- Matchup: Toronto Tempo vs Portland Fire
- Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026
- Venue: Moda Center, Portland, OR
- Broadcast: WNBA League Pass
- Betting Odds: Toronto (+1.5)
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The Portland Fire (11-19) are set to face off against the Toronto Tempo (10-20) at the Moda Center this Thursday. Portland is kicking off this contest as 1.5-point favorites, with the total points line established at 186.5.
In their previous outing, the Toronto Tempo faced defeat against the Golden State Valkyries, concluding the game with a final score of 92-81. Toronto showcased a field goal percentage of 47.5%, making 28 out of 59 attempts, and executed 12 of 29 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they were efficient, sinking 13 of 15 shots for an impressive rate of 86.7%. The Tempo managed to grab 34 rebounds, including 10 offensive boards, while also distributing 20 assists, committing 7 turnovers, and securing 3 steals. On the defensive front, Toronto permitted a shooting percentage of 45.6% against them, allowing Golden State to score on 31 of 68 attempts. Golden State also managed to achieve 4 assists and 8 steals, alongside gathering 26 rebounds (4 offensive, 22 defensive), and accounting for 5 blocked shots. The Valkyries converted 78.3% at the charity stripe, making 18 of 23 attempts and hitting 12 of 33 from three-point range.
Nyara Sabally proved to be pivotal in the last game, scoring 21 points on 8 of 12 shooting. She played for 32 minutes and secured 6 rebounds. Sabally finished the match with a stellar 66.7% shooting rate and also contributed 3 assists.
Toronto enters this matchup with a 10-20 record for the season. The team is averaging 87.5 points per game (9th in the league) and boasts a field goal percentage of 44.8%. From three-point territory, the Tempo are hitting 35.9% (303 of 843) and achieving an exceptional 82.6% at the free-throw line. Collectively, they are securing 31.0 rebounds per game and have dished out 602 assists this season, placing them 11th in the WNBA for assists. They average 13.9 turnovers per game and commit 21.5 personal fouls. Defensively, the Tempo force their opponents into 12.3 turnovers per game and draw 19.7 fouls. They surrender a shooting percentage of 47.3% (370 of 590) and allow 34.7 rebounds per game, ranking 11th for assists allowed with 659 through the season. Opponents are making 34.3% of their three-point attempts while Toronto ranks 14th in the WNBA for points against per game (93.6).
In their last outing, the Portland Fire faced a tough loss against the Los Angeles Sparks, finalizing the score at 106-101. The Fire collected 23 defensive and 11 offensive rebounds, totaling 34 for the game. They turned the ball over 14 times and managed to achieve 8 steals during the contest. The Sparks committed 16 fouls, allowing the Fire to shoot 18 free-throws, of which they converted 16 for an 88.9% success rate. Portland excelled from beyond the arc, hitting 15 of their 37 attempts (40.5%). The Fire concluded the game with a shooting percentage of 45.5%, hitting 35 of 77 attempts, while allowing the Sparks to shoot 52.0% (39 of 75). Los Angeles managed a remarkable 55.2% from three-point land, netting 16 out of 29 attempts, and finished at 12 out of 14 (85.7%) from the free-throw line. The Fire permitted the Sparks to grab a total of 32 rebounds (9 offensive).
Bridget Carleton played a crucial role for the Fire, making 8 of 15 shots for a 53.3% shooting percentage, while also securing 11 rebounds. Carleton finished with 24 points in 30 minutes of play and added 1 assist to her performance.
Portland holds a current record of 11-19 for the season. They have racked up 2,586 points, averaging 86.2 points per game, while pulling in 29.5 rebounds per game. The Fire average 22.4 personal fouls per game and maintain an impressive 81.6% at the free-throw line. Offensively, Portland has a field goal percentage of 45.0%, ranking 7th in the league. They dish out 20.6 assists per game (8th in basketball) but average 14.6 turnovers. On the defensive side, Portland is ranked 13th in the WNBA for points allowed per game, giving up 92.1. They force an average of 13.7 turnovers per game and allow their opponents to shoot 47.3% (13th in the league). The Fire’s defense permits a 34.5% success rate from three-point range, averaging 266 out of 770, and allows 78.9% at the free-throw line. They give up an average of 23.7 assists and 33.7 rebounds nightly, ranking 15th and 9th, respectively, in the league.
Who will come out on top in tonight’s WNBA contest against the spread?
Prediction: Take Toronto (+1.5)
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