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Read Article WNBA first basket picks and predictions for Monday, June 1, 2026
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Written by Damien Souness, Chief Experience Officer
Get first basket predictions today driven by expert analysis of WNBA slate on 6/1.
Our WNBA first basket picks and predictions for today—Monday, June 1, 2026—are live with the Timberwolves' Natasha Howard projected as the most likely player to score first.
These projections make use of key first basket stats, including player efficiency, shot frequency, and expected starting lineups, forming part of our daily WNBA player projections.
Howard, Natisha Hiedeman and Kahleah Copper lead Monday’s most likely first basket scorers, while we also highlight tonight's best first basket value picks by comparing real-time odds to model-generated probabilities.
WNBA first basket predictions tonight (June 1, 2026)
| Player (Team) | FB Probability |
|---|---|
| Natasha Howard (Lynx) | 13.1% |
| Natisha Hiedeman (Storm) | 13.1% |
| Kahleah Copper (Mercury) | 12.7% |
| Paige Bueckers (Wings) | 12.6% |
| Courtney Williams (Lynx) | 12.1% |
| Alyssa Thomas (Mercury) | 11.7% |
| Awa Fam (Storm) | 11.1% |
| Maddy Siegrist (Wings) | 11.1% |
| Natasha Mack (Mercury) | 10.9% |
| Flau'jae Johnson (Storm) | 9.8% |
| Jade Melbourne (Storm) | 9.7% |
| Olivia Miles (Lynx) | 9.3% |
| Jessica Shepard (Wings) | 9.2% |
| Azzi Fudd (Wings) | 8.9% |
| Arike Ogunbowale (Wings) | 8.2% |
| Kayla McBride (Lynx) | 7.8% |
| Nia Coffey (Lynx) | 7.7% |
| Monique Akoa-Makani (Mercury) | 7.4% |
| DeWanna Bonner (Mercury) | 7.3% |
| Stefanie Dolson (Storm) | 6.3% |
WNBA first basket picks today (June 1, 2026)
| Player | Team | Edge | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courtney Williams | Lynx | 2.6% | +950 | 12.1% |
| Natisha Hiedeman | Storm | 2.6% | +850 | 13.1% |
| Natasha Mack | Mercury | 0.4% | +850 | 10.9% |
Edges represent the difference between model probability and implied odds.
For more insights on prop markets and value plays across the league, explore our full list of NBA prop bets for 6/1.
Conclusion: Betting on today's NBA first basket
For Monday, June 1, 2026, Natasha Howard, Natisha Hiedeman and Kahleah Copper lead our first basket projections, while Courtney Williams shapes as the strongest value play at +950. All picks and predictions are derived from Dimers’ WNBA first basket model.
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Damien Souness is Chief Experience Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, helping lead sports media brands such as Dimers. He specializes in creating trustworthy and data-driven content for sports fans, with experience working for globally recognized sports and media organizations.
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