WNBA bets and fantasy picks: Is there value on a Caitlin Clark prop? - ESPN

The 2024 WNBA season tips off Tuesday night with four games. Three of the league's top teams — the Las Vegas Aces, New York Liberty and Connecticut Sun — will hit the court tonight. But all eyes will be on 2024 No. 1 draft pick Caitlin Clark as the Indiana Fever face off against the Sun.

Each night, our team of fantasy and betting experts will break down every game on the WNBA slate, making note of everything from injuries and lineup changes to recent trends and more.

Here's what to look for tonight:

Karlie Samuelson, F, Washington Mystics (Rostered in 26.2% of ESPN leagues).

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Samuelson had a career-best season in 2023, capitalizing on the injuries plaguing the Los Angeles Sparks. She averaged 15.5 fantasy points per game and emerged as a reliable streamer throughout the season. Samuelson signed with the Mystics this offseason and immediately fills a need for a team in need of perimeter shooting. Given her track record, Samuelson should remain dependable for fantasy managers to start the season.

Alysha Clark, F, Las Vegas Aces (Rostered in 21.3% of ESPN leagues).

Clark was consistently fantasy-relevant last season, averaging 14.0 fantasy points per game while playing a reserve role for the Aces. Despite having one of the top starting lineups in the league, the Aces still need help from their second unit. Clark should be able to maintain her fantasy impact and have productive game against a Phoenix Mercury team that ranked last in defensive rating last season.

Basketball Power Index by ESPN Analytics. Injury aggregation by Rotowire.com. All odds are provided by ESPN BET.

New York Liberty at Washington Mystics
7 p.m.