Connecticut Sun vs Indiana Fever 5-19-2023

Connecticut Sun vs Indiana Fever 5/19/2023 Picks Predictions Previews

Connecticut Sun vs Indiana Fever 5/19/2023 Picks Predictions Previews

 

In last year’s WNBA Finals, the Connecticut Sun made an impressive run, but this season they have retained most of their key players from last year, except for Jonquel Jones, Courtney Williams, and Jasmine Thomas.

 

Brionna Jones, DeWanna Bonner, and Alyssa Thomas will continue to be the driving forces for the team. At the same time, the additions of Alexis Morris and Ashten Prechtel will bring some young talent to the roster.

 

In their recent game against the Las Vegas Aces, the Sun put up an intense fight but ultimately lost with a final score of 78-71. Connecticut finished the game with a field goal percentage of 41.3%, making 26 of their 63 attempts.

 

They also managed to convert 6 of their 13 three-point shots. The Sun made 13 of their 18 attempts from the free throw line, resulting in a 72.2% success rate. 

 

Additionally, they recorded 19 assists, forced 12 turnovers, and made seven steals. In defense, the Sun allowed the Aces to shoot 45.3% from the field, with Las Vegas making 29 of their 64 attempts.

 

The Aces had 18 assists and 11 steals, 32 rebounds, and three blocks. From the FT, Las Vegas had a solid game, making 10 of their 14 FT attempts, resulting in a 71.4% success rate. 

 

  • The Connecticut Sun is 16-6-1 ATS in its last 23 games.
  • Connecticut is 15-8 SU in its last 23 games.
  • The total has gone UNDER in 4 of the Sun’s last five games.

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Connecticut Sun vs Indiana Fever Predictions 5/19/2023

 

The Indiana Fever struggled over the past three seasons, winning six or fewer games each year. However, there’s now a reason for fans to be excited in adding Aliyah Boston to the team. While it will take more than just Boston’s presence for the Fever to improve, she is a game-changing player.

 

The Fever already has chemistry in the locker room with Boston’s former South Carolina teammate, Victoria Saxton. The team is also returning with their top three scorers: Kelsey Mitchell, NaLyssa Smith, and Victoria Vivians.

 

In their previous game against the Washington Mystics, the Indiana Fever lost with a final score of 95-83. The Fever secured 23 defensive rebounds and two offensive rebounds, totaling 25.

 

However, they also had 19 turnovers and five steals in the matchup. The Mystics committed 16 fouls, resulting in the Fever having 20 free throw attempts, of which they made 17, giving them an 85.0% success rate.

 

From beyond the arc, the Fever had an impressive performance, making 8 of their 13 attempts, equating to a 61.5% shooting percentage. Overall, the Fever shot 29 of 51 from the field, resulting in a shooting percentage of 56.9%.

 

Defensively, the Fever allowed the Mystics to shoot 29 of 60 from the field, giving them a shooting percentage of 48.3%. The Mystics made 7 of their 21 three-point attempts, equivalent to a 33.3% success rate, and they also shot 30 of 35 from the free-throw line, resulting in an 85.7% success rate.

 

In rebounding, the Fever allowed the Mystics to grab 24 rebounds, including seven on the offensive end.

 

  • The Indiana Fever is 5-11-2 ATS in its last 18 games.
  • The Fever is 0-5 SU in its last five games.
  • Indiana is 1-4 ATS in its previous five games at home.

Connecticut Sun vs. Indiana Fever. The NBA pick for this game is the Connecticut Sun. The Connecticut Sun should be favored, and a comfortable win on the road would surprise nobody.

 

However, this is the season’s first game for both teams, and it could be a feeling-out process. Also, the building should have energy with Boston and others on the squad. Take the Sun predicted at 84-76.

 

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Connecticut Sun vs Indiana Fever 5/19/2023 Picks Predictions Previews

WNBA Starting Time: 8:30 PM ET

 

Location: Ball Arena in Denver, CO

 

Date: Friday, May 19, 2023

 

TV: ESPN

 

WNBA Odds: Connecticut Sun -7.5

 

WNBA Totals: 158.5

 

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