Connecticut has an opportunity to get its first win of the season as it goes up against expansion Portland, which comes off an 18-point loss to New York, which hit 15 of 38 from 3-point range. The Fire missed 22 of 31 3-point tries. The Sun were saddled with a tough early-season schedule with a game against New York and two against Las Vegas. Portland's lack of depth showed against the Liberty, as the Blazers were outscored 61-45 in the second half, two days after the Fire surprisingly beat New York 98-96. Connecticut can take solace in the fact that it had six double-figure scorers while losing 101-94 to the Aces on Friday. The Sun weren't able to overcome A'ja Wilson's 45-point outburst. Take the Sun on the moneyline.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on May 18, 2026 at 12:21PM ET.
Connecticut at Portland
May 18, 2026
1.5 units on Connecticut +170 (moneyline) (risk 1.5 to return 4.05)
Result:
LOSS
LOSS
TAKE THE GUESSWORK OUT OF SPORTS BETTING
Get free WNBA Picks
I pore over the data, injuries, news, and odds every morning.
You get the best bets delivered to your inbox.