Dream vs. Lynx prediction: Why Atlanta is favored to win Wednesday's WNBA matchup [5/27/2026]

The Minnesota Lynx will square off with the Atlanta Dream in WNBA action at Target Center on Wednesday, starting at 9:00 PM ET.

Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced WNBA model predicts the Dream as the most likely winner of the Dream vs. Lynx game.

The Lynx, who have the likes of Kayla McBride, Natasha Howard and Courtney Williams, are set to take on the Dream, whose lineup includes Allisha Gray, Rhyne Howard and Angel Reese.

This article offers an expanded analysis of Wednesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks.

Dream vs. Lynx prediction: Who will win and cover?

Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's WNBA matchup between the Dream and Lynx, forming part of our WNBA predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives the Dream a 73% chance of defeating the Lynx.

According to our model, the Dream (-3.5) have a 62% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 165.5 points has a 55% chance of going over.

Dream vs. Lynx odds

We have researched the best WNBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Dream	Lynx
Spread	-3.5 (-102)	+3.5 (-118)
Moneyline	-148	+125
Total	o165.5 (-115)	u165.5 (-105)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Dream vs. Lynx picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

Bet Type	Pick	Bet Now
Spread	Dream -3.5	-102
Moneyline	Dream	-148
Total	Over 165.5	-115

According to our WNBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Dream to win.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.

Dream vs. Lynx player props

WNBA player props are a common way to wager on Wednesday's Dream vs. Lynx matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Target Center.

Allisha Gray is expected to lead the Dream with 18 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists, while Kayla McBride is projected to have 14 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists for the Lynx.

Check out our WNBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's WNBA first basket picks.

Dream prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Dream are:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM	DFS
Allisha Gray	18	5	3	2	33
Rhyne Howard	17	4	4	3	34
Angel Reese	13	13	3	0	40
Jordin Canada	11	3	6	1	29
Naz Hillmon	9	7	3	1	26

Lynx prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Lynx:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM	DFS
Kayla McBride	14	3	3	2	26
Natasha Howard	14	8	2	0	33
C. Williams	13	5	6	1	33
Olivia Miles	12	4	4	1	28
Nia Coffey	8	6	2	1	23

Dream vs. Lynx game-day updates and essential details

Wednesday's game between the Lynx and Dream at Target Center is scheduled to start at 9:00 PM ET.

• Who: Atlanta Dream vs. Minnesota Lynx
• Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
• Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
• Venue: Target Center

Conclusion

We predict the Dream, with a 73% win probability, will likely beat the Lynx in Wednesday's WNBA matchup.

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