WNBA first basket predictions for Sunday include A'ja Wilson, Kelsey Mitchell [9/21/2025]

Our WNBA first basket predictions for Sunday, September 21, 2025, have landed—with A'ja Wilson of the Aces the most likely player to score the first basket based on the latest Dimers Pro simulation data.

Sunday's first basket predictions pull from our full list of WNBA first basket odds and player projections, which highlight not only first basket probabilities, but also projected points, rebounds, assists and more for every player on today's basketball slate.

Who will score the first basket tonight? [September 21, 2025]

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely WNBA player to score the first basket today is A'ja Wilson, with a probability of 16.7%.

Following Wilson closely are Napheesa Collier at 15.4% and Kelsey Mitchell at 12.9%.

Aliyah Boston and Kahleah Copper are among those in the top 10, with the full list of first basket projections for Sunday 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 [9/21/2025]

Having simulated the result of today's WNBA Playoffs action thousands of times, our predictive model has found the best WNBA first basket bet for you to make on Sunday.

Odyssey Sims first basket scorer

• Odds: +1600
• Edge: 3.5%
• Probability: 9.3%
• Game: Fever vs. Aces (3:00PM ET)

Our model has identified the best WNBA first basket bet for today, which is in the game between the Fever and Aces. The bet is on Odyssey Sims (IND) at odds of +1600 with FanDuel Sportsbook, with an edge of 3.5% according to our analysis.

Although Sims doesn't feature in our model's top 10 most likely first basket scorers for Sunday's WNBA slate, she does present the best betting opportunity for those aiming to gain an edge on the market.

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WNBA Playoffs schedule for today [9/21/2025]

• Fever vs. Aces (3:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Mercury vs. Lynx (5:00PM ET, Sunday)

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Conclusion

For September 21, 2025, our WNBA first basket predictions spotlight standout players including A'ja Wilson, Napheesa Collier and Kelsey Mitchell—all of whom are among the top projected chances to open the scoring in today’s games. But when it comes to +EV betting, it’s Odyssey Sims who emerges as the top play, producing a calculated 3.5% edge at +1600 odds.

These projections are the result of 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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