WNBA: Las Vegas Aces vs Portland Fire Preview, Odds and Predictions (July 9)
- The Aces have excelled on the road with a 9-2 record so far.
- The Fire are decent at home with a 6-5 record to show for it.
- Las Vegas is second in the West standings, while Portland is third-to-last in the West.
The 2026 WNBA season is halfway through as a matchup between the Las Vegas Aces takes on the Portland Fire on Thursday night. The latter stands out as the solid favorite, paving the way for an intriguing matchup where both teams need winning momentum.
How to Watch
- When: Thursday, July 9, 10 pm ET
- Where: Moda Center, Portland, Oregon
- How to Watch: WNBA League Pass
WNBA Matchup Odds & Lines
| Team | Odds | Spread | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|
| LV Aces | -105 | -10 | O174.5 |
| POR Fire | -115 | +10 | U174.5 |
Game Preview
The Aces (15-6) have been remarkable as one of the best teams throughout the first half of the 2026 WNBA season. Despite being 5-4 in their last nine contests, they continue to be significant threats to lower-quality opponents. A’ja Wilson looks to be available for the game as she shines as the top star in the league, averaging 25.7 points, 9.4 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game. Jackie Young comes next with 16.4 points and 6.6 assists, while Chelsea Gray provides 12.5 points and 7.3 assists per contest.
The Fire (9-12) have been decent throughout its inaugural campaign, finding wins while they can. They are in a rough spot right now, losing eight of their last 11 games. Carla Leite leads the team in scoring with 15.4 points and 5.6 assists per contest. Meanwhile, Bridget Carleton follows suit with 13.9 points and 3.6 rebounds while Megan Gustafson contributes 11.9 points and 3.9 rebounds per game.
Aces vs Fire Predictions
The Aces stand out as the firm favorite in this matchup, and for good reason. With A’ja Wilson back in the fold, the Fire will have their work cut out for them as they need to limit her production in multiple ways. While Portland tries to get out of its losing stretch, they might be no match for the championship experience that the Aces possess. Our betting pick here is for the Aces to defend a 10-point spread.
- Free NBA pick: Las Vegas Aces -10
