all season. With Olivia Miles orchestrating the offense and Napheesa Collier dominating the boards, Minnesota appears poised for another victory. Miles is expected to tally 17.7 points, 5 rebounds, and 5.2 assists, showing her versatility on the court.
The Liberty, despite being underdogs, have the firepower to pull off an upset. Breanna Stewart is anticipated to lead with 18 points and 8.2 rebounds, while Jonquel Jones’s presence in the paint will be crucial with her projected 14.2 points and 10 rebounds. Sabrina Ionescu’s playmaking abilities, paired with Jones’s rebounding, give the Liberty a fighting chance.
Our simulation favors the Lynx slightly, with a 51% win probability and a predicted score of 89.9 to 88.9, indicating a game that could go down to the wire.
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