WNBA Predictions and Moneyline Picks for Thursday, Aug. 13

Aisha Quiñones - Betting Analyst at Covers
Aisha Quiñones • Betting Analyst 12+ years betting experience
Updated: Aug 13, 2026 , 01:19 PM ET • 4 min read

Backed by elite uptempo scoring, the Sparks offer maximum underdog value on tonight’s moneyline against a vulnerable New York defense in our top WNBA picks for Thursday.

Nneka Ogwumike Los Angeles Sparks WNBA
Photo By - Reuters Connect. Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike (30) shoots a three point basket during the fourth quarter against the New York Liberty at Crypto.com Arena.

Tonight is stacked with high-stakes action in the WNBA's three-game platter, led by the Los Angeles Sparks looking to crash the party in Brooklyn and pull off another statement upset against the New York Liberty. 

Meanwhile, the red-hot Atlanta Dream travel to Uncasville to take on the struggling Connecticut Sun, and the Las Vegas Aces host the Washington Mystics for an immediate rematch after snapping Washington's win streak just a  couple of days ago.

So we won't hold you any longer as we take a dive right into the best WNBA picks & moneyline plays for Thursday, Aug. 13.

WNBA moneyline picks for Aug. 13

Matchup Pick (Probability)
Dream Dream
vs
Suns Sun
Dream 81%
Sparks Sparks
vs
Liberty Liberty
Sparks23%
Mystics Mystics
vs
Aces Aces
Aces68%
💰 All moneylines parlayed 7.14x

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Expert WNBA moneyline picks for Aug. 13

Dream vs Sun: Atlanta Dream (81% probability)

Offensively, the Atlanta Dream rank fifth in the WNBA averaging 89.6 points per game, heavily outmatching the last-ranked offense (79.7 ppg) in the Connecticut Sun.

Led by Allisha Gray (18.9 ppg) and Angel Reese (11.9 rpg), Atlanta controls the glass with 35.0 rebounds per contest while knocking down 8.3 three-pointers per game to Connecticut's league-low 5.5.

With a +3.6 average scoring margin versus the Sun’s -7.1, the Dream’s well-rounded firepower makes them tonight's premier choice.

Sparks vs Liberty: Los Angeles Sparks (23% probability)

The Los Angeles Sparks offer strong moneyline underdog value tonight against the New York Liberty.

L.A. has proven surprisingly resilient, repeatedly staying within striking distance against elite competition while quietly pulling off signature upsets against the Aces, Lynx, and Liberty — whom they already edged 98-97 earlier this season.

Operating at the WNBA’s fastest pace (81.7), the Sparks average 89.1 points per game and excel in track meets, going 12-6 when scoring over 87.6 points.

Meanwhile, New York’s defense has slipped, surrendering 95.1 points per contest over their last ten games.

Powered by Nneka Ogwumike (17.1 ppg, 8.8 rpg) and Dearica Hamby, LA’s dynamic frontcourt can capitalize on New York’s defensive lapses to secure the upset.

Mystics vs Aces: Las Vegas Aces (68% probability)

After building on their decisive 86-76 victory over Washington just two days ago, the Las Vegas Aces come out as tonight's premier moneyline pick against the Washington Mystics.

Las Vegas snapped the Mystics’ seven-game winning streak behind dominant performances from A'ja Wilson (26 points, 13 rebounds, 4 blocks) and Jackie Young (25 points, 8 assists).

The Aces continue to hold a distinct offensive advantage, averaging 91.0 points per game compared to Washington’s 82.0. Furthermore, Las Vegas' second-half defense suffocated the Mystics down the stretch, holding them to 31.2% shooting in the fourth quarter on Tuesday.

Expect the Aces’ star duo to maintain control and complete the home sweep.

Today's WNBA moneyline parlay

Atlanta Dream moneyline

Los Angeles Sparks moneyline

Las Vegas Aces moneyline

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Hailing from Harlem, New York, Aisha Quiñones joined Covers in 2024 after an illustrious career with several other major media outlets. A proud Johnnie, after graduating from the Big East basketball powerhouse St. John's University, Quiñones earned her bachelor's degree in sport management and journalism, then obtained her master's degree in media studies from The New School.

Over a span of 12+ years, Quiñones has built her portfolio as a writer, dipped her toe into on-camera work, and also been behind the scenes in producing sports content.

Despite being a New Yorker, Quiñones has always been a lifelong Los Angeles Lakers fan thanks to her mom's joy of watching Kobe Bryant play — so much of a fan to the point that Quiñones named her toy poodle after the late-great legend.

Her hometown roots stay true to her MLB and WNBA choice in teams, as a Yankees and Liberty fan, due to her uncle and grandmother's love for the sports throughout her childhood.

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