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Wilson, Clark top MVP odds; public on Bueckers
Key takeaways
- Bettors are buying into the next generation of WNBA superstars, but sportsbooks are standing by the reigning MVP as the season gets underway.
- A'ja Wilson is the consensus preseason favorite to win her fifth WNBA MVP award in 2026, showing +220 odds at Draft Kings Sportsbook as of Friday morning.
- Clark, who has perennially been the top attraction in awards futures since her debut in 2024, is drawing action once again, garnering a leading 29.5% of the MVP tickets at BetMGM.
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Bettors are buying into the next generation of WNBA superstars, but sportsbooks are standing by the reigning MVP as the season gets underway.
A'ja Wilson is the consensus preseason favorite to win her fifth WNBA MVP award in 2026, showing +220 odds at Draft Kings Sportsbook as of Friday morning. Fan favorite Caitlin Clark comes in next at +240 before a sizable gap to Napheesa Collier at +800.
Clark, who has perennially been the top attraction in awards futures since her debut in 2024, is drawing action once again, garnering a leading 29.5% of the MVP tickets at BetMGM. By keeping her odds short, bookmakers are looking to limit their exposure on Clark.
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