Chicago Sky vs Minnesota Lynx Prediction, Picks & Odds | 17 May 2026

WNBA Betting Preview: Chicago Sky vs Minnesota Lynx

The Chicago Sky go up against the Minnesota Lynx at Target Center, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 on Sunday, May 17.

We’re not sure that the Sky and the Lynx will reach a certain points threshold. Our prediction is to take the -106 that there are Under 170.5 points.

Chicago Sky were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road at Mortgage Matchup Center. Phoenix Mercury claimed a 91-83 win.

Minnesota Lynx won last time out by a 90-86 scoreline. It was on the road against Dallas Wings at College Park Center.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Lynx have won the last two meetings against the Sky. They triumphed 91-78 at Wintrust Arena and then 91-68 at Target Center. The past 10 games between the teams have seen the Lynx win seven times.

WNBA	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
4  Sky	2	1	250	237	13	0-0	2-1	1L
6  Lynx	2	1	268	261	7	0-1	2-0	2W

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Chicago Sky vs Minnesota Lynx Prediction & Picks

Step into Chicago Sky vs Minnesota Lynx with confidence as we bring you our expert match prediction, projected scoreline, best player prop picks and a custom-built bet builder.

Game Prediction

The Unders looks the way to go for this WNBA contest. The line looks too high at 170.5 and odds of -106 could favor bettors who go below that total.

We put solid research behind every basketball prediction, starting with recent form and a clear read on injuries. From there, key WNBA stats and advanced metrics help complete the picture and support smarter betting decisions.

Key Sky vs Lynx stats:

• The 170.5 line hasn’t been covered in 13 of the last 20 Sky games.
• The 170.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Sky games.
• The 170.5 line hasn’t been covered in 12 of the last 20 Lynx games at home.
• The 170.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 7 games between these teams.

Under 170.5 Probability

According to the top basketball betting sites, there’s a 51.5% likelihood of our pick landing a return. However, we have this number closer to 60% based on our in-depth research. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

If you’re wanting to go Under a certain points total but fancy bigger odds, the Match Result & Total lines could be a good option. You need the two combinations to work in your favor.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Rickea Jackson Under 5.5 Rebounds -167

Rickea Jackson (Sky) can be backed to register Under 5.5 rebounds at -167. We think she might fall short of the mark when it comes to this Player Rebounds bet.

Latest Rickea Jackson Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 17.5

-130

Under 17.5

-100

Rebounds

Over 5.5

+128

Under 5.5

-167

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Olivia Miles Over 15.5 Points -122

Olivia Miles (Lynx) can be backed to rack up Over 15.5 points at -122. It makes sense to bet on her to cover the line when it comes to this Player Points wager.

Latest Olivia Miles Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 15.5

-122

Under 15.5

-106

Assists

Over 6.5

-139

Under 6.5

+107

Rebounds

Over 4.5

-108

Under 4.5

-120

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Correct Score Prediction

Sky 78 - 86 Lynx

The Lynx will be chasing down a victory and a winning scoreline of 86-78 might be along the right lines. There are enormous odds available about this bet.

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Chicago Sky vs Minnesota Lynx Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

The sportsbooks have Minnesota Lynx at -227 when it comes to the Moneyline betting, implying the favorites are 69% likely to win this game according to the latest odds. For those wanting to back Chicago Sky, you will find +180 about the underdogs.

The spread currently stands at 5.5 and the total points line is 170.5. A Total bet relates to the number of points that will be scored overall. If you’re going for Under 170.5, this outcome can be backed at -114.

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Moneyline

Sky

+180

Lynx

-227

Point Spread

Sky +5.5

-110

Lynx -5.5

-110

Total Points

Under 170.5

-114

Over 170.5

-106

In terms of scoring most points, favorite Rickea Jackson is available at -130 to rack up Over 17.5 points. If you want to go Under, then -100 is available.

Rickea Jackson (Sky)

Over 17.5

-130

Under 17.5

-100

Skylar Diggins-Smith (Sky)

Over 15.5

-127

Under 15.5

-102

Olivia Miles (Lynx)

Over 15.5

-122

Under 15.5

-106

Kayla McBride (Lynx)

Over 15.5

-118

Under 15.5

-110

Courtney Williams (Lynx)

Over 15.5

+102

Under 15.5

-132

Natasha Howard (Lynx)

Over 14.5

-110

Under 14.5

-118

Kamilla Cardoso (Sky)

Over 13.5

-103

Under 13.5

-125

Nia Coffey (Lynx)

Over 8.5

-130

Under 8.5

+101

Skylar Diggins-Smith (Sky)

Over 6.5

+110

Under 6.5

-143

Olivia Miles (Lynx)

Over 6.5

-139

Under 6.5

+107

Courtney Williams (Lynx)

Over 4.5

-115

Under 4.5

-112

Kamilla Cardoso (Sky)

Over 9.5

-122

Under 9.5

-106

Natasha Howard (Lynx)

Over 7.5

+118

Under 7.5

-154

Nia Coffey (Lynx)

Over 6.5

+102

Under 6.5

-132

Rickea Jackson (Sky)

Over 5.5

+128

Under 5.5

-167

Olivia Miles (Lynx)

Over 4.5

-108

Under 4.5

-120

Courtney Williams (Lynx)

Over 4.5

-161

Under 4.5

+123

Skylar Diggins-Smith (Sky)

Over 2.5

+120

Under 2.5

-156

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Chicago Sky Stats

Minnesota Lynx Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
• +5.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
• -5.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 159.90 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 157.90 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 170.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 170.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 77.60 pts and allowed 82.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 75.50 pts and allowed 82.40 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 162.60 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 164.40 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 170.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 170.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 83.80 pts and allowed 78.80 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 86.60 pts and allowed 77.80 pts in the last 10 home games

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WNBA Table Select Season 202620252024202320222021202020192018

Team	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
1  Dream	2	0	168	162	6	0-0	2-0	2W
2  Liberty	3	1	400	348	52	1-0	2-1	1W
3  Aces	3	1	370	340	30	0-1	3-0	3W
4  Sky	2	1	250	237	13	0-0	2-1	1L
5  Valkyries	2	1	249	228	21	1-1	1-0	1L
6  Lynx	2	1	268	261	7	0-1	2-0	2W
7  Mystics	2	1	265	265	0	0-1	2-0	1W
8  Mercury	2	2	353	332	21	1-1	1-1	1W
9  Wings	1	2	265	271	-6	0-2	1-0	2L
10  Fever	1	2	293	289	4	0-2	1-0	1L
11  Sparks	1	2	255	287	-32	1-2	0-0	1W
12  Tempo	1	2	246	240	6	1-1	0-1	1L
13  Storm	1	2	242	259	-17	0-1	1-1	1L
14  Fire	1	2	263	294	-31	1-2	0-0	1L
15  Sun	0	4	320	394	-74	0-3	0-1	4L

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