Mystics vs Sky Picks and Prediction – 8/29/2024

The Washington Mystics end a lengthy homestand Wednesday with a game up north in Chicago. The Mystics are one of the worst teams in the game currently sitting in last place in the Eastern Conference. Offensively Washington has been bad this season averaging less than 79 points on 43% shooting from the floor. Defensively Washington has been even worse allowing 83.4 points per game overall but gave up just 74 in their most recent victory against Los Angeles. For other WNBA news see our WNBA Picks.

Ariel Atkins leads the Washington offense this season averaging 15.3 points per game. Brittany Sykes is second on the team averaging 14 points but has played in just eight games. Shakira Austin averages 12.6 points per game and Stefanie Dolson has averaged 10 points per game overall. Aaliyah Edwards averages eight points and leads the team pulling in 5.7 rebounds. Julie Vanloo averages 7.8 points and leads the way dishing out 4.9 assists per game.

The Chicago Sky stay on their home floor Wednesday seven games below .500 having lost four of the last five including three in a row. Offensively Chicago has been a bottom feeder scoring the ball scoring just 78.6 points per game and have averaged 74.3 points during their three-game losing streak. Defensively Chicago has had troubles as well giving up almost 82 points per game this season.

Chennedy Carter is the offensive leader this season for Chicago scoring17.2 points per game. Marina Mabrey averages 14 points and adds a team leading 4.5 assists. Elizabeth Williams is the fourth Chicago player in double figures averaging 10 points per game but has played in just nine games. Angel Reese averages 13.5 points and a league leading 12.9 rebounds per game.

Both teams have been below average this year but Chicago is playin better basketball coming into this game. Expect the sky to use their depth against one of the worst teams in the league. Chicago will do enough Wednesday on the road to pull off the road win and cover. Final Score Prediction, Chicago Sky win and cover 83-75.