WNBA champs, Rookie of the Year and everything in between: One bet to make on every team
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Key Points:
- The 2026 WNBA season features 15 teams with the additions of Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo, following last year's inclusion of the Golden State Valkyries, leading to more games and betting opportunities.
- Key player and team betting picks include Angel Reese for Defensive Player of the Year (Atlanta Dream), Chicago Sky projected to exceed 19.5 wins, and Caitlin Clark to score over 18.5 PPG for Indiana Fever.
- The New York Liberty are favored to surpass 32.5 wins, bolstered by the addition of Satou Sabally, while the Toronto Tempo's Kiki Rice is a strong contender for Rookie of the Year.
- In the Western Conference, the Las Vegas Aces are favored to win the championship, with standout players like A'ja Wilson leading a dominant core, and the Golden State Valkyries expected to exceed 22.5 wins.
- Expansion teams Portland Fire and Seattle Storm are highlighted for potential success with Portland projected to exceed 9.5 wins and Dominique Malonga of Seattle a candidate for Most Improved Player.
