Fever vs. Tempo prediction: Caitlin Clark projected to score 23 points in Tuesday's WNBA matchup [8/18/2026]

Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's WNBA game between the Fever and Tempo, forming part of our WNBA predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently gives the Fever a 77.5% chance of defeating the Tempo.

According to our model, the Tempo (+9.5) have a 57.5% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 190.5 points has a 58.2% chance of staying under,.

Fever vs. Tempo odds

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

• Spread: Fever -9.5 (-117) / Tempo +9.5 (+113)
• Moneyline: Fever -455, Tempo +426

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

Fever vs. Tempo 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:

• Spread: Tempo +9.5 @ +113 via DraftKings
• Moneyline: Tempo @ +426 via Novig
• Total: Under 190.5 @ -108 via BetRivers

According to our WNBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Tempo +9.5 at the spread.

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

Fever vs. Tempo player props

WNBA player props are a popular way to wager on Tuesday's Indiana vs. Toronto matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Scotiabank Arena.

Kelsey Mitchell is expected to lead the Fever with 26 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists, while Marina Mabrey is projected to have 20 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists for the Tempo.

When evaluating the first basket market, Kelsey Mitchell is our top projected player to score first, backed by a 15.5% 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.

Fever prediction

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

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM	DFS
Kelsey Mitchell	26	2	3	3	38
Caitlin Clark	23	4	10	3	51
Aliyah Boston	19	10	4	1	44
S. Cunningham	10	3	1	2	18
Makayla Timpson	8	7	1	0	23

Tempo prediction

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

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM	DFS
Marina Mabrey	20	4	4	3	36
I. Harrison	15	7	3	1	34
Brittney Sykes	14	3	3	1	24
Laura Juskaite	12	5	2	1	28
Aneesah Morrow	10	9	2	1	27

Fever vs. Tempo game-day updates and essential details

Tuesday's matchup between the Tempo and Fever at Scotiabank Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.

• Who: Indiana Fever vs. Toronto Tempo
• Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
• Venue: Scotiabank Arena

Conclusion

We predict the Fever, with a 77.5% win probability, will likely beat the Tempo in Tuesday's WNBA matchup.

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