Lynx vs. Storm prediction: Minnesota favored to win Monday's WNBA game [7/20/2026]
Get Minnesota Lynx vs Seattle Storm predictions for WNBA Monday.
The Seattle Storm will take on the favored Minnesota Lynx in WNBA action at Climate Pledge Arena on Monday, commencing at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced WNBA model predicts the Lynx as the most likely winner of the Lynx vs. Storm game.
The Storm, who have stars such as Dominique Malonga, Natisha Hiedeman and Flau'jae Johnson, will face off against the Lynx, whose lineup includes Natasha Howard, Kayla McBride and Courtney Williams.
This article offers further insights into Monday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks.
Lynx vs. Storm prediction: Who will win and cover?
Our independent predictive model gives the Lynx a 76.8% chance of defeating the Storm.
According to our model, the Storm (+10.5) have a 59.6% chance of covering the spread, while the 175.5-point over/under has a 73.1% chance of staying under,.
Lynx vs. Storm odds
We have sourced the best WNBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Lynx | Storm |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -10.5 (-116) | +10.5 (-106) |
| Moneyline | -413 | +400 |
| Total | o175.5 (-102) | u175.5 (-102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Lynx vs. Storm picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Storm +10.5 | -106 |
| Moneyline | Storm | +400 |
| Total | Under 175.5 | -102 |
According to our WNBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 175.5 total points.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Lynx vs. Storm player props
WNBA prop bets are an exciting way to wager on the Lynx vs. Storm game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Climate Pledge Arena.
Natasha Howard is expected to lead the Lynx with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists, while Dominique Malonga is projected to have 17 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists for the Storm.
Looking at the opening tip, the numbers point to Olivia Miles striking first with a 13.2% probability.
Check out our WNBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and a deeper look at today's WNBA first basket picks.
Lynx prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Lynx are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natasha Howard | 17 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 38 |
| Kayla McBride | 16 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 31 |
| C. Williams | 15 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 38 |
| Olivia Miles | 15 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 35 |
| Nia Coffey | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 19 |
Storm prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Storm:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. Malonga | 17 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 38 |
| N. Hiedeman | 17 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 32 |
| F. Johnson | 14 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 29 |
| Awa Fam | 12 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 29 |
| Jade Melbourne | 8 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 20 |
Lynx vs. Storm game-day updates and essential details
Monday's game between the Storm and Lynx at Climate Pledge Arena is scheduled to commence at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Minnesota Lynx vs. Seattle Storm
- Date: Monday, July 20, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Climate Pledge Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Lynx, with a 76.8% win probability, will likely beat the Storm in Monday's WNBA matchup.
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Mac Douglass specializes in NFL previews for the NFC South and NFC East, MLB best bets, Formula 1 race previews, and professional tennis insights. Combining predictive simulations and data-driven sports analysis, Mac provides in-depth content to elevate the betting experience for sports fans.
