Game Information
Matchup: Washington Mystics (13-14) vs Atlanta Dream (17-11)
Date: Sunday, August 3, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM ET
Venue: Gateway Center Arena, College Park, GA
Broadcast: ESPN3, Peachtree TV, MNMT, WNBA League Pass
Game Storylines
Dream Riding High Despite Injuries
The Atlanta Dream are surging, winning four of their last five games, including a dominant 95-72 win over Phoenix. Even without stars Rhyne Howard (knee) and Brittney Griner (neck), Atlanta’s offense has flourished. Allisha Gray dropped 26 points on just 12 shots last game, while Naz Hillmon and Brionna Jones added 18 and 16 respectively. Coach Karl Smesko’s system is clicking, with improved ball movement, spacing, and cutting. The Dream lead the WNBA in rebounds per game (36.3) and rank fifth in scoring (84.0 PPG).
Mystics Battling for Playoff Position
The Washington Mystics, currently ninth in the standings, are fighting to stay in playoff contention. Despite a 68-67 loss to the Golden State Valkyries, rookies Sonia Citron (14.3 PPG) and Kiki Iriafen (11.9 PPG, 8.4 RPG) have been bright spots. Washington has struggled on the road (4-8 away record) and will be without Georgia Amoore (ACL) and possibly Aaliyah Edwards (wrist).
Key Stats Comparison
| Category | Mystics | Dream |
| Record | 13-14 | 17-11 |
| Points Per Game | 78.6 | 84.0 |
| FG% | 43.3% | 43.8% |
| 3PT Made/Game | 7.7 | 9.5 |
| Rebounds/Game | 36.3 | 36.3 |
| Top Scorer | Brittney Sykes (15.8) | Allisha Gray (18.6) |
| Injuries | Amoore, Edwards (Q) | Howard, Griner (Out) |
Projected Starting Lineups
Washington Mystics
G: Brittney Sykes
G: Sonia Citron
F: Shakira Austin
F: Kiki Iriafen
C: Stefanie Dolson
Atlanta Dream
G: Jordin Canada
G: Allisha Gray
F: Naz Hillmon
F: Brionna Jones
C: Laeticia Amihere
GAME ODDS
Washington Mystics 157.5
Atlanta Dream – 6.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, August 2, 2025
