- Matchup: Los Angeles Sparks vs Washington Mystics
- Event Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
- Venue: CareFirst Arena, Washington, DC
- Broadcast: WNBA League Pass
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The Washington Mystics (19-14) will take on the Los Angeles Sparks (12-21) at CareFirst Arena this Saturday.
In their previous game, the Los Angeles Sparks faced off against the New York Liberty, suffering a narrow defeat with a score of 85-81. The Sparks recorded a field goal percentage of 47.1% (32 out of 68) and successfully converted 10 of their 30 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they managed to sink 7 out of 13 shots, achieving a percentage of 53.8%. On the rebound front, they tallied 36 in total, with 9 being offensive rebounds. Additionally, they distributed 22 assists, forced 11 turnovers, and made 7 steals. Defensively, Los Angeles conceded a shooting percentage of 41.6% from the field (32 of 77) to New York, who recorded 14 assists and 12 steals, plus 41 rebounds (14 offensive, 27 defensive) and a single block. The Liberty shot 77.8% from the charity stripe, hitting 14 of 18 and made 7 out of 27 three-point attempts.
Rae Burrell was a standout performer in this matchup. She racked up 28 points on 10 of 19 shooting, played for 33 minutes, and secured 3 rebounds, finishing the game with an impressive shooting percentage of 52.6% and providing 3 assists.
Currently, the Los Angeles Sparks hold a record of 12-21 this season. They are scoring an average of 88.9 points per game (7th in the WNBA) with a field goal percentage of 46.6%. From beyond the arc, they are hitting 33.3% (295 out of 886) and boast a free-throw accuracy of 77.9%. As a unit, the Sparks average 31.2 rebounds per game and have registered 730 assists this season, ranking 6th in the league for assists. They turn the ball over 14.2 times per game and commit 20.0 fouls on average. On the defensive end, the Sparks force 13.9 turnovers per game and accumulate 21.4 personal fouls. They are ranked 12th in the league, allowing 744 assists against them this season. Their opponents shoot 47.7% (459 of 705) against them and the Sparks give up an average of 35.2 rebounds per game while allowing 34.5% on three-point attempts, placing them 14th in PPG allowed (93.4).
In their recent encounter, the Washington Mystics secured a decisive victory, defeating the Las Vegas Aces 76-58. The Mystics collected 28 defensive rebounds and 7 offensive rebounds for a total of 35 in the game. They turned the ball over 15 times yet managed to secure 5 steals throughout the match. The Aces committed 21 fouls, allowing the Mystics to attempt 16 free throws, converting on 8 for a percentage of 50%. From beyond the arc, Washington hit 6 out of 15 attempts (40.0%). Their overall shooting performance stood at 31 for 61, equating to a field goal percentage of 50.8%. Defensively, the Mystics allowed the Aces to shoot 40.7% from the floor, enabling them to make 24 out of 59 attempts. Washington was successful on 10 of 25 three-point shots (40.0%) and had a stellar free throw percentage of 92.6% (25 of 27). They also limited Las Vegas to just 27 total rebounds (4 offensive).
Shakira Austin was instrumental for the Mystics in the game, scoring 29 points on 12 of 20 shooting (60.0%) while adding 8 rebounds, though she did not record an assist.
The Washington Mystics hold a season record of 19-14. They commit an average of 20.1 fouls per game and maintain a free-throw accuracy of 72.7%. They tally 19.2 assists per game (13th in the league) and have an average of 15.3 turnovers. This season, Washington has accumulated 2,695 points (81.7 per game) and grabs an average of 37.6 rebounds. Offensively, they are hitting 44.1% of their shots, placing them 11th in the league. On the defensive side, the Mystics are ranked 2nd in the league for points allowed per game (82.7). Their opponents shoot 32.9% from three-point range (286 of 868), and they allow 78.4% success from the charity stripe. Defensively, they allow 19.6 assists and 30.7 rebounds on average per game, ranking 4th and 2nd in the WNBA, respectively. Additionally, Washington forces 12.3 turnovers per game and has limited rival teams to a shooting percentage of 42.4% (1st in the WNBA).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s WNBA showdown against the spread?
Prediction: Back Washington
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