Published Jun 6, 2:20am ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Jun 6, 2:20am ET
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Updated Jun 6, 2:20am ET
One of Saturday's WNBA matchups features the Atlanta Dream hosting the Washington Mystics. Who has the edge in our Dream vs Mystics pick?
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| Atlanta Dream | -10 (-110) |
| Washington Mystics | +10 (-110) |
Following an 86–81 defeat to the Lynx on May 27, Atlanta bounced back with consecutive wins against the Fire and Sun. However, the Dream’s brief streak ended with an 83–71 loss to the Fever on Thursday.
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The Dream overcame a nine-point halftime deficit to take a brief one-point lead halfway through the third. Following a timeout, Indiana seized control of the game for good, thanks to a 16-0 burst.
Atlanta's offense featured four double-digit scorers. Allisha Gray and Jordin Canada finished with 13 points each. Naz Hillmon added 12, while Angel Reese posted a double-double of 11 points and 10 rebounds.
After a 2-3 start, the Mystics have responded with two wins in their last three games. Their recent outing was a one-sided 90-72 victory over the Chicago Sky on Tuesday.
There wasn’t much separation early, with Washington clinging to a 25–24 lead after the first quarter. But the Mystics seized control by dominating the middle frames 49–34, creating the cushion they needed to pull away late.
Shakira Austin led three double-digit scorers with a 17-point, eight-rebound effort. Kiki Iriafen contributed 15 points and 11 boards, while Michaela Onyenwere chipped in with 13 points and seven rebounds. Washington outrebounded Chicago 46-29 and scored 24 points off 19 turnovers.
Despite coming off a double-digit loss, Atlanta enters this battle as a huge 10-point favorite. Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
Atlanta has owned this matchup, taking four of the last five, and Washington’s 3–7 road slide only widens the gap. With both trends screaming in the same direction, the edge goes to the Dream.
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Atlanta Dream
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