Mercury vs. Lynx prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Game 2 [2025 WNBA Playoffs]

The Minnesota Lynx will square off with the Phoenix Mercury in WNBA action at Target Center on Tuesday, starting at 7:30PM ET.

Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven WNBA model projects the Lynx as the most likely winner of Game 2.

The Lynx, who have the likes of Napheesa Collier, Kayla McBride and Courtney Williams, will face off against the Mercury, whose lineup includes Kahleah Copper, Satou Sabally and Alyssa Thomas.

For expanded analysis of Tuesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Mercury vs. Lynx predictions page.

Lynx vs. Mercury prediction: Who will win Game 2?

Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's WNBA game between the Mercury and Lynx 10,000 times as part of our WNBA predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model gives the Lynx a 64% chance of beating the Mercury in Game 2 of the series.

According to our model, the Mercury (+7.5) have a 64% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 159.5 points has a 57% chance of going over.

Mercury vs. Lynx Game 2 odds

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

Bet Type	Mercury	Lynx
Spread	+7.5 (-110)	-7.5 (-105)
Moneyline	+260	-300
Total	o159.5 (-110)	u159.5 (-108)

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

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Mercury vs. Lynx picks and best bets for Game 2

Our model's biggest edge in today's Mercury vs. Lynx matchup is on the total.

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Mercury vs. Lynx Game 2 player props

WNBA prop bets are a popular way to wager on Tuesday's Mercury vs. Lynx game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Target Center.

Kahleah Copper is expected to lead the Mercury in scoring, while Napheesa Collier is projected to be the top scorer for the Lynx.

Dimers Pro users can access a full range of player props and projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every WNBA game this season.

Mercury vs. Lynx Game 2 updates and essential details

Tuesday's Game 2 between the Lynx and Mercury at Target Center is scheduled to commence at 7:30PM ET.

• Who: Phoenix Mercury vs. Minnesota Lynx
• Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2025
• Time: 7:30PM ET/4:30PM PT
• Venue: Target Center

Dimers' comprehensive preview of Tuesday's Mercury vs. Lynx matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

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Conclusion

We predict the Lynx, with a 64% win probability, will likely beat the Mercury on Tuesday.

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