- Matchup: Atlanta Dream vs Phoenix Mercury
- Points Prop: 17 – Over (-111) Under (-115)
- Rebounds Prop: 4 – Over (Even) Under (-128)
- Assists Prop: 3 – Over (+105) Under (-135)
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On Saturday, August 22, 2026, Rhyne Howard and the Atlanta Dream will square off against the Phoenix Mercury at the Mortgage Matchup Center, available on WNBA League Pass. Prop bets are set for Howard at 4 rebounds, 3 assists, and 17 points.
Rhyne Howard’s Season Overview
Howard boasts a shooting percentage of 41.3% and an impressive 37.5% from the three-point line. This season, she’s recorded 129 assists and 132 rebounds, broken down into 26 offensive boards and 106 defensive boards. Her free throw percentage stands at 87.1%, complemented by an effective field goal percentage of 52.8%. Defensively, Howard averages 2.4 steals and 0.9 blocks. Over the course of 35 games, she has averaged 18.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 3.7 assists, while logging 1,206 minutes and accumulating 635 points.
Rhyne Howard’s Career Highlights
In her professional basketball career, Howard has tallied 5,724 minutes, alongside 294 steals and 130 blocks. She has scored a total of 2,964 points, dished out 610 assists, and grabbed 758 rebounds throughout her journey in the WNBA. Her career shooting percentage is 38.1%, with 34.5% accuracy from beyond the arc. Averaging 18.6 points per game, Howard also contributes 3.8 assists and sinks 2.8 three-pointers per contest. She collects an average of 4.4 rebounds a game (0.8 offensive, 3.6 defensive) and has an 81.6% success rate from the free-throw line. Defensively, she averages 1.7 steals and 0.8 blocks in her career.
Recent Performances: Rhyne Howard’s Last 5 Games
| Opponent | Minutes | Points | Assists | Rebounds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Sparks | 25 | 26 | 5 | 3 |
| Las Vegas Aces | 39 | 23 | 3 | 4 |
| Indiana Fever | 43 | 17 | 5 | 0 |
| Connecticut Sun | 29 | 29 | 4 | 5 |
| Toronto Tempo | 36 | 22 | 7 | 4 |
Defense Analysis: Phoenix Mercury
The Phoenix Mercury currently ranks 5th in the league, having allowed 773 assists to their opponents this season. They have a field goal percentage against of 46.3%, allowing 2,441 out of 1,130 attempts, and on average, they give up 34.1 rebounds per game. The team concedes 36.2% from beyond the arc, ranking 10th in the league for points allowed per game (87.5). On the defensive end, the Mercury force an average of 13 turnovers while committing 21.8 personal fouls per game.
Recent Team Performance: Atlanta Dream’s Last 5 Games
Rhyne Howard has accounted for 18.9% of the Dream’s total points and contributed 10.0% of team rebounds. Atlanta has shown impressive shooting, hitting 53.3% from the field (38 of 60) and a free throw conversion rate of 22.2% over their last five games. Howard has contributed to 26.7% of their assists during this span, averaging 4.0 per game. The Dream tallies 103.3 points and collects 26.7 rebounds on average per game over their last 5 outings, shooting 51.3% from three-point range and 54.3% on two-point shots.
Rhyne Howard’s Performance Over the Last 10 Games
During her last 10 games, Howard has played 33.6 minutes per game (5.9 field goals made and 13.9 attempts) with a shooting efficiency of 43.1%. Offensively, she has averaged 4.5 assists, 19.6 points, and 1.0 turnovers per game. Her true shooting percentage sits at 60.9%, with a free throw shooting rate of 75.8% during this stretch. She’s recorded 13 blocks, 33 total rebounds, and has scored 196 points in this time. In total, Howard has achieved 45 assists, 24 steals, and made 59 field goals. Over her last 10 appearances, she averages 3.3 rebounds, 2.9 personal fouls, and 4.3 free throw attempts.
Expert Prediction: Consider the Under on Assists (-135)
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