Storm vs Wings Picks and Prediction – 9/13/2024

In an intriguing WNBA contest, the Seattle Storm travel to the College Park Center to take on the Dallas Wings. Both teams are looking to gain momentum as the regular season nears its conclusion, with the Storm eyeing a strong playoff push and the Wings aiming to finish the season on a high note. Get in on all the action with our free WNBA picks.

The Dallas Wings (9-28) have had a disappointing season and are looking to finish it off. Arike Ogunbowale has been the focal point of their offense, averaging 22.6 points per game, making her one of the league’s top scorers. Her ability to score in bunches, combined with her shooting range, poses a constant threat to any defense. Alongside Ogunbowale, Satou Sabally has been a force in the paint, contributing both offensively (17 points per game) and defensively (1.4 steals per game). Sabally’s versatility has been crucial for the Wings, as she is also a strong rebounder, currently averaging 6.4 boards per game. Dallas will look to dominate the glass and push the tempo against a strong Storm team.

The Seattle Storm (22-14) are one of the surprise teams this season, and possess a dangerous weapons in Jewell Loyd, who is a fantastic scorer, averaging 19.8 points per game. Loyd’s ability to score from anywhere on the court has kept Seattle competitive, and the team's clutch scoring has lead to many wins above their preseason expectation. Ezi Magbegor has been solid as well, averaging 12 points and 8 rebounds per game.

Dallas is a defeated team, at the bottom of the league. The Wings have underperformed all season, and on top of this, are playing the second game of a back-to-back, and their third game in four days. All signs point to a smash spot for a good Storm team. Prediction: Seattle wins 89-75.