Washington Mystics vs. Chicago Sky: Preview, Predictions and Picks for September 11, 2024

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Sep 11, 2024 8:10 AM
The Chicago Sky is set to host the Washington Mystics on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at 8:00 PM at Wintrust Arena, following a strong performance from Courtney Carter, who dropped 28 points in their previous game. The Sky, holding a 13-22 overall record and 6-12 home record, will look to even the regular season series against the Mystics, who lead 2-1.
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Mystics vs Sky statistics

Stat Mystics Sky
Streak L1 W2
Last Ten Games 5-5 3-7
Points Per Game 79.3 78.9
Rebounds Per Game 32.0 37.4
Assists Per Game 21.9 19.1
Blocks Per Game 3.3 3.6
Steals Per Game 7.3 7.4
Field Goal % 43.3 42.7
Three Point % 36.7 31.9
Points Against 83.1 81.8

Chicago Sky recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/8/24 vs Dallas Wings W 92-77
9/6/24 vs Los Angeles Sparks W 92-78
9/3/24 @ Las Vegas Aces L 90-71
9/1/24 @ Minnesota Lynx L 79-74
8/30/24 vs Indiana Fever L 100-81

Washington Mystics recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/8/24 vs Minnesota Lynx L 78-71
9/5/24 @ Phoenix Mercury W 90-77
9/3/24 @ Dallas Wings W 90-86
8/31/24 vs Connecticut Sun L 96-85
8/28/24 @ Chicago Sky W 74-70

Mystics vs Sky predictions

As the Washington Mystics gear up to take on the Chicago Sky, all eyes are likely to be on Ariel Atkins. She's been lighting up the scoreboard with an average of nearly 15 points per game. Let's also not overlook Julie Vanloo, who has been orchestrating the plays beautifully, dishing out around 4.6 assists per game. Given these stats, they're expected to bring their A-game, which could really set the tone for the Mystics.

On the flip side, the Chicago Sky have their own secret weapons. Even with Angel Reese sidelined, Chennedy Carter is proving to be a formidable force, averaging 17.5 points per game. Her ability to take control of the game could be key for Chicago. Additionally, Marina Mabrey, with her average of 4.5 assists per game, will need to step up to facilitate the offense effectively in Reese’s absence.

Considering how both teams are shaping up, the Chicago Sky might have a slight edge, especially playing on their home turf at Wintrust Arena. With the crowd behind them and Carter in fine form, they could very well harness this momentum to clinch a win against the Mystics. It's shaping up to be an exciting clash, and Chicago looks set to potentially use their home-court advantage to pull through with a victory.

Chicago Sky injuries

  • Angel Reese (F): Out
  • Diamond DeShields (G): Out
  • Elizabeth Williams (C): Out

Washington Mystics injuries

  • Shakira Austin (C): Out

Mystics vs Sky game info

Venue Wintrust Arena
Location Chicago, IL
Tip-off Wed 8:00 PM
TV MNMT

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