WNBA first basket predictions for Monday include Tina Charles, Brionna Jones [9/8/2025]

Our WNBA first basket predictions for Monday, September 8, 2025, are live—with Tina Charles of the Sun the most likely player to score the first basket based on the latest Dimers Pro simulation data.

Monday's first basket predictions come straight from our WNBA first basket odds and player projections, which highlight not only first basket chances, but also projected points, rebounds, assists and more for every player on today's basketball slate.

Who will score the first basket tonight? [September 8, 2025]

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely WNBA player to score the first basket in Monday's clash is Tina Charles, with a probability of 18.1%.

Following Charles closely are Brionna Jones at 14.4% and Rhyne Howard at 11.9%.

Marina Mabrey and Saniya Rivers are among those in the top 10, with the full list of first basket projections for Monday available once you sign up to Dimers Pro.

Already a Dimers Pro member? Head to today’s WNBA player projections and scroll across to the “FB” column to see every player’s probability of scoring the first basket.

Best WNBA first basket picks [9/8/2025]

Having simulated the result of today's WNBA matchups 10K times each, our independent predictive analytics model has found the best WNBA first basket betting pick for Monday.

Saniya Rivers first basket scorer

• Odds: +1200
• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 9.8%
• Matchup: Sun vs. Dream (7:30PM ET)

Our model has identified the best WNBA first basket bet for Monday's WNBA slate in the game between the Sun and Dream. The bet is on Saniya Rivers (CONN) at odds of +1200 with FanDuel Sportsbook, with an edge of 2.1% according to our analysis.

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WNBA schedule for today [9/8/2025]

• Sun vs. Dream (7:30PM ET, Monday)

Conclusion

For September 8, 2025, our WNBA first basket predictions highlight standout players including Tina Charles, Brionna Jones and Rhyne Howard—all of whom are among the top projected chances to open the scoring in today’s games. But when it comes to betting value, it’s Saniya Rivers who emerges as the top play, showing a calculated 2.1% edge at +1200 odds.

These projections are built from 10,000 game simulations, giving you a reliable basis for smarter prop betting. Always wager with care—help is available at 1-800-GAMBLER if you or someone close to you needs support.

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