Phoenix at Minnesota

Diana Taurasi is back for the Mercury after missing the first 11 games due to a back issue. She eased back in last game, and I expect more from here tonight. She is a leader on this team and with her on the court, this is a different team. I think the spread here doesn't fully reflect her return. In June, without her, the Lynx managed to squeak out a 2-point victory in this same building. The spread here hasn't changed from the 2 points in that game, and I believe that's a mistake. Take the Mercury plus the points for a Max Play.