Best bets today for all sports: Thursday's picks include Fever vs. Mercury WNBA play [7/9/2026]

Today’s best sports bets for July 9, 2026 are here, with Fever vs. Mercury highlighted by our model across Thursday’s action.

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List of best bets for today [7/9, updated 9:12PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best bets, ranked by edge for Thursday, July 9, 2026.

WNBA: Mercury ML (+106)

• Edge: 9.4%
• Probability: 58%
• WNBA matchup: Fever vs. Mercury (10:00PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Mercury to defeat Fever at +106 odds. A 58% probability produces an edge of 9.4%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.

WNBA: Fever vs. Mercury Under 171.5 points (+102)

• Edge: 9.1%
• Probability: 58.6%
• WNBA matchup: Fever vs. Mercury (10:00PM ET)

Fever vs. Mercury under 171.5 points carries a 9.1% edge and a probability of 58.6% at +102 odds, according to our model.

WNBA: Aces vs. Fire Under 175.5 points (-110)

• Edge: 8.7%
• Probability: 61.1%
• WNBA Matchup: Aces vs. Fire (10:00PM ET)

Aces vs. Fire Under 175.5 points at -110 odds shows a 8.7% edge, supported by a 61.1% probability in simulations.

WNBA: Mercury +1 (-105)

• Edge: 5.5%
• Probability: 56.8%
• WNBA Matchup: Fever vs. Mercury (10:00PM ET)

A 5.5% edge and 56.8% probability makes Mercury +1 vs. Fever a value play in the Fever vs. Mercury matchup, per our model.

WNBA: Fire +9.5 (-105)

• Edge: 4.8%
• Probability: 56%
• WNBA Matchup: Aces vs. Fire (10:00PM ET)

Fire +9.5 at -105 odds presents a 4.8% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 56%.

Best sports bets today summary: Thursday, 7/9/2026

As of 9:12PM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming matchups to bet on right now [7/9/2026]

• MLB: D-Backs vs. Padres (9:40PM ET, Thursday)
• MLB: Rockies vs. Giants (9:45PM ET, Thursday)
• WNBA: Fever vs. Mercury (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
• WNBA: Aces vs. Fire (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
• AFL: Kangaroos vs. Magpies (5:40AM ET, Friday)
• NRL: Warriors vs. Tigers (6:00AM ET, Friday)
• Tennis: Alexander Zverev vs. Arthur Fery (8:30AM ET, Friday)
• Tennis: Novak Djokovic vs. Jannik Sinner (10:10AM ET, Friday)
• SWC: Belgium vs. Spain (3:00PM ET, Friday)
• MLB: Brewers vs. Pirates (6:40PM ET, Friday)

Conclusion

Our best bets are locked and loaded for July 9, 2026, featuring plays such as Mercury ML vs. Fever and under 171.5 points also in the Fever vs. Mercury matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

Our predictions are grounded in 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.