Aces vs Mystics predictions
If you’re keeping an eye on the Las Vegas Aces this matchup, there’s no question A’ja Wilson is the player to watch. She’s been the heartbeat of the squad all season, leading the team at both ends, and you can bet she’ll put in another big shift even with her injury status listed as day-to-day. Wilson’s been averaging over 20 points and nearly 9 boards per game, so if she’s on the court, expect her to make things tough for Washington inside. Chelsea Gray is another game-changer in the mix, sharing the ball and racking up assists at a steady clip. Look for Gray to get the offense clicking early and often, especially if the Aces want to establish some rhythm on the road.
Of course, the Washington Mystics have their own set of stars ready to put on a show for the home crowd. Brittney Sykes has been on a roll lately, stuffing the box score on both scoring and playmaking fronts — don’t be surprised if she’s close to 20 points again with a handful of assists to go along with it. Kiki Iriafen has been a rebounding magnet lately, and the Mystics will need every ounce of her energy to match up with Wilson and the Aces on the glass. Playing at EagleBank Arena clearly gives the Mystics a little spark; with that strong 6-3 home record, you can almost feel the confidence building every time they step on their home floor.
So what can we expect when the final buzzer sounds? With both squads locked at 9-10, this one feels destined to be close. But there’s something about the Mystics on their home court — especially coming in on a three-game win streak — that just pops off the page. Throw in a bit of uncertainty with Wilson’s injury status, and it feels like Washington’s balance and lockdown defense might just tip the scales. If Sykes and Iriafen deliver as expected, I’m predicting the Mystics make it four straight at home and edge out the Aces in a game that goes down to the wire. What do you think? Are we in for another home-court thriller?
