The Chicago Sky and Washington Mystics meet Tuesday in WNBA action at the CareFirst Arena. Here’s a Mystics vs Sky Prediction. This article will include a Mystics vs Sky Pick.
Chicago Sky Betting Preview
The Chicago Sky need a win after losing 5 of their last 6 games. The Sky have lost 4 straight games overall.
The Chicago Sky are averaging 82.8 points on 40.9 percent shooting and allowing 86.3 points on 42.6 percent shooting. Skylar Diggins is averaging 14.1 points and 4.6 rebounds, while Kamilla Cardoso is averaging 12.9 points and 9.6 rebounds. Gabriela Jaquez is the third double-digit scorer, and Natasha Cloud is grabbing 4.6 rebounds. The Chicago Sky are shooting 24.7 percent from beyond the arc and 76.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Chicago Sky are allowing 32.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34.6 rebounds per game.
Washington Mystics Betting Preview
The Washington Mystics need a win after losing 3 of their last 4 games. The Mystics have lost their first two home games this season.
The Washington Mystics are averaging 83.4 points on 45.6 percent shooting and allowing 87.1 points on 41.5 percent shooting. Sonia Citron is averaging 17.7 points and 3.4 rebounds, while Shakira Austin is averaging 17.1 points and 2.9 assists. Kiki Iriafen is the third double-digit scorer, and Michaela Onyenwere is grabbing 1.7 rebounds. The Washington Mystics are shooting 26.2 percent from beyond the arc and 76.2 percent from the free-throw line. The Washington Mystics are allowing 34.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 35.9 rebounds per game.
Why the Washington Mystics will win
- The Mystics have won each of their last 11 games as home favorites following a home loss.
- The Sky have lost each of their last eight Tuesday road games.
- The Mystics have covered the spread in eight of their last nine games at CareFirst Arena following a home loss.
- The Sky have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games.
Why the Chicago Sky will win
- The Mystics have lost each of their last seven home games.
- The road team has won eight of the Sky’s last nine games.
- The road team has covered the spread in seven of the Sky’s last eight games.
- The Mystics have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games as home favorites.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Sky’s last four games as underdogs following a home loss have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Six of the Mystics’ last seven night games at CareFirst Arena following a home loss have gone UNDER the total points line.
Washington Mystics Player Facts
- Kiki Iriafen ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for rebounds per game (10.4) this season.
- Shakira Austin ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for points in the paint per game (11.1) this season.
Chicago Sky Player Facts
- Skylar Diggins has recorded 2+ assists in 95 consecutive appearances – the longest active streak of any player in the league.
- Kamilla Cardoso ranks 1st amongst qualified Centers for rebounds per game (9.6) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Washington Mystics rank 14th for three-point percentage this season (26.2%).
- The Washington Mystics rank 14th for opponent free throws made per game this season (20.6).
- The Chicago Sky rank 14th for steals per game this season (6.4).
- The Chicago Sky rank 14th for opponent field goal attempts per game this season (70.5).
Mystics vs Sky Injury Report
Sonia Citron is out for the Mystics with a foot sprain. Alex Wilson is questionable with a hamstring injury.
The Sky will be without DiJonai Carrington due to a foot injury. Courtney Vandersloot is also out with a knee injury. Rickea Jackson is out with a knee injury. Gabriela Jaquez is out with a knee injury.
Mystics vs Sky Prediction
The Sky have seen all 3 of their wins come on the road, while the Mystics have yet to win at home. It makes the bucket worth a look. However, the Sky remain the most banged-up team in the league, and their offense has fallen off a cliff over their last few games. There’s just not enough bodies available, as a good portion of their rotation is injured. The Mystics are due for a good showing at home, and there were positive things to take away from a close loss to the Sparks despite the loss. We’re laying a soft line. I’m rolling with the Mystics against an understaffed Sky squad that’s in free fall.