Fever vs. Wings prediction: Caitlin Clark projected to score 23 points in Thursday's WNBA game [8/20/2026]

Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's WNBA matchup between the Fever and Wings, forming part of our WNBA predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives the Fever a 58.1% chance of defeating the Wings.

According to our model, the Wings (+2.5) have a 50.5% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 184.5 points has a 52.9% chance of staying under,.

Fever vs. Wings odds

We have sourced the best WNBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Spread: Fever -2.5 (-113) / Wings +2.5 (+106)
• Moneyline: Fever -138, Wings +138

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Fever vs. Wings picks and best bet

After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Spread: Wings +2.5 @ +106 via DraftKings
• Moneyline: Fever @ -138 via Polymarket
• Total: Under 184.5 @ +104 via Novig

According to our WNBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 184.5 total points.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.

Fever vs. Wings player props

WNBA player props are an enjoyable way to wager on Thursday's Fever vs. Wings game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at American Airlines Center.

Kelsey Mitchell is expected to lead the Fever with 25 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists, while Paige Bueckers is projected to have 20 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists for the Wings.

When evaluating the first basket market, Kelsey Mitchell is our top projected player to score first, backed by a 16.2% probability.

Check out our WNBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and a deeper look at today's WNBA first basket picks.

Fever prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Fever are:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM	DFS
Kelsey Mitchell	25	3	3	3	38
Caitlin Clark	23	4	10	3	50
Aliyah Boston	17	9	3	1	40
S. Cunningham	9	3	1	2	18
Makayla Timpson	7	7	1	0	22

Wings prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Wings:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM	DFS
Paige Bueckers	20	4	6	2	38
A. Ogunbowale	15	3	3	2	29
Jessica Shepard	11	9	4	0	31
Alanna Smith	10	6	2	1	29
Awak Kuier	7	4	1	1	20

Fever vs. Wings game-day updates and essential details

Thursday's action between the Wings and Fever at American Airlines Center is scheduled to start at 8:00 PM ET.

• Who: Indiana Fever vs. Dallas Wings
• Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
• Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
• Venue: American Airlines Center

Conclusion

We predict the Fever, with a 58.1% win probability, will likely beat the Wings in Thursday's WNBA matchup.

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