WNBA first basket predictions for Sunday include Paige Bueckers, Sonia Citron [8/24/2025]

Our WNBA first basket predictions for Sunday, August 24, 2025, have landed—with Paige Bueckers of the Wings the most likely player to score the first basket based on the latest Dimers Pro simulation data.

Sunday'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? [August 24, 2025]

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely WNBA player to score the first basket in any of today's matchups is Paige Bueckers, with a probability of 16.2%.

Following Bueckers closely are Nneka Ogwumike at 15.1% and Kiki Iriafen at 14.9%.

Sonia Citron and Maddy Siegrist 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 [8/24/2025]

Having simulated the outcome of today's WNBA matchups thousands of times each, our leading predictive analytics model has found the best WNBA first basket betting pick for Sunday.

Sonia Citron first basket scorer

• Odds: +1100
• Edge: 6.2%
• Probability: 14.5%
• Game: Storm vs. Mystics (3:00PM ET)

Our model has identified the best WNBA first basket bet for Sunday's WNBA slate in the game between the Storm and Mystics. The bet is on Sonia Citron (WSH) at odds of +1100 with FanDuel Sportsbook, with an edge of 6.2% according to our analysis.

Our model not only showcases Citron for her 6.2% betting edge but also ranks her among the top five most likely first basket scorers for today, as seen in the earlier list.

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WNBA schedule for today [8/24/2025]

• Storm vs. Mystics (3:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Valkyries vs. Wings (4:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Fever vs. Lynx (7:00PM ET, Sunday)

Conclusion

For August 24, 2025, our WNBA first basket predictions spotlight star players such as Paige Bueckers, Nneka Ogwumike and Kiki Iriafen—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 Sonia Citron who emerges as the top pick, offering a calculated 6.2% edge at +1100 odds.

These projections are the result of 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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