The WNBA has resumed following the Olympic break, and the odds for the league’s MVP race are shifting. Las Vegas Aces’ star A’ja Wilson remains the heavy favorite to win, though her odds have slightly moved from -5000 to -3000. Wilson continues to dominate with an average of 27.2 points and 12 rebounds per game. She opened at +175 to win MVP at BetMGM, and by May, her odds had shortened to +100.
While Wilson’s odds have seen some movement, Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark’s MVP odds have also tightened. Over the past month, Clark’s MVP odds shifted from +9000 to +8000. At FanDuel Sportsbook as of August 16, Wilson is listed at -3000, with Clark at +8000, tied with Sabrina Ionescu of the New York Liberty. Liberty’s Breanna Stewart sits at +9000, while Alyssa Thomas from the Connecticut Sun is at +15000.
Clark continues to impress, posting 29 points, 10 assists, and five rebounds in her most recent game. Despite Wilson being the clear favorite, Caitlin Clark’s influence is undeniable. Sports commentator Colin Cowherd highlighted this impact on “The Herd,” noting how Clark’s presence has increased the Indiana Fever’s market value, making them more valuable than franchises like the LA Sparks and Dallas Wings, and comparable to the Chicago Sky. Clark’s rising popularity is a testament to her growing significance in the league.
