Friday’s WNBA DFS action features a compact three-game slate on DraftKings, which means every roster decision carries a little more weight. With stars like Breanna Stewart available alongside rookie sensation Olivia Miles, there are plenty of ways to build lineups. Stewart continues to offer one of the safest fantasy floors in the league, while Miles has quickly emerged as one of the most explosive young guards in the WNBA after a red-hot start to her rookie campaign.
In this breakdown, I’ll highlight the best WNBA DFS picks to build around and uncover a few tournament pivots that can help separate your lineup from the field. Whether you’re playing cash games, single-entry contests, or large-field GPPs, we’ve got you covered. Let’s build!
Top WNBA Core Plays for 6/19
- Breanna Stewart ($11.8k)
- Olivia Miles ($11.2k)
- Leila Lacan ($8.3k)
Breanna Stewart ($11,800)
When a slate only features three games, paying up for elite production becomes much easier, and Breanna Stewart checks every box. Stewart remains one of the safest fantasy options in the WNBA thanks to her ability to contribute across every category. She can score 25-plus real points, rack up rebounds, add assists, and pile up defensive stats on any given night. Stewart is averaging nearly 20 points and nine rebounds per game this season while continuing to serve as the focal point of New York’s offense.
The matchup against Washington also sets up well for another ceiling performance. On a small slate where raw points matter, Stewart is the type of player capable of finishing as the highest scorer regardless of position. The downside? Her game has a nasty 12.5-point spread. There is a case to fade, but her minutes and production are so steady – and the slate is so small – that the upside could make her worth it.
Unsurprisingly, our DFS lineup optimizer has Stewart pacing the slate with a crazy 43-point fantasy projection. That projection might come down, but she’s still in the #1 lineup and she’s appearing in almost 700 of 1,000 lineups.
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Olivia Miles ($11,200)
Olivia Miles has quickly become one of the biggest stories in the WNBA. The rookie guard has exceeded even the loftiest of expectations, emerging as both a scorer and facilitator for Minnesota. Miles enters Friday averaging around 19 points and nearly six assists per game while shooting efficiently from the field. She recently exploded for a 31-point performance and has become a legitimate threat to post a double-double every time she steps on the court.
Miles could always cool down, and her price keeps getting higher. If her ownership is high, you could entertain fading her. However, the production has been fantastic, so I remain in on her for as long as she’s running hot.
Leila Lacan ($8,300)
Leila Lacan stands out as one of the strongest mid-range options available on DraftKings. Our tool only has her coming in at a 26.6 fantasy projection, but she’s in the best game of the night and gets steady production and minutes, clearing 23+ fantasy points in each of her last three games.
Since arriving from France, Lacan has immediately stepped into a major role for Connecticut, showcasing an ability to contribute assists and steals, giving her fantasy profile additional stability compared to similarly priced players. She lacks an elite ceiling and can have a weak floor, but the price is and game environment combine to make her a stand out option at DraftKings.
Friday’s WNBA DFS Value Picks
- Kiah Stokes ($4k)
- Temi Fagbenle ($3.9k)
Kiah Stokes remains one of the better salary-saving options on the slate because her role is secure and she doesn’t need heavy scoring volume to reach value. Rebounds, blocks, and hustle stats can add up quickly, making her a useful punt play when you’re trying to fit expensive stars like Breanna Stewart and Olivia Miles into the same lineup.
Temi Fagbenle ($3,900) offers intriguing point-per-dollar upside whenever her minutes climb into the mid-20s. She can contribute across multiple categories and has shown the ability to produce rebounds, assists, and defensive stats, giving her a path to exceeding value without needing a big scoring night.
Toronto is missing Brittney Sykes and potentially more tonight, paving the way for Temi to possibly be the value play of the slate.
Top WNBA DFS GPP Picks for Friday
- Marina Mabrey ($10.7k)
- Courtney Williams ($10k)
With Sykes sitting out, it remains to be seen if Mabrey will actually be overlooked. The slate size is going to demand some interest, but with Stewart and Miles getting ownership, it will be interesting to see where the field lands. Mabrey’s usage should spike in the best game of the night, making her a very intriguing GPP spend.
Williams is also interesting, as she’s over $1k cheaper than teammate Olivia Miles. She’s immediate leverage on Miles, as well as Natasha Howard. You can pair any two of that trio, but playing all three together probably isn’t optimal. Williams figures to be the most contrarian of that group, though, making her stand out in tourneys.
Top WNBA DFS Game to Stack on 6/19
- Toronto vs. Connecticut (1.5 point spread and 167.5 game total)
This is the best game for stacking purposes, as it has the tightest spread and the highest game total. It also features extra value with Brittney Sykes sitting out for TOR.
Frequently Asked Questions About WNBA DFS
What are the best WNBA DFS picks today?
The best WNBA DFS picks today typically combine strong recent production, secure playing time, favorable matchups, and high usage rates. Injury news and starting lineup changes can also create valuable opportunities that outperform salary expectations.
How do I find WNBA DFS value plays?
The best WNBA DFS value plays are often players whose roles have recently expanded due to injuries, rotation changes, or pricing inefficiencies. Identifying underpriced players is one of the most important steps in building competitive DFS lineups.
Should I play cash games or tournaments in WNBA DFS?
Cash games reward consistency and floor, while tournaments reward ceiling and uniqueness. For cash games, prioritize players with stable minutes and usage. For tournaments, target players with breakout potential and lower projected ownership.
Are WNBA DFS projections worth using?
WNBA DFS projections can help identify strong plays, uncover value opportunities, and compare players across different salary ranges. While projections should not be used blindly, combining them with matchup analysis and injury news can improve lineup decisions and overall results. Check out our WNBA DFS projections for today’s top-rated plays and values.
Noah Simpson is a New England-based DFS writer who has spent the better part of a decade obsessing over MLB DFS. He got his start playing DFS recreationally before realizing he was spending more time building spreadsheets than actually watching games, and decided to make it official. At DFSBuild, Noah covers MLB DFS strategy with a focus on finding edges that casual players overlook. When he’s not staring at Statcast data, he’s somewhere on a hiking trail in Maine with his two dogs, Sandboy and Johnner, who are undefeated at ignoring his lineup advice, because they are dogs. They don’t have the cognitive or motor skills required to operate a computer, let alone process complex theories and information.
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