Best WNBA bets today: Friday's picks include Lynx vs. Sky play [5/22/2026]

Today’s best WNBA bets for May 22, 2026 are here, with Lynx vs. Sky among the top plays identified by our model across Friday’s WNBA slate.

Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, going over the latest WNBA odds to discover legitimate betting edges. The result? Data-backed plays that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.

List of WNBA best bets tonight [5/22, updated 7:07PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 WNBA bets, ranked by edge for Friday, May 22, 2026.

Sky +2.5 (-104)

• Edge: 14.1%
• Probability: 65.1%
• Matchup: Lynx vs. Sky (1:00PM ET, Saturday)

Our model has identified value on Sky +2.5 at -104 odds. A 65.1% probability produces an edge of 14.1%, making this the strongest play for today's WNBA slate.

Sky ML (+122)

• Edge: 11.1%
• Probability: 56.1%
• Matchup: Lynx vs. Sky (1:00PM ET, Saturday)

Sky ML carries a 11.1% edge and a probability of 56.1% at +122 odds, according to our model.

Fire vs. Tempo over 175.5 points (-105)

• Edge: 11.1%
• Probability: 62.3%
• Matchup: Fire vs. Tempo (6:00PM ET, Saturday)

Fire vs. Tempo over 175.5 points at -105 odds shows a 11.1% edge, supported by a 62.3% probability in simulations.

Wings vs. Dream under 173.5 points (-106)

• Edge: 7.1%
• Probability: 58.6%
• Matchup: Wings vs. Dream (7:30PM ET, Friday)

A 7.1% edge and 58.6% probability make Wings vs. Dream under 173.5 points at a value play in the Wings vs. Dream matchup, per our model.

Fever ML (-197)

• Edge: 6.5%
• Probability: 72.8%
• Matchup: Valkyries vs. Fever (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Fever ML at -197 odds presents a 6.5% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 72.8%.

Tempo ML (-212)

• Edge: 6.0%
• Probability: 74%
• Matchup: Fire vs. Tempo (6:00PM ET, Saturday)

Our model finds value on Tempo to win at -212 odds, supported by an edge of 6.0%.

Valkyries vs. Fever over 167.5 points (-102)

• Edge: 5.3%
• Probability: 55.8%
• Matchup: Valkyries vs. Fever (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Our model has uncovered value on Valkyries vs. Fever over 167.5 points at -102 odds. A 55.8% probability produces a 5.3% edge, making this a strong play for today's WNBA action.

Storm ML (-109)

• Edge: 5.1%
• Probability: 57.3%
• Matchup: Sun vs. Storm (10:00PM ET, Friday)

A 5.1% edge on a 57.3% probability makes Storm to win at -109 odds a solid value play in today's Sun vs. Storm matchup.

Fever -5.5 (+106)

• Edge: 4.3%
• Probability: 52.8%
• Matchup: Valkyries vs. Fever (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Our model projects value on Fever -5.5 at +106 odds. A 52.8% probability produces a 4.3% edge, making Fever the favorable side in Saturday’s matchup.

Sun vs. Storm under 165.5 points (-106)

• Edge: 3.8%
• Probability: 55.3%
• Matchup: Sun vs. Storm (10:00PM ET, Friday)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Sun vs. Storm under 165.5 points at -106 odds shows a 55.3% probability and a 3.8% edge.

WNBA best bets summary: Friday, 5/22/2026

As of 7:07PM ET, here are our top WNBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming WNBA games to bet on [5/22/2026]

• Wings vs. Dream (7:30PM ET, Friday)
• Valkyries vs. Fever (7:30PM ET, Friday)
• Sun vs. Storm (10:00PM ET, Friday)
• Lynx vs. Sky (1:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Fire vs. Tempo (6:00PM ET, Saturday)

Conclusion

Our WNBA best bets are locked and loaded for May 22, 2026, featuring plays such as Sky +2.5 and Sky ML. 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.