WNBA first basket predictions for Friday include Breanna Stewart, Alyssa Thomas [9/19/2025]

Our WNBA first basket predictions for Friday, September 19, 2025, have landed—with Breanna Stewart of the Liberty the most likely player to score the first basket according to the latest Dimers Pro simulation data.

Friday'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 19, 2025]

Player (Team)	FB Probability
Breanna Stewart (Liberty)	12.9%
Kahleah Copper (Mercury)	12.7%
Alyssa Thomas (Mercury)	11.4%
Jonquel Jones (Liberty)	🔒
Natasha Cloud (Liberty)	🔒
Sabrina Ionescu (Liberty)	🔒
Satou Sabally (Mercury)	🔒
DeWanna Bonner (Mercury)	🔒
Monique Akoa-Makani (Mercury)	🔒
Leonie Fiebich (Liberty)	🔒

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely WNBA player to score the first basket tonight is Breanna Stewart, with a probability of 12.9%.

Following Stewart closely are Kahleah Copper at 12.7% and Alyssa Thomas at 11.4%.

Jonquel Jones and Natasha Cloud are among those in the top 10, with the full list of first basket projections for Friday 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 [9/19/2025]

Having simulated the outcome of today's WNBA Playoffs action thousands of times, our predictive model has discovered the best WNBA first basket betting pick for Friday.

Natasha Cloud first basket scorer

• Odds: +1700
• Edge: 4.9%
• Probability: 10.5%
• Game: Liberty vs. Mercury (9:00PM ET)

Our model has identified the best WNBA first basket bet for Friday, which is in the game between the Liberty and Mercury. The bet is on Natasha Cloud (NY) at odds of +1700 with FanDuel Sportsbook, with an edge of 4.9% according to our analysis.

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WNBA Playoffs schedule for today [9/19/2025]

• Liberty vs. Mercury (9:00PM ET, Friday)

Conclusion

For September 19, 2025, our WNBA first basket predictions spotlight standout players like Breanna Stewart, Kahleah Copper and Alyssa Thomas—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 Natasha Cloud who emerges as the top play, offering a calculated 4.9% edge at +1700 odds.

These projections are built from 10,000 simulations, giving you a reliable foundation 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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