Illinois sportsbooks narrowly missed the total for Game 1 of the WNBA playoff series featuring the Chicago Sky and Phoenix Mercury. As Game 2 of the WNBA Finals is scheduled for 8 PM tonight on ESPN, these sportsbooks are setting their sights higher.
If you’re not planning on placing a total bet on the game, a few Illinois sports betting apps have special offers that may interest you. It’s important to keep some key information in mind no matter how you choose to wager.
possibilities for Game 2 of the WNBA Finals at IL Sportsbooks
Most Illinois sportsbooks are still using the WNBA spreads from Game 1 of the series, where Chicago won 91-77, but they have slightly raised the total. The over range saw a slight increase on Sunday, resulting in minimal profits.
| Sportsbook | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| BetRivers Sportsbook | Chicago + 4 – 114 – 4 – 109 Phoenix |
over 168.5-112 Under 168.5 – 112 |
140 Chicago + Nova – 175 |
| William Hill Sportsbook’s Casino | Chicago + 4 – 115 Phoenix( 4 – 115 ) |
Between 168.5 and 115 Between 168.5 and 115 |
150 + Chicago – 180 Phoenix |
| DraftKings Sportsbook | Chicago + 3. 5 – 105 Nova: 3. 5 – 115 |
More than 167.5 – 120 fewer than 167.5 + 100 |
+ 145 Chicago Phoenix – 165. |
| FanDuel Sportsbook | Chicago + 3. 5 – 106 Phoenix – 3. 5 – 114 |
Between 168.5 and 110 Between 168.5 and 110 |
+ 142 Chicago Phoenix – 176. |
| PointsBet Sportsbook | Chicago + 4 – 115 Phoenix – 4 – 105. |
165. 5 – 105 Between 168.5 and 115 |
+ 145 Chicago Phoenix 171. |
The WNBA lines are set at the precise average of the numbers from the three regular-season matchups between these teams. The over bet has been successful in the majority of the playoff games between these two groups.
The Sky’s victory has shifted the series’ home court advantage in their favor, leading to significant changes in IL Sportsbooks’ full series lines. PointsBet Sportsbook now lists Chicago as the favorite at -250.
The Sky has only failed to cover in the playoffs once, which was in Game 2 of the final set against the Connecticut Sun in Uncasville. Will Phoenix have a similar result tonight?
Cunningham is likely to sing, giving Mercury more time to rest.
Sophie Cunningham, the Mercury’s guard, might be able to play in Game 2. Phoenix struggled with depth on Sunday when both Cunningham and fellow backcourt player Kia Nurse were unavailable.
Nurse will not be playing in the evening game. However, in Game 2, the Mercury will have had two days of rest. Phoenix returned to the court in Game 1 less than 36 hours after their initial match against the Las Vegas Aces.
The Mercury knows they are facing a tough challenge as no WNBA team has ever come back from a 0-2 deficit in the championship game. The thought of having to beat Chicago three times in a row, including two games at Wintrust Arena, is daunting.
When it comes to daunting challenges, some Wednesday game specials offer just that. But by collaborating effectively, players have the chance to win big payouts.
Casinos at William Hill and BetRivers offer chances increases.
BetRivers Sportsbook is offering a special deal for Wednesday night’s competition at the Footprint Center. The casino is giving +230 odds on the Sky to win the first half and score over 82.5 points.
You have the option to bet on Phoenix to win with shorter odds of +110, along with a bet on Brittney Griner and Diana Taurasi scoring over 35.5 points combined. Caesars at William Hill is offering a special +650 boost for those who want to bet on both Chicago teams, the Blackhawks and the Sky, winning their games tonight.
Chicago is just two wins away from securing their second WNBA Championship. According to the sportsbooks, they will need to play a minimum of four games to reach this goal.
