WNBA player props today: Monday's best props include Jessica Shepard [8/17/2026]

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WNBA Prop Bets.
WNBA prop bets for August 17, 2026 are based on the latest odds and projections for Monday's basketball games.

Dimers' WNBA player props are live for August 17, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Jessica Shepard, Gabby Williams and Alanna Smith.

Powered by our upgraded WNBA player props model, our projections run continuously to analyze every matchup—including today's Wings vs. Valkyries clash—and surface the best WNBA player prop bets across the market.

List of WNBA prop picks for Monday, 8/17

Below are the top seven WNBA player props for August 17, ranked by probability.

Jessica Shepard under 9.5 rebounds (+110)

Our model has found value on Dallas' Jessica Shepard under 9.5 rebounds. A probability of 61.4% gives this play an edge of 13.8% at +110 odds.

 

Jessica Shepard under 11.5 points scored (+100)

Jessica Shepard’s points scored prop shows a 7.0% edge at +100 odds, according to our model, which projects her for 9.4 points scored on the under 11.5 line.

 

Gabby Williams under 12.5 points scored (+100)

The data highlights value on Gabby Williams under 12.5 points scored, with simulations showing a 55.8% probability and a 5.8% edge at +100.

 

Alanna Smith under 6.5 rebounds (+108)

Our model projects Alanna Smith to record 6.1 rebounds today, creating an edge of 6.8% on the under 6.5 line at +108 odds.

 

Paige Bueckers over 5.5 assists (+130)

Simulations indicate value on Paige Bueckers over 5.5 assists for Dallas, showing an edge of 5.1% at +130 odds.

 

Arike Ogunbowale to score first basket (+950)

Arike Ogunbowale’s to score first basket prop shows an edge of 1.8% at +950 odds, supported by a 11.3% probability according to our model.

 

Alanna Smith to score first basket (+1200)

Our model highlights value on Alanna Smith to score first basket for Dallas, with a 9.6% probability and a 1.9% edge at +1200 odds.

 

WNBA player prop summary: Monday, August 17, 2026

A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 7:10AM ET:

Prop Odds Edge Prob.
Jessica Shepard u9.5 rebounds +110 @ FanDuel 13.8% 61.4%
Jessica Shepard u11.5 points scored +100 @ FanDuel 7.0% 57.0%
Gabby Williams u12.5 points scored +100 @ FanDuel 6.8% 54.9%
Alanna Smith u6.5 rebounds +108 @ FanDuel 6.8% 54.9%
Paige Bueckers o5.5 assists +130 @ novig 5.1% 48.6%
Arike Ogunbowale to score first basket +950 @ FanDuel 1.8% 11.3%
Alanna Smith to score first basket +1200 @ FanDuel 1.9% 9.6%
 

Conclusion

For August 17, 2026, our WNBA prop bets feature players such as Jessica Shepard, Gabby Williams and Alanna Smith. Each pick is grounded in real-time data and advanced simulations to help you bet with clarity and purpose.

Built using automation and human oversight, this article draws on the latest data to deliver accurate, timely insights. If using this article for betting, Dimers promotes responsible gambling.

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Written by
Jason Bevilacqua
Head of Content and Communities

Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.

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