Connecticut Sun at Washington Mystics 6/19/22 - WNBA Picks & Predictions
Last Updated: 06/18/2022 at 9:13 PM ET
The Connecticut Sun go back on the road Sunday afternoon to Washington, DC for a matchup with the Washington Mystics. Connecticut comes into Sunday as one of the better teams in the WNBA at 12-4 on the year after winning four of the last five games played including a 13 point win over Atlanta last game out. Offensively Connecticut dominated making 51.9% of their shots and 53.8% from beyond the arc to score 105 total points in the game including 58 in the first half.
Courtney Williams led all scorers for Connecticut with twenty points on eight of 12 shooting in 24 minutes on the floor. Natisha Hiedeman chipped in 18 points in 24 minutes and Jonquel Jones added 15 points and nine rebounds as the third starter in double figures.
The Washington Mystics will play their third consecutive home game Sunday afternoon streaking in the right direction following an 18 point blowout win against Phoenix last game out. Defensively Washington dominated Phoenix holding the Mercury to 38.7% shooting from the floor and forced 16 turnovers leading to the victory.
Shakira Austin led the way for the Washington offense with 16 points and 10 rebounds on six of 11 shooting in 26 minutes on the floor. Ariel Atkins added 13 points and Alysha Clark chipped in 11 points for Washington as well.
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Both teams are playing great basketball as of late, but Washington will get the edge on their home floor. Look for Washington to feed off the home crowd Sunday afternoon to get a big win over a good team. Take Washington at home to stretch their win streak and get their 11th win of the year. Final Score Prediction, Washington wins 88-82.
