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August 9, 2026 β’ Target Center, Minneapolis
WNBA PREVIEW β’ August 9, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Dallas Wings (19-14) meets Minnesota Lynx (27-7) at Target Center, Minneapolis.
Dallas Wings
Visiting Side
Record
19-14
Minnesota Lynx
Home Side
Record
27-7
Scoring
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
DAL
|
23 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 90 |
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MIN
|
21 | 26 | 29 | 27 | 103 |
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
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33%
Dallas Wings
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Minnesota Lynx
Projected Score
DAL 89
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MIN 93
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- Minnesota Lynx maintains a stronger scoring margin over opponents.
- Minnesota Lynx shoots at a higher clip from the floor.
Dallas Wings
STAT
Minnesota Lynx
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Minnesota Lynx plays on familiar turf at Target Center, Minneapolis.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Dallas Wings Could Win
Dallas Wings generates 89.1 points per game while shooting 46.2%.
Why Minnesota Lynx Could Win
Minnesota Lynx produces 97.1 points per game on 48.3% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Minnesota Lynx's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Target Center, Minneapolis
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
14,421
Closing Odds
Line: MIN -7.5 | O/U: 178.5
Team Leaders
Team Points
Kayla McBride
43
Team Assists
Olivia Miles
13
Team Points
Paige Bueckers
23
Team Assists
Paige Bueckers
8
Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Dallas Wings (52.6%)
Minnesota Lynx (47.4%)
Total Submissions: 67 circles
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