Want in? Choose your Dimers Pro plan now → 
Aug 13, 2025
WNBA Player Props Today: Wednesday's Top Plays Include Kamilla Cardoso [8/13/2025]
Read Article WNBA first basket predictions for Wednesday include Kamilla Cardoso, Paige Bueckers [7/9/2025]
Updated: | First published:
Written by Damien Souness, Chief Innovation Officer
Our expert analysis on Wednesday's WNBA first basket market.
This Wednesday, July 9th, another big day of WNBA action is on the menu, with the Wings facing the Sky at 8:00PM ET.
After assessing Wednesday's WNBA simulations early this morning (see Dimers Pro for full access), our data analysts have announced their best first basket bet of the day.
Bet smarter with Pro: Use 20BASKETBALL for 20% off Additionally, this article reveals the WNBA players our predictive analytics model has identified as having the highest probability of scoring the first basket in Wednesday's lone game.
Let's dive into today's WNBA first basket news and updates.
WNBA Players to Watch Today
Based on the most recent injury reports, Wednesday's WNBA slate is expected to showcase big names such as Kamilla Cardoso, Paige Bueckers and JJ Quinerly, each with a high chance of scoring first when they take to the court.
Who Will Score the First Basket Tonight? [WNBA Cheat Sheet for July 9, 2025]
According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely WNBA player to score the first basket in Wednesday's clash is Kamilla Cardoso, with a probability of 14.6%.
Thanks to simulating Wednesday's WNBA game 10,000 times, Dimers has determined the list of players most likely to score the first basket.
| Player (Team) | First Basket Probability |
|---|---|
| Kamilla Cardoso (Sky) | 14.6% |
| Paige Bueckers (Wings) | 14.4% |
| JJ Quinerly (Wings) | 11.8% |
| Aziaha James (Wings) | 10.5% |
| Angel Reese (Sky) | 9.9% |
| Ariel Atkins (Sky) | 9.8% |
| Rachel Banham (Sky) | 8.0% |
| Luisa Geiselsoder (Wings) | 7.7% |
| Li Yueru (Wings) | 5.6% |
Following Cardoso closely, the players with the next highest likelihood of cashing your first basket bets are Paige Bueckers at 14.4% and JJ Quinerly at 11.8%.
Dimers Pro Pick of the Day: WNBA First Basket [7/9/2025]
After simulating the result of today's WNBA matchups thousands of times each, our predictive model has generated the best WNBA first basket betting pick for Wednesday.
For full access to our comprehensive analysis and top picks, subscribe to Dimers Pro.
Rachel Banham To Score First Basket
- Odds: +1800
- Edge: 2.7%
- Probability: 8%
- Game: Wings vs. Sky (8:00PM ET)
Our model has identified the best WNBA first basket bet for Wednesday's WNBA slate in the game between the Wings and Sky. The bet is on Rachel Banham (CHI) at odds of +1800 with FanDuel Sportsbook, with an edge of 2.7% according to our analysis.
Closer Look at Today's First Basket Props
WNBA first basket props have become one of the more popular betting options for basketball bettors. By using Wednesday's data-driven WNBA predictions, you can gain an advantage over everyone else.
For today's full list of WNBA prop picks, join Dimers Pro. We give you the tools and information to succeed with hundreds of data-driven bets across thousands of games. Sign up now to join the community!
WNBA News, Schedule Alerts and Updated Odds
- Read the latest news alerts from the official WNBA feed
- Check updated WNBA odds
- Find broadcasting and streaming options for today's WNBA games
WNBA Schedule for Today [7/9/2025]
- Wings vs. Sky (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)
Today's WNBA First Basket Picks: July 9, 2025
This WNBA first basket article has been partially generated using automated processes and AI technology. Our goal is to provide timely and accurate updates on WNBA first basket picks for July 9, 2025. Automation assists in data collection, analysis, and formatting, while human editing and quality control ensure the content meets our editorial standards.
All of Dimers' WNBA first basket predictions for Wednesday, July 9, are generated after thousands of data-driven game simulations, providing reliable and accurate WNBA predictions to help you make informed decisions.
If you plan to use today's WNBA first basket predictions for sports betting, it's crucial that you gamble responsibly and manage your finances effectively. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER.
Note: Clicking links to our sportsbook partners may earn us a referral fee.
Learn about how we review products and services.
Understanding Betting Edge
The "edge" at Dimers is when we think the probability of an event occurring is more likely than the best odds available. Essentially, it means that Dimers believes a bet has a better chance of winning than the sportsbooks do. That's why the higher the edge, the better.
Although it does not guarantee a win, taking picks with a higher betting edge can increase your chances of being profitable in the long run. This is an essential aspect of a successful sports betting strategy.
More on WNBA
This article is part of our WNBA player props and WNBA best bets series.
For more WNBA betting content, we have WNBA trends for every game, as well as daily WNBA betting news and the latest WNBA title odds and predictions.
Damien Souness leverages over 15 years of experience to create engaging content focused on sports, online gaming and wagering. As Chief Innovation Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, the parent company of Dimers, he offers strategic insights and innovative solutions to enhance the player experience.
Advertiser disclosure
