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Read Article WNBA first basket picks and predictions for Saturday, May 9, 2026
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get first basket predictions today backed by expert analysis of WNBA slate on 5/9.
Our WNBA first basket picks and predictions for today—Saturday, May 9, 2026—are live.
Dimers’ first basket projections draw on detailed first basket stats, including player efficiency, shot frequency, and expected starting lineups, forming part of our daily WNBA player projections.
Saturday's first basket predictions featured players from all eight teams in action, including the new Portland Fire lineup.
All picks and predictions are derived from Dimers’ WNBA first basket model.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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