Two prominent scorers in the WNBA are set to clash on the court, with Arike Ogunbowale (ranking fourth, averaging 21.1 points per game) and A'ja Wilson (fifth spot, with 20.4 points per game) gearing up for action. It takes place as the Dallas Wings (15-13) play host to the Las Vegas Aces (24-3) on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, in an 8:00 PM ET tip-off. The Aces must get back to winning ways after a big defeat to New York Liberty.
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Las Vegas Aces vs Dallas Wings
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College Park Center in Arlington, Texas
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Tuesday, August 8, 2023, 8:00 PM ET
Online Sports Betting will analyze the insights of the two teams and find out where the game might be won and lost.
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See below the outright odds for the 2023 WNBA Championship
WNBA Outright Winner | |||
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Las Vegas Aces | -180 | -190 | -200 |
New York Liberty | +155 | +161 | +175 |
Dallas Wings | +2500 | +2800 | +2800 |
Connecticut Sun | +2800 | +3300 | +2800 |
Washington Mystics | +6600 | +6000 | +6000 |
The New York Liberty delivered a commanding performance against the Las Vegas Aces during their second match of the regular season, with an impressive 99-61 victory at the Barclays Center on Sunday.
Sabrina Ionescu showed her dominance by leading the scoring charts with a remarkable 31 points, 23 of which were secured during the first half. Her performance included a 12-of-19 shooting display (with a 6-of-10 success rate from beyond the arc). Additionally, Ionescu contributed seven assists and secured five rebounds.
The Liberty asserted their dominance on the boards, out-rebounding the Aces by a significant margin of 48-24.
In their initial clash on June 29, Las Vegas had emerged victorious with a score of 98-81 against New York. Notably, the teams are set to square off in the Commissioner’s Cup Final on August 15, followed by two more anticipated encounters in the month of August.
Despite this defeat, the Las Vegas Aces still maintain their position at the top of the WNBA standings, boasting an impressive record of 24-3. The New York Liberty, currently holding the second spot, boast a commendable record of 22-6.
The Aces now have a chance to redeem themselves with victory at the College Park Center in Arlington.
🆙 𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗧
🆚 Dallas
🗓️ Tuesday
⌚️ 5 PM PT
📺 @FOX5Vegas // SSSEN // @CBSSportsNet #ALLINLV // #LetsGoPlaces pic.twitter.com/EMxxskOraR— Las Vegas Aces (@LVAces) August 6, 2023
Las Vegas Aces Insights
In 2023, the Aces have been the premier offensive force in the league, averaging an impressive 93.2 points per game. Their defensive prowess is equally commendable, ranking second by conceding only 79.7 points per game.
On the rebounding front, Las Vegas ranks fourth in the league, hauling in an average of 34.4 rebounds per game. Their ability to limit opponents on the boards is equally noteworthy. They hold the fourth spot by allowing just 34.1 rebounds per game.
In turnovers, the Aces exhibit remarkable control, leading the league in the fewest turnovers committed with 11.3 per game. While their turnover-inducing capability places them sixth in the league at 13.3 forced turnovers per game.
Aces are positioned as the second-most proficient team in 3-pointers made, averaging 9.1 successful shots from beyond the arc per game. Their prowess extends to 3-point shooting percentage as well, topping the league with an impressive 38.1%.
When it comes to defensive strategies against the 3-pointer, the Aces stand strong as the third-best team. They allow only 7.3 3-pointers per game. While their overall 3-point percentage conceded places them at the fifth spot, with opponents shooting at 34%.
Strategically, Las Vegas demonstrates a balanced approach in shot selection, with 35.0% of their attempts originating from beyond the 3-point line and 65.0% from within it. In terms of shot success, 26.9% of their field goals are 3-pointers, while the majority, 73.1%, are 2-pointers.
There is no money line set for the game.
The spread bet can be found at odds of -110 for Las Vegas to win -11. A $110 will return $210
Dallas Wings Insights
This season, the Wings have displayed a defensive performance that concedes an average of 83.5 points per game. This puts them seventh rank in the WNBA. However, their true strength lies in their offensive prowess, as they excel with an impressive average of 86.3 points per contest, the third-best position in the league.
Dallas has truly stood out in the realm of rebounding this season, establishing themselves as the leaders in the WNBA by averaging 39.4 rebounds per game. This dominance extends to their defense, where they are equally unmatched, with only 31.8 rebounds per contest.
Throughout the current season, the Wings have a turnover rate of 13.0 per game, placing them in fifth spot in the WNBA. They've shown their defensive tenacity by forcing an average of 13.6 turnovers per contest. The fifth position in this regard as well.
Despite their strength in several areas, the Wings find themselves ranked ninth in the league in terms of successful three-point shots per game, averaging 6.6. However, their shooting efficiency from beyond the arc leaves room for improvement, with a 30.2% success rate that positions them at the bottom of the league.
Defensively, the Wings have had challenges in defending against the three-pointer. They concede an average of 7.9 three-pointers per game, placing them at the ninth rank. Additionally, opponents have been capitalizing on a 35.0% shooting accuracy from beyond the arc against them, marking the third-worst defensive stat in the WNBA.
Dallas has a balanced shot distribution, attempting 70.4% of their shots as two-pointers and 29.6% from beyond the three-point line. Reflecting this strategy, 79.5% of their successful field goals are two-pointers, with the remaining 20.5% comprising three-pointers.
Prediction
Las Vegas Aces To Beat Dallas Wings
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