Best bets today for all sports: Saturday's picks include Aces vs. Sky WNBA play [8/1/2026]
Get the best bets for Saturday, August 1, 2026.

Today’s best sports bets for August 1, 2026 are here, with Aces vs. Sky and Liberty vs. Mercury in the WNBA among the top plays identified by our model across Saturday’s action.
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List of best bets for today [8/1, updated 5:40AM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 best bets, ranked by edge for Saturday, August 1, 2026.
WNBA: Aces vs. Sky Under 183.5 points (+100)
- Edge: 21.2%
- Probability: 71.2%
- WNBA matchup: Aces vs. Sky (1:00PM ET)
Our model has identified value on Under 183.5 points in Aces vs. Sky at +100 odds. A 71.2% probability produces an edge of 21.2%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.
WNBA: Liberty vs. Mercury Under 177.5 points (-108)
- Edge: 11.4%
- Probability: 63.3%
- WNBA matchup: Liberty vs. Mercury (3:00PM ET)
Liberty vs. Mercury under 177.5 points carries a 11.4% edge and a probability of 63.3% at -108 odds, according to our model.
WNBA: Liberty ML (-138)
- Edge: 9.9%
- Probability: 67.9%
- WNBA Matchup: Liberty vs. Mercury (3:00PM ET)
Liberty ML at -138 odds shows a 9.9% edge, supported by a 67.9% probability in simulations.
Liga MX: Club Leon ML (+200)
- Edge: 8.1%
- Probability: 41.4%
- Liga MX Matchup: Pachuca vs. Club Leon (9:00PM ET)
An 8.1% edge and 41.4% probability makes Club Leon at the moneyline a value play in the Pachuca vs. Club Leon matchup, per our model.
WNBA: Liberty -2.5 (-108)
- Edge: 6.1%
- Probability: 58.1%
- WNBA Matchup: Liberty vs. Mercury (3:00PM ET)
Liberty -2.5 at -108 odds presents a 6.1% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 58.1%.
MLB: Yankees vs. Cubs Over 6.5 runs (+100)
- Edge: 5.9%
- Probability: 55.9%
- MLB Matchup: Yankees vs. Cubs (7:15PM ET)
Our model finds value on Over 6.5 runs in Yankees vs. Cubs at +100 odds, supported by an edge of 5.9%.
MLB: Diamondbacks vs. Guardians Over 8.5 runs (+104)
- Edge: 5.4%
- Probability: 54.5%
- MLB Matchup: Diamondbacks vs. Guardians (7:15PM ET)
Our model has uncovered value on Diamondbacks vs. Guardians Over 8.5 runs at +104 odds. A 54.5% probability produces a 5.4% edge, making this a strong play for today's MLB action.
MLB: Phillies vs. Orioles Over 8.5 runs (+108)
- Edge: 4.9%
- Probability: 53%
- MLB Matchup: Phillies vs. Orioles (7:05PM ET)
A 4.9% edge on a 53% probability makes Over 8.5 runs at +108 odds a solid value play in today's Phillies vs. Orioles matchup.
MLB: Pirates vs. RedsOver 8.5 runs (+106)
- Edge: 4.7%
- Probability: 53.3%
- MLB Matchup: Pirates vs. Reds (6:40PM ET)
Our model projects value on Over 8.5 runs at +106 odds. A 53.3% probability produces a 4.7% edge, making the Over the favorable side in today's MLB matchup.
MLB: Tigers vs. Athletics Under 10.5 runs (+108)
- Edge: 4.4%
- Probability: 52.4%
- MLB Matchup: Tigers vs. Athletics (9:40PM ET)
Rounding out our top 10 bets, Tigers vs. Athletics Under 10.5 runs at +108 odds shows a 52.4% probability and a 4.4% edge.
Best sports bets today summary: Saturday, 8/1/2026
As of 5:40AM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aces vs. Sky (WNBA) | Under 183.5 points | +100 @ Polymarket | 21.2% | 71.2% |
| Liberty vs. Mercury (WNBA) | Under 177.5 points | -108 @ BetRivers | 11.4% | 63.3% |
| Liberty vs. Mercury (WNBA) | Liberty ML | -138 @ Polymarket | 9.9% | 67.9% |
| Pachuca vs. Club Leon (Liga MX) | Club Leon ML | +200 @ BetRivers | 8.1% | 41.4% |
| Liberty vs. Mercury (WNBA) | Liberty -2.5 | -108 @ Polymarket | 6.1% | 58.1% |
| Yankees vs. Cubs (MLB) | Over 6.5 Runs | +100 @ FanDuel | 5.9% | 55.9% |
| Diamondbacks vs. Guardians (MLB) | Over 8.5 Runs | +104 @ Polymarket | 5.4% | 54.5% |
| Phillies vs. Orioles (MLB) | Over 8.5 Runs | +108 @ Polymarket | 4.9% | 53% |
| Pirates vs. Reds (MLB) | Over 8.5 Runs | +106 @ Novig | 4.7% | 53.3% |
| Tigers vs. Athletics (MLB) | Under 10.5 Runs | +108 @ Polymarket | 4.4% | 52.4% |
List of upcoming sports to bet on right now [8/1/2026]
- AFL: Lions vs. Blues (5:40AM ET, Saturday)
- WNBA: Aces vs. Sky (1:00PM ET, Saturday)
- WNBA: Liberty vs. Mercury (3:00PM ET, Saturday)
- MLB: Cardinals vs. Blue Jays (3:07PM ET, Saturday)
- Tennis: Alexandra Eala vs. Naomi Osaka (3:10PM ET, Saturday)
- Tennis: Renata Zarazua vs. Darja Vidmanova (4:00PM ET, Saturday)
- MLB: Twins vs. Mariners (4:10PM ET, Saturday)
- MLB: White Sox vs. Rays (4:10PM ET, Saturday)
- MLB: Marlins vs. Mets (4:10PM ET, Saturday)
- Tennis: Taylor Fritz vs. Brandon Nakashima (6:30PM ET, Saturday)
Conclusion
Our best bets are locked and loaded for August 1, 2026, featuring plays such as under 183.5 points in the Aces vs. Sky matchup and under 177.5 points in the Liberty vs. Mercury matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
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All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.
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