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August 12, 2026 β’ Moda Center, Portland
WNBA PREVIEW β’ August 12, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Minnesota Lynx (28-7) meets Portland Fire (13-20) at Moda Center, Portland.
Minnesota Lynx
Visiting Side
Record
28-7
Portland Fire
Home Side
Record
13-20
Scoring
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
MIN
|
26 | 31 | 11 | 17 | 85 |
|
POR
|
23 | 10 | 18 | 30 | 81 |
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
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Minnesota Lynx
VS
35%
Portland Fire
Projected Score
MIN 93
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POR 87
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- Minnesota Lynx boasts a superior average point differential.
- Minnesota Lynx controls the glass more effectively.
- Minnesota Lynx operates with higher offensive efficiency.
Minnesota Lynx
STAT
Portland Fire
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Portland Fire plays on familiar turf at Moda Center, Portland.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Minnesota Lynx Could Win
Minnesota Lynx generates 96.2 points per game while shooting 48.4%.
Why Portland Fire Could Win
Portland Fire produces 90.0 points per game on 45.3% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Minnesota Lynx's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Moda Center, Portland
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
13,270
Closing Odds
Line: MIN -12.5 | O/U: 186.5
Team Leaders
Team Points
Bridget Carleton
16
Team Assists
Teja Oblak
9
Team Points
Napheesa Collier
20
Team Assists
Olivia Miles
7
Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Minnesota Lynx (56.3%)
Portland Fire (43.8%)
Total Submissions: 57 circles
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