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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get the best bets for Friday, May 8, 2026.
Today’s best sports bets for May 08, 2026 are here, with Dream vs. Lynx highlighted by our model across Friday’s action.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, searching the latest odds to find genuine betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of best bets for today [5/8, updated 10:42PM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 bets, ranked by edge for Friday, May 8, 2026.
WNBA: Dream vs. Lynx over 157.5 points (-110)
- Edge: 11.8%
- Probability: 64.2%
- WNBA matchup: Dream vs. Lynx (8:00PM ET, Saturday)
Our model has identified value on over 157.5 points in Dream vs. Lynx at -110 odds. A 64.2% probability produces an edge of 11.8%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.
WNBA: Dream ML (-165)
- Edge: 11.0%
- Probability: 73.3%
- Tennis matchup: Dream vs. Lynx (8:00PM ET, Saturday)
Dream ML carries a 11.0% edge and a probability of 73.3% at -165 odds, according to our model.
Tennis: Solana Sierra vs. Coco Gauff over 18.5 total games (-105)
- Edge: 9.8%
- Probability: 61.1%
- Tennis Matchup: Coco Gauff vs. Solana Sierra (5:00AM ET, Saturday)
Solana Sierra vs. Coco Gauff over 18.5 total games at -105 odds shows a 9.8% edge, supported by a 61.1% probability in simulations of the WTA Italian Open match.
WNBA: Dream -3.5 (-110)
- Edge: 9.2%
- Probability: 61.5%
- WNBA Matchup: Dream vs. Lynx (8:00PM ET, Saturday)
A 9.2% edge and 61.5% probability make Dream -3.5 vs. Lynx at a value play in the Dream vs. Lynx matchup, per our model.
WNBA: Wings vs. Fever under 177.5 points (-110)
- Edge: 9.1%
- Probability: 61.5%
- WNBA Matchup: Wings vs. Fever (1:00PM ET, Saturday)
Wings vs. Fever under 177.5 points at -110 odds presents a 9.1% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 61.5%.
WNBA: Mercury +8.5 (-115)
- Edge: 9.0%
- Probability: 62.5%
- WNBA Matchup: Mercury vs. Aces (3:30PM ET, Saturday)
Our model finds value on Mercury +8.5 at -115 odds, supported by an edge of 9.0%.
MLS: Colorado ML (+105)
- Edge: 9.0%
- Probability: 57.8%
- MLS Matchup: St Louis City vs. Colorado (9:30PM ET, Saturday)
Our model has uncovered value on Colorado ML at +105 odds. A 57.8% probability produces a 9.0% edge, making this a strong play for today's MLS action.
Tennis: Solana Sierra +6.5 (-120)
- Edge: 8.5%
- Probability: 63.1%
- Tennis Matchup: Coco Gauff vs. Solana Sierra (5:00AM ET, Saturday)
A 8.5% edge on a 63.1% probability makes Solana Sierra +6.5 at -120 odds a solid value play in this WTA Italian Open matchup.
NRL: Knights vs. Dragons under 52.5 points (-110)
- Edge: 8.0%
- Probability: 60.3%
- NRL Matchup: Knights vs. Dragons (1:00AM ET, Saturday)
Our model projects value on under 52.5 points at -110 odds. A 60.3% probability produces a 8.0% edge, making the under the favorable side in Saturday’s NRL matchup.
WNBA: Mercury ML (+285)
- Edge: 7.5%
- Probability: 33.4%
- WNBA Matchup: Mercury vs. Aces (3:30PM ET, Saturday)
Rounding out our top 10 bets, Mercury to defeat Aces at +285 odds shows a 33.4% probability and a 7.5% edge.
Best sports bets today summary: Friday, 5/8/2026
As of 10:42PM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dream vs. Lynx (WNBA) | Over 157.5 Points | -110 @ BetMGM | 11.8% | 64.2% |
| Dream vs. Lynx (WNBA) | Dream ML | -165 @ BetMGM | 11.0% | 73.3% |
| Gauff vs. Sierra (Tennis) | Over 18.5 Total Games | -105 @ FanDuel | 9.8% | 61.1% |
| Dream vs. Lynx (WNBA) | Dream -3.5 | -110 @ FanDuel | 9.2% | 61.5% |
| Wings vs. Fever (WNBA) | Under 177.5 Points | -110 @ FanDuel | 9.1% | 61.5% |
| Mercury vs. Aces (WNBA) | Mercury +8.5 | -115 @ DraftKings | 9.0% | 62.5% |
| St Louis City vs. Colorado (MLS) | Colorado ML | +105 @ FanDuel | 9.0% | 57.8% |
| Gauff vs. Sierra (Tennis) | Solana Sierra +6.5 Games | -120 @ FanDuel | 8.5% | 63.1% |
| Knights vs. Dragons (NRL) | Under 52.5 Points | -110 @ DraftKings | 8.0% | 60.3% |
| Mercury vs. Aces (WNBA) | Mercury ML | +285 @ DraftKings | 7.5% | 33.4% |
List of upcoming matchups to bet on now [5/8/2026]
- AFL: Swans vs. Kangaroos (11:15PM ET, Friday)
- NRL: Knights vs. Dragons (1:00AM ET, Saturday)
- AFL: Bombers vs. Giants (2:15AM ET, Saturday)
- NRL: Sharks vs. Rabbitohs (3:30AM ET, Saturday)
- Tennis: Miomir Kecmanovic vs. Andrey Rublev (5:00AM ET, Saturday)
- Tennis: Pablo Llamas Ruiz vs. Corentin Moutet (5:00AM ET, Saturday)
- Tennis: Solana Sierra vs. Coco Gauff (5:00AM ET, Saturday)
- Tennis: Cameron Norrie vs. Thiago Tirante (5:00AM ET, Saturday)
- AFL: Saints vs. Suns (5:10AM ET, Saturday)
- AFL: Magpies vs. Cats (5:35AM ET, Saturday)
Conclusion
Our best bets are locked and loaded for May 8, 2026, featuring plays such as over 157.5 points in the Dream vs. Lynx matchup and Dream ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
Our predictions are drawn from current data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our Responsible Gambling hub.
All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.
Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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