- Matchup: Atlanta Dream vs Chicago Sky
- Date: Tuesday, June 9, 2026
- Venue: Wintrust Arena, Chicago, IL
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Point Spread: Atlanta favored by 6.5 points
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The Atlanta Dream (7-3) will visit Wintrust Arena this Tuesday to challenge the Chicago Sky (4-7). Atlanta enters this game as 6.5-point favorites, with the total points set at 163.5.
In their most recent game, the Atlanta Dream triumphed over the Washington Mystics, securing a decisive 109-77 victory. Atlanta showcased their offensive prowess with a 48.5% shooting percentage, making 32 of 66 attempts and hitting 13 of 25 three-pointers. From the free-throw line, the Dream converted 32 of 41 attempts, yielding an impressive 78.0%. On the boards, they secured 42 rebounds, including 16 offensive rebounds. Additionally, Atlanta recorded 21 assists while forcing 17 turnovers from their opponents and making 16 steals. Defensively, they held the Mystics to 44.8% shooting (26 of 58), with the Mystics managing only 8 assists and 4 steals. Washington grabbed a total of 26 rebounds (8 offensive, 18 defensive) and recorded 4 blocks, finishing with 74.1% from the free-throw line by hitting 20 of 27 shots. They connected on 5 of their 16 attempts from beyond the arc.
Rhyne Howard was a standout performer, contributing 19 points with a shooting percentage of 54.5% (6 of 11). Despite playing 21 minutes, Howard did not record any rebounds but managed to dish out 3 assists.
As they approach this matchup, the Atlanta Dream hold a 7-3 record for the season. They average 85.8 points per game, ranking 9th in the league, with a field goal percentage of 43.3%. The Dream are also making 33.7% of their three-point attempts (91 of 270) and achieving 75.5% from the free-throw line. Collectively, they average 37.1 rebounds per game and have distributed 196 assists this season, placing them 13th in the league in assists. They are turning the ball over an average of 13.9 times per game while committing 17.6 fouls. Defensively, Atlanta forces 15.2 turnovers per game and draws 20.5 fouls. They allow 29.5% shooting from three-point range and rank 2nd in the league for points allowed per game (79.3). Among their defensive stats, they permit a shooting percentage of 45.5% (152 of 205) and average 29.5 rebounds allowed per game. They rank 4th in the WNBA for assists given up, with a total of 185.
In their last outing, the Chicago Sky fell to the Toronto Tempo, suffering an 85-68 defeat. The Sky secured 21 defensive rebounds and 7 offensive rebounds, accumulating a total of 28 boards. They committed 12 turnovers but gained 9 steals overall. The Tempo committed 21 fouls, allowing the Sky to attempt 26 free throws, converting 16 for 61.5%. From beyond the arc, Chicago managed to hit 6 of 25 attempts (24.0%) and finished the match shooting 23 of 65 overall, yielding a percentage of 35.4%. The Sky allowed the Tempo to shoot 39.0% from the field, as Toronto went 30 for 77, and Chicago restricted them to 18.2% shooting (4 of 22) from three-point territory, while converting 21 of 27 free throws (77.8%). Chicago permitted Toronto to grab 40 rebounds in total, including 14 offensive rebounds.
Azura Stevens significantly impacted the game for the Sky, making 8 out of 15 field goal attempts for a shooting rate of 53.3%, alongside securing 10 rebounds. In her 24 minutes on the court, Stevens totaled 18 points but did not register any assists.
Currently, Chicago stands at 4-7 on the season. The Sky average 21.6 fouls per game and possess a free-throw percentage of 74.5%. They assist their teammates 19.0 times per game (10th in the league) and average 12.2 turnovers per contest. So far this season, the Sky have accumulated 887 points (80.6 points per game) and average 33.7 rebounds per game. Offensively, Chicago connects on 41.1% of their shots, ranking 13th in the WNBA. Defensively, they sit 10th in points allowed per game (85.9). Chicago gives up an average of 18.8 assists and 40.1 rebounds per contest, rating 6th and 15th in the league, respectively. They allow opponents to shoot 30.9% from three-point range (76 of 246) and opponents successfully convert 78.5% of their free-throw attempts. The Sky force an average of 13.0 turnovers per game and allow their opponents a shooting percentage of 42.3% from the field (5th in the WNBA).
Who will cover the spread in tonight’s WNBA matchup?
Recommendation: Back Atlanta (-6.5)
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