Published Aug 1, 9:14pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Aug 1, 9:14pm ET
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One of Monday's WNBA matchups features the Las Vegas Aces visiting the Atlanta Dream. Which team has the edge in our Aces vs Dream pick?
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| Atlanta Dream | +1.5 (-109) |
| Las Vegas Aces | -1.5 (-114) |
Las Vegas had gone 3-1 in their last four outings. But an 84-83 loss to the Chicago Sky snapped its recent two-game win streak.
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A'ja Wilson's layup gave the Aces a one-point lead with 3.2 seconds remaining, but Chicago had the final say. Sydney Taylor knocked down the go-ahead 3-pointer with less than a second left to help Chicago snap its seven-game skid against Las Vegas.
Wilson powered the offense with 36 points, adding 12 rebounds, four assists, and two blocked shots. Jackie Young put up 18 points along with 11 assists, while NaLyssa Smith added 17 points and six boards, providing the team with a serious triple threat, albeit in a losing effort.
On the other side, the Dream have won each of their last five games. This stretch includes a 98-89 victory over the Seattle Storm on Friday night.
Atlanta held a 14-point advantage at intermission before the Storm rallied to cut the deficit in half by the end of the third quarter. But the Dream saved the best for last, putting up 32 points in the final frame to hold on for a nine-point win.
Angel Reese led the way with 21 points and 13 rebounds. Naz Hillmon scored 18, and Allisha Gray added 16, fueling an offense that had five double-digit scorers.
Here's what you need to know for both teams ahead of this encounter.
Neither side offers a clear advantage across the last 10 outings. Although Atlanta is 4-1 in its last five home games, the Aces have won five straight in this series, giving the defending champs the edge in what should be a tough battle.
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