- Matchup: Atlanta Dream vs Washington Mystics
- Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
- Venue: CareFirst Arena in Washington, DC
- Broadcast: ION
- Odds/Point Spread: Atlanta favored by 3.5 points
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The Atlanta Dream (19-11) arrive at CareFirst Arena on Friday to take on the Washington Mystics (17-12). Atlanta enters this clash as 3.5-point favorites, with the over/under set at 170.5 points.
In their previous encounter, the Atlanta Dream defeated the Phoenix Mercury with a score of 96-82. Atlanta showcased an impressive shooting performance, achieving a 47.1% field goal success rate (33 of 70) and converting 14 of 33 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free throw line, the Dream excelled, sinking 16 of 17 shots for a remarkable 94.1% accuracy. On the boards, Atlanta collected 34 rebounds, which included 12 offensive boards. The team also registered 19 assists, forced 9 turnovers from their opponents, and secured 5 steals. Defensively, Atlanta held their opponent to a shooting percentage of 40.6%, allowing 26 field goals out of 64 attempts. Phoenix finished with 5 assists and 5 steals, while grabbing 30 rebounds (5 offensive, 25 defensive) and blocking 6 shots. The Mercury converted 23 of their 26 free throw attempts, boasting an 88.5% success rate, and made 7 of 24 shots from three-point range.
Rhyne Howard made a significant impact in the game, scoring 23 points on 6 of 13 shooting. With 33 minutes of playtime, she also grabbed 6 boards and distributed 8 assists, finishing the game with a shooting rate of 46.2%.
As the season unfolds, Atlanta holds a record of 19-11. The team averages 13.0 turnovers per game and commits around 19.4 personal fouls. Atlanta gathers 34.7 rebounds per matchup and has recorded 623 assists throughout the season, ranking 10th in the league. The Dream shoot 30.9% from three-point land (246 of 797) and 77.9% from the charity stripe. They are scoring an average of 89.5 points per game, placing them 6th in the league, while achieving a field goal percentage of 43.8%. Defensively, Atlanta forces 16.0 turnovers per game and draws 21.5 fouls. They permit 36.6% shooting from deep and are ranked 5th in terms of PPG allowed (85.9). The Dream allow 48.5% shooting from the floor (481 of 644) and concede 29.7 boards per contest, ranking 4th in terms of opponent assists allowed with 593.
In their latest outing, the Washington Mystics secured a victory, defeating the Dallas Wings 96-92. Washington grabbed 34 total rebounds, with 26 defensive and 8 offensive boards. They turned the ball over 11 times but managed to create 6 steals during the game. The Wings committed 26 fouls, granting the Mystics 26 free throw attempts, of which they converted 22 for an 84.6% success rate. From three-point range, Washington made 8 of 22 attempts (36.4%). Overall, they shot 50.0% from the field, converting 33 of 66 shots. Defensively, the Mystics allowed the Wings to shoot 50.0% as well, permitting 34 of 68 shots and 39.1% from long range (9 of 23). Washington also gave up 32 rebounds to Dallas, with 7 coming from offensive boards.
Shakira Austin was a standout performer for the Mystics, scoring 27 points on 9 of 15 shooting and recording 13 rebounds in 36 minutes of play, along with 2 dimes.
Washington enters this matchup with a 17-12 record. Offensively, the Mystics are shooting 43.7% from the field, ranking 12th in the league. They have scored a total of 2,369 points this season, averaging 81.7 points per game, and securing 37.2 rebounds per contest. They average 19.2 assists each game (13th in the WNBA) while turning the ball over 15.5 times per contest. The Mystics commit an average of 20.1 personal fouls and shoot 74.8% from the free-throw line. Defensively, they are 2nd in the league for points allowed per game, with an average of 83.2. Washington restricts opponents to 32.5% shooting from three-point distance (250 of 770) and allows 78.0% at the free throw line. They permit 19.6 assists and 30.5 rebounds each game, ranking 3rd in both categories. The Mystics force 12.2 turnovers per game and hold opponents to a field goal percentage of 42.8%, also ranking 2nd in the league.
Who emerges victorious in tonight’s WNBA match against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Washington (+3.5)
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