Wings vs Dream Picks and Prediction – 9/6/2024

The Dallas Wings and Atlanta Dream are set to face off in a matchup between two struggling teams. The Wings come into this game with a 9-24 record, having lost the last game 90-86 to Washington. The Dream, at 11-22, are also coming off a loss, falling to Phoenix 74-66 despite a 31-point effort from Rhyne Howard. Take the WNBA by storm with our WNBA picks.

The Dallas Wings enter this game with a 9-24 record and a disappointing 2-14 mark on the road. The team has dropped two straight games, including a tight 90-86 loss to the Washington Mystics. Arike Ogunbowale continues to be the primary offensive force, averaging 22.6 points per game while shooting 37.7% from the field and an outstanding 92.1% from the free-throw line. 

Dallas scores 83.7 points per game, but defensive issues are glaring, as they allow 90.6 points per contest. The ability to move the ball, with 20.1 assists per game, has been a bright spot, but the defense must improve if they want to snap the current losing skid. Injuries, including Stephanie Soares' questionable status, also could create problems in this matchup.

The Atlanta Dream, with an 11-22 record, are not in much better shape but have the advantage of playing at home, where they are 6-10. They come into this game following a 74-66 loss to the Phoenix Mercury, despite a stellar 31-point performance from Rhyne Howard. Howard has been the Dream’s top player all season, averaging 16.7 points per game, but Atlanta's offense has struggled, scoring just 75.8 points per contest. 

Defensively, they are slightly better than the Wings, allowing 79.8 points per game, but with key players like Cheyenne Parker-Tyus out, they will need others to step up. Atlanta’s ability to win the battle on the boards, where they average 35.9 rebounds per game, will be critical if they hope to exploit Dallas' defensive weaknesses.

With both teams dealing with defensive lapses and missing key players, this game should be a close one. However, Atlanta’s home court and Howard's scoring ability give the Dream the upper hand. Final Score Prediction: Atlanta Dream win 83-80.