Minnesota Lynx vs Chicago Sky Picks and Prediction for Friday May 29 2026
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The Minnesota Lynx and Chicago Sky will square off on Friday, May 29, 2026, at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET with coverage available on ION and WNBA League Pass. Minnesota enters this matchup as a 2.5-point road favorite while the total is listed at 168.5 points. The Lynx are priced at -170 on the moneyline while Chicago comes back at +142. These teams already met twice recently, splitting those matchups, and both sides will try to gain an important edge heading into the next stretch of the schedule. Be sure to check out our free WNBA picks for more action around the league.
Lynx Carrying Momentum Into Chicago
Minnesota enters Friday night with a strong 5-2 overall record and an undefeated 3-0 mark on the road. The Lynx recently earned victories over Atlanta, Chicago, Toronto, and Dallas during a very productive stretch over their last five games. Their only loss during that span came against Chicago on May 17 in an 86-79 defeat. Minnesota responded well after that game, including a recent 85-75 victory over the Sky just days later.
The Lynx have been one of the more efficient offensive teams in the league early this season. Minnesota is averaging 89.7 points per game while allowing only 82.1 points per contest. The Lynx are shooting an outstanding 51% from the field and averaging 36.9 rebounds and 21.3 assists per game. Defensively, Minnesota is also contributing 7.9 steals and 4.7 blocks per contest, giving the team strong balance on both ends of the floor.
One of Minnesota’s biggest strengths has been offensive efficiency. Shooting 51% from the field while averaging nearly 90 points per game has allowed the Lynx to consistently pressure opponents throughout games. Combined with one of the stronger defensive scoring averages in this matchup, Minnesota has shown the ability to control games at both ends of the court.
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Chicago Looking to End Recent Losing Streak
Chicago comes into this matchup with a 3-4 overall record and an 0-3 mark at home. The Sky are currently riding a three-game losing streak after recently falling to Toronto, Minnesota, and Dallas. Before that stretch, Chicago earned an 86-79 road victory over Minnesota, showing that this team can compete well against the Lynx when executing efficiently offensively.
The Sky are averaging 86.3 points per game while allowing 87.3 points per contest. Chicago is shooting 43% from the field while averaging 33.7 rebounds and 19.9 assists per game. Defensively, the Sky are producing 6.4 steals and 5.3 blocks per game. Chicago’s ability to block shots has been one of the more noticeable statistical strengths for the team during the early part of the season.
One area that could become a concern for Chicago in this matchup is defensive consistency. The Sky are allowing 87.3 points per game and have surrendered at least 85 points in four of their last five contests. Against a Minnesota team that has scored 96, 85, 100, and 90 points in four recent wins, Chicago may struggle to slow down the Lynx offense over the course of the game.
Minnesota Lynx vs Chicago Sky Picks and Prediction
Minnesota Lynx vs Chicago Sky Pick
- Pick: Minnesota Lynx -2.5
Minnesota has looked like the more complete team entering this matchup. The Lynx hold clear advantages in scoring, field goal percentage, rebounding, assists, and points allowed per game. Even though Chicago beat Minnesota earlier this month, the Lynx answered with a convincing 85-75 victory in the most recent meeting. I think Minnesota’s offensive efficiency and stronger overall balance give the Lynx the edge again on Friday night.
Minnesota Lynx vs Chicago Sky Total Pick
- Pick: Over 168.5
I’m leaning toward the over because both teams have shown the ability to score consistently during recent games. Minnesota is averaging 89.7 points per game while Chicago is putting up 86.3 points per contest. The Sky have also allowed 111, 85, and 99 points over their last three games. With both recent meetings between these teams producing competitive offensive stretches, I think this matchup has a solid chance to move beyond the posted total.
Final Score Prediction: Minnesota Lynx 91 – Chicago Sky 82
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