Chicago Sky vs. Atlanta Dream: Preview, Predictions and Picks for September 17, 2024

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Sep 17, 2024 8:11 AM
On Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at 7:30 PM, the Atlanta Dream will host the Chicago Sky at the Gateway Center. Both teams are tied for last place in the Eastern Conference with identical 13-25 records, setting the stage for a competitive matchup. The Sky lead the regular season series 2-1, but the Dream will look to even the score on their home court.
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Sky vs Dream statistics

Stat Sky Dream
Streak L3 W1
Last Ten Games 2-8 3-7
Points Per Game 78.2 76.7
Rebounds Per Game 37.1 36.2
Assists Per Game 19.2 18.3
Blocks Per Game 3.7 3.7
Steals Per Game 7.2 7.1
Field Goal % 42.5 40.4
Three Point % 32.4 30.7
Points Against 82.3 80.3

Atlanta Dream recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/15/24 @ Washington Mystics W 76-73 OT
9/13/24 vs Washington Mystics L 72-69
9/10/24 vs Minnesota Lynx L 76-64
9/8/24 @ Indiana Fever L 104-100 OT
9/6/24 vs Dallas Wings W 107-96 OT

Chicago Sky recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/15/24 vs Phoenix Mercury L 93-88
9/13/24 @ Minnesota Lynx L 83-66
9/11/24 vs Washington Mystics L 89-58
9/8/24 vs Dallas Wings W 92-77
9/6/24 vs Los Angeles Sparks W 92-78

Sky vs Dream predictions

Chennedy Carter has been lighting up the court for the Chicago Sky, averaging an impressive 17.5 points per game this season. Even with Angel Reese sidelined due to an injury, Carter's performance remains pivotal. Keep an eye on Marina Mabrey too, as her 4.5 assists per game have been crucial for setting up plays. Their effectiveness in the upcoming game against Atlanta will heavily depend on these two maintaining their rhythm, especially in a setting where every point counts. Given Reese's absence, the Sky will really need Carter and Mabrey to step up and fill that gap.

Switching over to the Atlanta Dream, Rhyne Howard is certainly a player to watch. Matching Carter's scoring average with 17.5 points of her own and adding 3.1 assists per game, Howard demonstrates versatility and leadership on the court. Meanwhile, veteran Tina Charles is another critical component for Atlanta, pulling down 9.5 rebounds per game. Their ability to collaborate effectively could definitely tilt the scales in favor of the Dream, especially in front of their home crowd at the Gateway Center.

Given the matchups and the current form of key players, predicting the outcome of the game leans slightly towards Atlanta. Playing at home can offer the Dream an edge, possibly making the difference in a tightly contested matchup. With Howard and Charles likely to exploit the absence of Reese for Chicago, Atlanta could very well capitalize and edge out a win in this Eastern Conference battle. Keep your eyes on the court; this game promises to deliver some exciting basketball.

Atlanta Dream injuries

  • Cheyenne Parker-Tyus (F): Out
  • Aerial Powers (G): Out

Chicago Sky injuries

  • Diamond DeShields (G): Out
  • Kamilla Cardoso (C): Day-To-Day
  • Angel Reese (F): Out
  • Elizabeth Williams (C): Out

Sky vs Dream game info

Venue Gateway Center
Location College Park, GA
Tip-off Tue 7:30 PM

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