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WNBA Game Preview: Toronto Tempo (10-22) vs. Dallas Wings (19-14)

College Park Center, Arlington, Texas
Tip-off: 8:00 p.m. ET
TV: USA Network, KFAA, TSN (streaming via Fubo/League Pass where available)

This is the third meeting of the season between the teams. The Wings swept the first two (89-76 and 108-95 in July). Dallas is trying to snap a three-game losing streak; Toronto is mired in a nine-game skid and sits near the bottom of the Eastern Conference.

Current Player Rosters / Key Contributors

Toronto Tempo key players: Marina Mabrey (leading scorer, ~21 PPG), Julie Allemand (playmaking), Isabelle Harrison / Nyara Sabally (frontcourt), Kia Nurse, Kiki Rice, Laura Juskaite. Offense relies heavily on Mabrey’s scoring punch.

Dallas Wings key players: Paige Bueckers (~20–21 PPG, 6+ APG), Arike Ogunbowale (scoring threat), Jessica Shepard (when healthy, rebounding/assists leader), Azzi Fudd, Alysha Clark. Strong perimeter play and interior presence when healthy.

Injury Reports

Toronto Tempo:

Brittney Sykes (G): Out (foot) — long-term absence.

Julie Allemand (G): Questionable (thigh).

Maria Conde (F): Questionable (calf).
Depth in the backcourt and wing is impacted.

Dallas Wings:

Jessica Shepard (F): Out (ankle).

Alysha Clark (F): Questionable (back).

Azzi Fudd (G): Questionable (knee; returned to full practice).
Frontcourt and perimeter depth tested, but Bueckers remains the focal point.

Key Player Versus Player Matchups

Marina Mabrey vs. Dallas perimeter defenders (Bueckers/Ogunbowale): Mabrey’s scoring volume will be key for Toronto’s offense.

Paige Bueckers vs. Toronto’s defense: Bueckers can exploit mismatches in scoring and facilitating, especially with Shepard out.

Frontcourt battles involving Harrison/Sabally against Dallas bigs.

Toronto’s defense has struggled (allowing high points and threes); Dallas’ scoring depth should create advantages.

Recent Team Forms

Toronto Tempo: 0-9 in last 9 / poor overall (10-22); defensive issues and road struggles (4-10 or worse away). High-scoring losses recently.

Dallas Wings: 0-3 in last 3 / 19-14 overall; competitive but inconsistent lately. Stronger at home and better overall efficiency.

Series History

Dallas leads the 2026 season series 2-0, winning both earlier matchups by double digits. Wings have the clear head-to-head edge.

Betting Trends

Over has hit frequently in Tempo road games.

GAME ODDS

Toronto Tempo                 184

Dallas Wings                      – 10

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Los Angeles Dodgers Activate Blake Snell

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LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Dodgers activated left-handed pitcher Blake Snell from the injured list, optioned left-handed pitcher Charlie Barnes and transferred right-handed pitcher Blake Treinen to the 60-day injured list.

Snell, 33, will make his second start of the season after being sidelined since May 12 with loose bodies in his left elbow. In his lone start this season on May 9 against the Braves, he went three innings, allowing four runs on six hits. He made 11 starts for the Dodgers in 2025, posting a 2.35 ERA with a 1.255 WHIP in 61.1 innings. He helped the Dodgers to their ninth World Series Championship, recording three wins and 3.18 ERA in six postseason games, including eight scoreless innings in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series. He is in his 11th Major League season with stops in Tampa Bay (2016-20), San Diego (2021-23), San Francisco (2024) and Los Angeles (2025-), and he is 81-63 with a 3.17 ERA in 223 starts. The two-time Cy Young Award winner was drafted by the Tampa Bay Rays (52nd overall) in the 2011 First Year Player Draft out of Shorewood High School (Wa).

Barnes, 30, was added yesterday but did not appear in the game. He went 0-1 with a 6.30 ERA in four appearances for the Dodgers. He has been in the Majors parts of two seasons with the Minnesota Twins (2021), Chicago Cubs (2026) and Dodgers (2026), recording an 0-4 mark with a 6.18 ERA in 51 innings. In six minor league seasons, he owns a 30-26 record with a 3.94 ERA and 403 strikeouts in 456.2 innings. He was a fourth-round draft pick by the Minnesota Twins in the 2017 First Year Player Draft out of the University of Clemson.

Boston Red Sox finalize three roster transactions

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BOSTON, MA – The Boston Red Sox today announced the following roster moves:

  • Reinstated catcher Adley Rutschman from the 10-Day Injured List and added him to the active Major League roster. He will wear number 31.
  • Designated catcher Jake Rogers for assignment.
  • Transferred infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa to the 60-Day Injured List.

The Red Sox’ 40-man roster is now at 38.

Texas Rangers Select OF Jarred Kelenic from Triple-A Round Rock, Designate INF Jonah Bride for Assignment

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Kelenic is entering his second stint with the Rangers in 2026

Anaheim, Calif. — The Texas Rangers announced the following transactions prior to tonight’s game against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium:

  • Outfielder Jarred Kelenic (#25) contract selected from Triple-A Round Rock
  • Infielder Jonah Bride designated for assignment
  • Catcher Danny Jansen sent to Triple-A Round Rock on injury rehab assignment

Kelenic (‘KELL-nick’) is embarking on his second stint with the Rangers after appearing in 7 games for the club from June 19-28, going 1-for-8 with 2 walks and 2 runs scored before being designated for assignment on June 29. He was twice re-signed to a minor league contract on July 3 and July 29 and has batted .373 (53-142) with 7 home runs, 4 triples, 11 doubles, and 24 RBI in 37 total games for Triple-A Round Rock this season. Since his first game for the Express on June 3, Kelenic leads Pacific Coast League qualifiers in batting average and on-base percentage (.447), while also ranking highly in slugging percentage (3rd, .655), OPS (3rd, 1.102), runs scored (4th, 43), and triples (T5th).

The 27-year-old opened the campaign in the Chicago White Sox organization, signing a minor league contract with the club in January and having his contract selected on April 29. Kelenic logged 19 games for the Pale Hose before being designated for assignment on May 25 and electing free agency on May 30. Originally selected in the first round (6th overall) of the 2018 MLB Draft by New York-NL out of Waukesha West (Wis.) High School, Kelenic has seen big-league action in each of the last six years, appearing in 433 games for the Mariners (2021-23), Braves (2024-25), White Sox (2026), and Rangers (2026). He has seen action at all three outfield spots in the Majors, primarily in leftfield (179 games) and centerfield (159).

Bride, 30, started each of Texas’ last 2 games at third base after having his contract selected prior to Sunday’s game, going 1-for-5 with a single, walk, and 2 strikeouts. The Rangers have seven days to trade, release, or outright Bride to the minor leagues.

Jansen, 31, has missed the Rangers’ last 58 games since being placed on the Injured List on June 6 (retroactive to June 3) with a right forearm strain. He was transferred to the 60-day Injured List on August 2. In 41 games for the Rangers this season, Jansen has batted .171 (21-123) with 3 home runs and 12 RBI.

With today’s transactions, the Rangers remain at the 40-man limit on the club’s Major League roster, along with seven players on the 60-day Injured List (RHP’s Carter Baumler, Jose Corniell, and Jack Leiter, LHP’s Jalen Beeks and Robert Garcia, INF/OF Michael Helman, and C Danny Jansen).

Los Angeles Angels relieve Mike Maddux, Dom Chiti and Darryl Scott from pitching staff

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ANAHEIM – The Angels announced today that the Club has relieved Pitching Coach Mike Maddux, Bullpen Coach Dom Chiti and Assistant Pitching Coach Darryl Scott of their duties. Additionally, Tim Leveque has been named Interim Pitching Coach and Michael Wuertz will serve as Interim Bullpen Coach. Today’s announcements were made by Angels Baseball Operations Consultant John Mozeliak.

“After spending time discussing with Kurt where we are as a coaching staff and where we want to go in the future, we felt it was best to make a change,” said Mozeliak. “With seven weeks remaining, we plan to use this time to evaluate what additional steps are needed to elevate our entire pitching program and best position us for success moving forward.”

Leveque joined the Angels organization this season as Double-A Rocket City’s Pitching Coach after spending the previous 20 seasons in the St. Louis Cardinals organization. He was a Pitching Analyst in the Cardinals scouting department in 2025, after working the previous nine years as Senior Minor League Pitching Coordinator, overseeing pitcher development throughout the system. Earlier in his career, Leveque served as a Pitching Coach at multiple Cardinals affiliates and began his professional baseball career as a video intern with Milwaukee in 2005. A Northridge, CA native, Leveque was selected by Detroit in the 29th round of the 1999 Draft, but elected to attend the University of Michigan, where he pitched from 2000-03.

Wuertz is in his 11th year in the Angels organization and was serving as the Angels Minor League Assistant Pitching Coordinator, following five seasons as the inaugural Pitching Coach with Double-A Rocket City. He previously worked with High-A Inland Empire (2016-17, 2019) and Rookie-Level Orem (2018) as a Pitching Coach to begin his tenure with the organization. Wuertz pitched eight Major League seasons with the Cubs (2004-08) and Athletics (2009-11), going 21-11 with a 3.71 ERA (414.1 IP – 171 ER) in 426 career games. A native of Austin, MN, he was selected by the Cubs in the 11th round of the 1997 Draft.

Tyson Philpot headlines Week 10 Players of the Week

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Johnson and Coxie also named to week’s best

TORONTO – Tyson Philpot, KeeSean Johnson and Damonte Coxie have been named Week 10 Players of the Week in the Canadian Football League (CFL). The honour spotlights exceptional statistical performances, pivotal plays, game-breaking feats and more.

The three players were chosen by a panel composed of representatives from the CFL’s Football Operations, Player and Game Statistics, and Content departments.

  1. TYSON PHILPOT | REC | MONTREAL ALOUETTES | MTL 48 – EDM 30
    • 10 receptions for 131 yards; average of 13.1 yards per reception
    • Sixth 100-yard+ game of the season
    • Three touchdowns; six-nine- and 56-yard efforts
    • First career three-major performance
    • Four second down conversions and 44 yards after catch
    • Fifth Player of the Week honour (W2, W4, W6, and W9)
  2. KEESEAN JOHNSON | REC | SASKATCHEWAN ROUGHRIDERS | SSK 42 – OTT 20
    • 11 receptions for 133 yards
    • Fourth 100-yard+ game of the season
    • One five-yard touchdown reception with seven seconds remaining in the first half
    • Four second down conversions and 25 yards after catch
    • Second Player of the Week honour (W5)
  3. DAMONTE COXIE | REC | TORONTO ARGONAUTS | TOR 33 – CGY 30
    • Eight receptions for season-high 161 yards (20.1 average)
    • Two receptions of 30+ yards, including a 31-yard reception with 57 seconds remaining to set up the game-winning field goal
    • Four second down conversions
    • 43 yards after catch

2026 PLAYERS OF THE WEEK – IN REVIEW

  • W1 | Justin Rankin (EDM) | Robert Kennedy III (MTL) | Jake Ceresna (WPG)
  • W2 | Trevor Harris (SSK) | Tyson Philpot (MTL) | Davis Alexander (MTL)
  • W3 | Bo Levi Mitchell (HAM) | Justin Rankin (EDM) | Kevin Mital (TOR)
  • W4 | Tyson Philpot (MTL) | Davis Alexander (MTL) | Chad Kelly (TOR)
  • W5 | Vernon Adams Jr. (CGY) | KeeSean Johnson (SSK) | James Butler (BC)
  • W6 | Justin Rankin (EDM) | Tyson Philpot (MTL) | Dru Brown (WPG)
  • W7 | Davis Alexander (MTL) | Travis Theis (MTL) |Dedrick Mills (CGY)
  • W8 | Cody Fajardo (EDM) | Tyreik McAllister (CGY) | Travis Theis (MTL)
  • W9 | Zander Horvath (BC) | Davis Alexander (MTL) | Tyson Philpot (MTL)
  • W10 | Tyson Philpot (MTL) | KeeSean Johnson (SSK) | Damonte Coxie (TOR)

NFL team transactions report for Tuesday, August 11, 2026

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WAIVER SYSTEM TRANSACTIONS
WAIVER REQUESTS (All are NO RECALL)
ARIZONA
Mustipher, P.J. NT Penn State (1)* PS: EXC – From Reserve/Injured – Injury Settlement
ATLANTA
Brockington, Le’Meke WR Minnesota (0)* PS: STND – Injured – Partially Guaranteed Contract
Verdon, Malik LB Iowa State (0)* PS: STND – Injured
CHICAGO
Hill, Brandon DB Pittsburgh (1)* PS: STND
CLEVELAND
Anderson, Aaron WR Louisiana State (0)* PS: STND – From Reserve/Injured – Injury Settlement
DETROIT
Kitselman, Miles TE Tennessee (0)* PS: STND – From Reserve/Injured – Injury Settlement – Partially Guaranteed Contract
GREEN BAY
Barnhart, Karsen T Michigan (0)* PS: STND
Biber, Drew TE Minnesota (0)* PS: STND
JACKSONVILLE
Lovely, Keni-H DB Western Michigan (0)* PS: STND
MIAMI
Brown, Omar DB Nebraska (1)* PS: STND – From Reserve/Injured – Injury Settlement
WASHINGTON
Aumavae-Laulu, Sala G Oregon (2)* PS: STND
McDaniel, Robert DB Jackson State (0)* PS: STND

CLAIMING DEADLINE: 4:00 p.m., N.Y. Time, Wednesday, 8/12/26
ASSIGNMENTS VIA WAIVER SYSTEM
ATLANTA
Roberts, Jaeden G Alabama – From PHILADELPHIA
CLEVELAND
Wright, Dae’Quan TE Mississippi – From PHILADELPHIA

TERMINATIONS OF VESTED VETERANS
HOUSTON
Turner, D.J. WR Pittsburgh (3)* PS: VET – From Reserve/Injured – Injury Settlement
PHILADELPHIA
Mitchell, Elijah RB Louisiana-Lafayette (5)* PS: VET – From Reserve/Injured – Injury Settlement

TERMINATIONS VIA WAIVER SYSTEM
ATLANTA
Florenzo, Philip LS Clemson (0)*
CAROLINA
Metayer, Chamon TE Arizona State (0)*
DETROIT
Rucker, De’Shawn DB South Florida (0)*
LOS ANGELES CHARGERS
Morrow, Mante WR Upper Iowa (0)*
LOS ANGELES RAMS
Norwood, Drey DB Missouri (0)*
MIAMI
Hankerson, Anthony RB Oregon State (0)*
TENNESSEE
Banks, Shad LB Texas-San Antonio (0)*
*Indicates player’s accrued seasons at end of 2025 season.

ACTIVE LIST ADDITIONS
FREE AGENT SIGNINGS
ATLANTA
Muse, Nick TE South Carolina
Sermon, Trey RB Ohio State
CHICAGO
French, Wesley C Western Michigan
GREEN BAY
Dean, Trey DB Florida
Fluellen, Tra DB Middle Tennessee
JACKSONVILLE
Burney, Amari LB Florida
SEATTLE
Smith, Aaron LB South Carolina State
WASHINGTON
Cowart, Byron DT Maryland
Jacobs, Curtis LB Penn State

RESERVE LIST ADDITIONS
ATLANTA
Nelson, Jack T Wisconsin – Reserve/Injured from Waived/Injured; Does Not Count Against 90 Limit
CHICAGO
Hudson, Kyron WR Penn State – Reserve/Injured from Waived/Injured; Does Not Count Against 90 Limit
CLEVELAND
Mathis, Damarri DB Pittsburgh – Reserve/Injured; Does Not Count Against 90 Limit – Vested Veteran
PITTSBURGH
Thompson, Lorenzo T Rhode Island – Reserve/Injured from Waived/Injured; Does Not Count Against 90 Limit
SEATTLE
Ouzts, Robbie RB Alabama – Reserve/Injured; Does Not Count Against 90 Limit

OTHER TRANSACTIONS/COMMENTS
PASSED PHYSICAL
BALTIMORE
Jones, Travis NT Connecticut
NEW YORK JETS
Ossai, Joseph LB Texas
SEATTLE
Emmanwori, Nick DB South Carolina

TRYOUTS
ARIZONA
Bobby, Devyn DB Baylor
Clark, Hudson DB Arkansas
Johnson, Tysheem DB Oregon
ATLANTA
Muse, Nick TE South Carolina
Ogbah, Emmanuel DE Oklahoma State
BUFFALO
Anderson, Evan DT Florida Atlantic
Kendall, Anthony DB Baldwin-Wallace
Mayes, B.J. DB Texas A&M
Pride, Troy DB Notre Dame
Rice, Cam DT Maryland
CHICAGO
Anchrum, Tremayne G Clemson
French, Wesley C Western Michigan
Smith, Lecitus C Virginia Tech
CLEVELAND
Cannella, Sal TE Auburn
Lauter, Matt TE Boise State
Terry, Jermaine TE Oregon State

VISITS
JACKSONVILLE
Burney, Amari LB Florida
NEW ORLEANS
Arnold, Terrion DB Alabama

WNBA Game Preview: Phoenix Mercury (12-22) vs. Los Angeles Sparks (12-19)

Galen Center, Los Angeles, CA |

NBA TV, AZFamily, Spectrum SportsNet (streaming options include Fubo/League Pass)

This is a Western Conference matchup between two teams near the bottom of the standings, both fighting for relevance late in the season. The Sparks seek to snap a home skid, while the Mercury aim to halt a three-game losing streak. The game carries extra intrigue due to the recent trade sending Kelsey Plum from Los Angeles to Phoenix.

Venue and Scheduled Time

Venue: Galen Center (USC campus), Los Angeles, CA.

Tip-off: 10:00 p.m. ET.

Current Player Rosters

Phoenix Mercury (head coach Nate Tibbetts):
Core includes G/F Kahleah Copper (#2), F Alyssa Thomas (#25), F/G DeWanna Bonner (#24), F/C Natasha Mack (#4), G Kelsey Plum (#0, recently acquired), G Sami Whitcomb (#33), F Valériane Ayayi (#11), plus depth such as Lexi Held, Noémie Brochant, Kyara Linskens, and others.

Los Angeles Sparks (head coach Lynne Roberts):
Key contributors include F Nneka Ogwumike (#30), F Dearica Hamby (#5), G/F Rae Burrell (#12), F Cameron Brink (#22), G Ariel Atkins (#7), G Erica Wheeler (#17), G Monique Akoa Makani (#1, acquired in the Plum trade), plus support from Kate Martin, Chance Gray, and others.

Listed Injury Reports

Mercury:

Kelsey Plum (G): Out (calf/lower left leg tightness). She exited early in the prior game and will miss facing her former team.

Sparks:

Monique Akoa Makani (G): Questionable (ankle).
Other notes from earlier reports mentioned possible day-to-day status for Rae Burrell (leg) in some previews, but primary current listings focus on Akoa Makani.

Key Player vs. Player Matchups

Kahleah Copper vs. Sparks perimeter/wing defense (Rae Burrell, Ariel Atkins): Copper (≈20.5–20.6 PPG) is Phoenix’s primary scorer and must create against Los Angeles’ versatile defenders.

Alyssa Thomas vs. Nneka Ogwumike / Dearica Hamby: Thomas (elite playmaking ≈8.2 APG, strong rebounding ≈7.4 RPG) anchors the Mercury’s offense and defense. Ogwumike (≈17.1 PPG, 8.8–8.9 RPG, efficient shooting) and Hamby provide scoring and glass work for the Sparks.

Cameron Brink / Sparks frontcourt vs. Natasha Mack / DeWanna Bonner: Brink offers shot-blocking and energy; Mack provides interior presence for Phoenix.

Secondary: Rae Burrell has been productive recently for Los Angeles (elevated minutes and scoring); Sami Whitcomb and others add shooting for the Mercury. The Plum trade adds narrative but limited on-court impact tonight due to her absence.

Recent Team Forms

Mercury: 12-22 overall, on a three-game losing streak (last 10: roughly 4-6). They average ≈83.6 PPG while allowing ≈87.4. Recent results: losses at Washington (75-95 on Aug. 9), at Connecticut, and at Atlanta, with a prior win at Chicago featuring a strong Plum debut. Road record 7-12.

Sparks: 12-19 overall, looking to end a three-game home losing streak. They average ≈89.2 PPG but allow a high 93.6. Recent results include a home loss to Golden State (78-84 on Aug. 9), a win at Minnesota, and a loss at Chicago. Home record 5-10; they have shown flashes of high-scoring offense.

Series History

This is the fourth meeting of the 2026 season (Sparks lead the season series 2-1 entering the game).

May 21, 2026 (at Phoenix): Sparks 97–88.

June 13, 2026 (at Phoenix): Sparks 111–102 (OT).

July 22, 2026 (at Los Angeles): Mercury 86–82 (Copper 21 points; Burrell 20 for Sparks).

Recent head-to-head has been competitive and often high-scoring. All-time series is relatively even historically.

Betting Trends

Both teams have middling ATS records. Sparks have covered in some prior meetings this season; totals have mixed results but recent games between them have stayed competitive. Public action may lean toward the home underdog or the more experienced Sparks core. Phoenix’s defensive rebounding and Sparks’ higher scoring pace are factors.

GAME ODDS

Phoenix Mercury             178.5

Los Angeles Sparks          – 2

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, August 10, 2026

WNBA Game Preview: Washington Mystics (19-12) vs. Las Vegas Aces (22-11)

Michelob ULTRA Arena, Las Vegas (Paradise), NV |

Local TV (The Spot-Vegas 34 / KMCC, MNMT) + WNBA League Pass / streaming options such as Fubo

This interconference matchup pits a surging Mystics team (on a long winning streak and strong defensively) against a high-powered Aces squad that ranks among the Western Conference leaders. Las Vegas holds a clear scoring edge, while Washington relies on elite defense and recent momentum.

Venue and Scheduled Time

Venue: Michelob ULTRA Arena (at Mandalay Bay), Las Vegas/Paradise, NV (Aces home arena).

Tip-off: 10:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. local PT).

Current Player Rosters

Las Vegas Aces (head coach Becky Hammon):
Core includes C A’ja Wilson (#22), G Jackie Young (#0), G Chelsea Gray (#12), G Jewell Loyd (#24), F NaLyssa Smith (#3), F Stephanie Talbot (#7), F Kierstan Bell (#1), G Dana Evans (#11), F Cheyenne Parker-Tyus (#32), F/C Brianna Turner (#21), plus depth such as Ta’Niya Latson, Justine Pissott, Mai Yamamoto, and others. Janiah Barker is on the roster but out for the seasonwnba.com

Washington Mystics (head coach Sydney Johnson):
Key players include C Shakira Austin (#0), G Sonia Citron (#22), F Kiki Iriafen (#44), F Michaela Onyenwere (#12), G Georgia Amoore (#8), C Lauren Betts (#51), G Cotie McMahon (#23), plus depth options such as Angela Dugalic, Lucy Olsen, Alicia Flórez, Cassandre Prosper, Darianna Littlepage-Buggs, and Betnijah Laney-Hamilton

Listed Injury Reports

Aces:

Dana Evans (G): Out (leg).

Cheyenne Parker-Tyus (F): Out (concussion).

Janiah Barker (F): Out for season (leg).

Note: Stars A’ja Wilson, Jackie Young, and Chelsea Gray were rested in the prior game (loss at New York) and are expected available.

Mystics:

Betnijah Laney-Hamilton (G/F): Day-to-day / personal (listed in some reports as out or limited recently).
Overall roster relatively healthy otherwise.

Key Player vs. Player Matchups

A’ja Wilson vs. Shakira Austin / Mystics frontcourt: Wilson (≈26.3 PPG, 9.7 RPG, elite efficiency and shot-blocking) is the focal point. Austin (≈16 PPG range, strong rebounding ≈9.6 RPG, rim protection) and support from Iriafen/Betts must limit her touches and second-chance opportunities.

Jackie Young / Chelsea Gray vs. Sonia Citron / Mystics perimeter: Young (high teens scoring + playmaking) and Gray (≈7+ APG organizer) drive the Aces’ top-ranked assist numbers and efficient offense. Citron (≈17.1 PPG, solid facilitation) leads Washington’s backcourt and must disrupt transitions while generating offense against a stingy defense.

NaLyssa Smith / Aces wings vs. Kiki Iriafen / Michaela Onyenwere: Physical battles on the glass and wing scoring; Mystics emphasize rebounding and defensive intensity.

Supporting notes: Jewell Loyd provides secondary scoring for Las Vegas; Georgia Amoore and others offer Mystics bench production and playmaking.

Recent Team Forms

Mystics: Excellent form with a 7-game winning streak (last 10 strong, including multiple wins over playoff-caliber teams). They rank near the top defensively (allowing ≈82.6 PPG or better recently, strong FG% and 3PT defense) but rank near the bottom in scoring (≈82.0 PPG). Recent results include a 95-75 win over Phoenix (August 9), wins over Atlanta and Dallas. Road record solid at 8-6.

Aces: 22-11 overall, but recent road struggles (losses at New York 71-111 on August 9 after resting stars, and at Minnesota). They own a high-powered offense (≈91.0 PPG, strong FG% and assists) and solid home record (9-5). Prior wins included OT at Indiana and a big win at Atlanta. They return home fresher with stars available.

Series History

This is the second meeting of 2026 (they play again August 13).

July 22, 2026 (at Washington): Mystics 100–99 (Shakira Austin 25 points).

Recent years have been competitive; Mystics have covered or competed well as underdogs in several prior matchups. All-time series is relatively even historically, with home/road splits close in recent tallies.

Betting Trends

Mystics have been strong ATS as underdogs this season and in recent head-to-head (noted success covering against Vegas).

Aces dominate scoring and efficiency but have shown variability on the road; home favoritism is clear.

Totals lean toward the under in some Mystics games due to their defensive style, though Aces’ offense can push scoring. Public often backs the home favorite heavily. Mystics’ streak and defensive ranking create value on the points.

GAME ODDS

Washington Mystics                       171

Las Vegas Aces                                  – 6.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, August 10, 2026

WNBA Game Preview: New York Liberty (20-13) vs. Indiana Fever (20-12)

Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN | ESPNindystar.com

This is a key Eastern Conference matchup between two teams separated by half a game or less in a crowded playoff race (both around .600+ winning percentage, with several teams tightly packed in the 4–8 range). Indiana has the league’s top offense; New York is surging with a four-game winning streak.

Venue and Broadcast

Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN (Fever home arena).

Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET.

TV/Streaming: ESPN (also available via services such as Fubo).

Current Rosters

Indiana Fever (head coach Stephanie White):
Key rotation includes G Kelsey Mitchell (#0), G Caitlin Clark (#22), C/F Aliyah Boston (#7), G Sophie Cunningham (#8), G Lexie Hull (#10), F Monique Billings (#25), F Myisha Hines-Allen (#2), G Tyasha Harris (#52), F/C Makayla Timpson (#21), and others such as Raven Johnson, Grace VanSlooten, Bree Hall, Mercedes Russell, and Ugonne Onyiah. Damiris Dantas is on the roster but out for the season.

New York Liberty (head coach Chris DeMarco):
Core includes F Breanna Stewart (#30), C Jonquel Jones (#35), G Sabrina Ionescu (#20), G Marine Johannes (#23), G Pauline Astier (#18), C Han Xu (#21), G Rebekah Gardner (#7), F Rebecca Allen (#9), and others such as Marine Fauthoux, Raquel Carrera, and Anneli Maley. Satou Sabally and Leonie Fiebich are on the roster but sidelined.

Injury Reports

Fever:

Damiris Dantas (C): Out for season (knee).

Grace VanSlooten (F): Questionable (illness).

Caitlin Clark (G): Probable (back). (A technical foul that risked suspension was rescinded, keeping her eligible.)

Liberty:

Leonie Fiebich (F): Out (foot; no clear timetable).

Satou Sabally (F): Out (concussion protocol).

Key Player Matchups

Caitlin Clark vs. Sabrina Ionescu / Liberty perimeter defense: Clark (≈21.6 PPG, 8.1 APG, strong recent form including double-doubles and a triple-double) orchestrates Indiana’s high-powered attack. Ionescu and New York’s guards must limit her playmaking and transition opportunities while generating their own offense.

Kelsey Mitchell vs. Liberty wing/guard defense: Mitchell is averaging ≈24.2 PPG with a league-record streak of 16 consecutive 20+ point games and elite 3-point shooting. Containing her scoring bursts is critical.

Aliyah Boston vs. Jonquel Jones / Breanna Stewart: Boston (≈16.9 PPG, 8.5 RPG, recent double-doubles) anchors the paint and defense. Jones (≈14.6 PPG, 9.1 RPG) and Stewart (≈21.3 PPG, 8.4 RPG, 1.5 BPG) present a formidable frontcourt challenge on both ends.

Supporting cast: Marine Johannes has been hot for New York (career-high 27 points in the prior win); Sophie Cunningham, Lexie Hull, and others provide Indiana with shooting and versatility.

Recent Team Forms

Liberty: 4-game winning streak (last 10: 7-3). They are averaging ≈97.7 PPG over the last 10 while shooting well and rebounding strongly. Most recent result: dominant 111-71 home win over a short-handed Las Vegas Aces on August 9 (Marine Johannes 27 points). Prior wins included back-to-back victories over Seattle and a road win at Phoenix. They have stabilized after earlier inconsistency and injuries.

Fever: Won their most recent game (last 10: 7-3), averaging ≈101.6 PPG over that stretch on high-efficiency shooting (≈52% FG). Recent results: 90-86 win at Chicago (August 8), OT loss to Las Vegas (August 6), and a loss at Minnesota. They possess the WNBA’s top offense (≈95.9 PPG) but allow ≈90.4 PPG. Home record strong (11-6 entering the game).

Series History

This is the third of four regular-season meetings in 2026.  June 6, 2026 (at New York): Liberty 83–75.  July 18, 2026 (at Indiana): Fever 108–88 (Mitchell 33 points; Stewart 26 for New York). The teams have a competitive recent history; earlier notes indicate Liberty held an edge in some prior seasons/home games, while Fever have been strong at home this year. All-time series has historically favored Indiana in older tallies, but recent years have been closer. They meet again later in August at Barclays Center.

Betting Trends

Both teams have been solid in recent form (7-3 last 10). Fever rank near the top in scoring; Liberty have been strong overall and on the over in many games this season. Liberty have struggled ATS on the road at times; Fever are competitive at home. Head-to-head and recent meetings have often gone over (high-scoring potential with both offenses capable). Fever’s home scoring and Liberty’s recent offensive surge support an elevated total.

GAME ODDS

New York Liberty             191

Indiana Fever                    – 3

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, August 10, 2026