Game Details
Matchup: Washington Mystics (7–8) vs. Las Vegas Aces (6–7)
Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025
Tip-Off Time: 10:00 PM ET
Venue: Michelob ULTRA Arena, Las Vegas, NV
Broadcast: Amazon Prime Video, WNBA League Pass, Vegas 34 (local)
Game Context & Storylines
The Mystics enter this matchup riding a wave of momentum, having won three of their last four, including a gritty 68–64 win over the Minnesota Lynx. Rookie standouts Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen have emerged as key contributors, while Shakira Austin is coming off back-to-back dominant performances. The Aces, meanwhile, are navigating their first back-to-back of the season after facing the Connecticut Sun on Wednesday. Despite a slow start to 2025, A’ja Wilson continues to dominate, and Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young are heating up offensively. Las Vegas is 4–3 at home but has struggled to close out tight games.
Projected Starting Lineups
| Washington Mystics | Las Vegas Aces |
| Brittney Sykes (G) | Chelsea Gray (G) |
| Sonia Citron (G) | Jackie Young (G) |
| Kiki Iriafen (F) | Jewell Loyd (G) |
| Shakira Austin (F) | A’ja Wilson (F) |
| Stefanie Dolson (C) | Kiah Stokes (C) |
Players to Watch
Washington Mystics
Brittney Sykes: 19.6 PPG, 4.8 APG – questionable with injury but leads team in scoring
Sonia Citron: 14.2 PPG, 4.9 RPG – 27-point breakout vs. Dallas
Kiki Iriafen: 13.3 PPG, 8.8 RPG – top 5 among WNBA rookies in both categories
Shakira Austin: 11.5 PPG, 6.1 RPG – 28 points vs. Atlanta, 19 vs. Minnesota
Las Vegas Aces
A’ja Wilson: 21.1 PPG, 9.8 RPG, 2.6 BPG – 2nd in WNBA scoring and rebounding
Jackie Young: 18.5 PPG – 29 straight free throws made
Chelsea Gray: 14.2 PPG, 3.8 APG – 18 points on 67% shooting vs. Indiana
Jewell Loyd: 11.4 PPG – averaging 15.0 PPG over last 5 games
Team Stats & Trends
| Category | Mystics | Aces |
| Record | 7–8 | 6–7 |
| Points Per Game | 78.7 | 80.2 |
| Points Allowed | 79.9 | 82.9 |
| FG% | 43.2% | 39.8% |
| 3PT% | 33.9% | 34.7% |
| Rebounds Per Game | 36.1 | 32.9 |
| Turnovers Per Game | 14.9 | 13.0 |
Washington is 9–6 against the spread this season, while Las Vegas is just 4–9 ATS.
Las Vegas has the edge at home, but Washington’s frontcourt depth and recent form make this a potential upset alert. Expect Wilson vs. Iriafen to be a marquee matchup in the paint. If Sykes plays, the Mystics could cover the spread.
How to Watch Mystics vs Aces – June 26, 2025
TV Channels: Amazon Prime Video, Vegas 34 (local)
Streaming: WNBA League Pass, FuboTV
Radio: Aces Radio Network, Mystics Radio Network
GAME ODDS
Washington Mystics 162
Las Vegas Aces – 8.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, June 25, 2025
