The cavalry is not coming to save the Dallas Wings.
Their opponents tonight, the Phoenix Mercury, will welcome Alyssa Thomas back to the lineup after a four-game absence. The Mercury were 2-2 without her and will look to get back on track before welcoming Kahleah Copper into the fold in the near future. Unfortunately for the Wings, no injured players are returning to save them. They’ve fallen to 1-9 and are quickly spiraling towards another non-competitive season.
Paige Bueckers is adjusting well despite Dallas’ struggles. The No. 1 pick averages 14.7 points, 4.5 rebounds, 6.7 assists, 2.0 steals, and 1.0 blocks per game. It’s an impressive adjustment to a physical and demanding league. Coexistence with Arike Ogunbowale remains tough, but she is the future of this franchise. The onus is not on Bueckers to adapt. Bueckers is the least of their problems
The Mercury are seven-point favorites at home and are -278 on the moneyline on DraftKings Sportsbook. The total is set at 167 points. Let’s look at the best Bueckers prop bets for this contest.
Best Paige Bueckers Prop Bets
Paige Bueckers 26+ Points + Rebounds + Assists
This Mercury defense is no joke. Alyssa Thomas is one of the best all-around defenders in the game. Satou Sabally has taken a major leap there. The role players are excellent at controlling the paint and not allowing easy shots.
Fortunately for Bueckers, she doesn’t need easy shots to get hers. The shooting and dribbling skills will open plenty of chances for her to get going offensively. On top of that, her passing talent will find gaps as Phoenix tries to contain her. It should be a loud return after a concussion/illness combo kept her out for the past four games. Dallas has been far more competitive with Bueckers in the lineup. If she has the full green light, there will be a lot of touches available for her tonight.
