Sky vs Mystics Picks and Prediction – 6/14/2024

Chicago Sky (4-7) will face off against the struggling Washington Mystics (1-12) on Friday. The Sky, who have struggled this season, are coming off a tough loss against Atlanta, whereas the Mystics managed to secure a rare win against Atlanta, breaking a lengthy losing streak. This game is a chance for the Mystics to end a five-game home skid, while the Sky aim to bounce back and improve in the league standings. Take the WNBA by storm with our WNBA picks.

The Chicago Sky have shown flashes of excellent play but have been inconsistent. Marina Mabrey leads the Sky with 15.1 points per game, supported by her 38.5% shooting from the field and an impressive 83.3% from the free-throw line. Chennedy Carter has also been a key contributor, averaging 13.5 points and shooting a solid 50.9% over the last ten games. 

However, the Sky have struggled defensively, allowing 80.0 points per game, which is a significant area of concern. Despite these defensive lapses, the Sky have been effective on the boards, averaging 35.7 rebounds per game, and an aggressive defense has led to 9.8 steals per game.

The Washington Mystics, on the other hand, are in dire straits with a dismal 1-12 record. Ariel Atkins, the leading scorer with 13.5 points per game, and Aaliyah Edwards, who has been performing well with an average of 9.1 points over the last ten games, provide some offensive spark. The Mystics have struggled mightily both offensively and defensively, scoring just 75.4 points per game while allowing 82.4 points. 

The rebounding has also been an issue, managing only 31.8 rebounds per game. Injuries have further compounded problems, with Shakira Austin out and Brittney Sykes listed as day-to-day. This has put additional pressure on an already thin lineup.