1u Alyssa Thomas over 16.5 pts -118 betonline, -125 dk. -128 FD,
In first two games of the season, Alyssa had 33% usage and 28%. Last season with Sabally off the court, she had 26% usage (23% with on). Sabally is gone, and just like when she wasnt on the court, Alyssa has huge usage. On the graph is Alyssa last year with 27% or higher usage
Game vs Valkyries showcased when it isnt a blow-out, Alyssa won't spare from playing heavy minutes (close to last season, but could be even more extreme as i dont think anyone can get into role Sabally had last year). Lynx dont have Allana Smith anymore, and I expect their defense to become worse inside, while Collier is still out (also an important defender). I know there is a chance Lynx decide just to double her, but they were not doing hard doubling in the playoffs, even though Thomas was having good games and beat them
Thomas started this season with two overs, while Lynx allowed a ton of rim points and fta (30) to Dream . Alyssa is a force at drawing fouls, and Lynx showcased a problem with that even in preseason when Mystics had 40 free throws vs them, and Nigeria had 37. After starting the season with b2b's, Alyssa should be rested now, and with both heavy minutes and good usage, she has good chances to clear this