Chicago Sky vs Atlanta Dream: Prediction and odds | September 17, 2024

The ⁠⁠Chicago Sky vs Atlanta Dream matchup is one of the five WNBA games scheduled for Tuesday. This will be the fourth and final matchup between them this season, with Chicago holding a 2-1 lead. The two teams last met on July 10, a game the Sky won 78-69.

This is a crucial game for both teams as they have a similar 13-25 record. Chicago is placed ninth, just ahead of Atlanta, because of its head-to-head record. The Washington Mystics are eighth as well with a 13-25 record.

⁠⁠Chicago Sky vs Atlanta Dream game details and odds

The ⁠⁠Chicago Sky vs Atlanta Dream game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, Sept. 17, at Gateway Center Arena. The game will be broadcast locally on PeachtreeTV, Peachtree Sports Network and The U. Fans can also stream it live on WNBA League Pass.

Moneyline: Sky (+240) vs. Dream (-300)

Spread: Sky (+7) vs. Dream (-7)

Total (O/U): Sky -110 (o154.5) vs. Dream -110 (u154.5)

Editor's note: The odds could change close to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.

⁠⁠Chicago Sky vs Atlanta Dream preview

The two teams have met 62 times in the regular season, with Chicago holding a 37-25 lead. The two teams’ past 10 matchups have been split 5-5.

⁠⁠Chicago Sky vs Atlanta Dream starting lineups

Chicago will be without Angel Reese (wrist injury), Elizabeth Williams (torn meniscus) and Diamond DeShields (sprained right ankle). Kamilla Cardoso is questionable with a shoulder injury. Sky coach Teresa Weatherspoon should start:

PG: Rachel Banham SG: Lindsay Allen SF: Michaela Onyenwere PF: Chennedy Carter C: Isabelle Harrison

The Sky’s key bench players should be Brianna Turner, Dana Evans and Moriah Jefferson.

The Dream continue to be without Cheyenne Parker-Tyus (ankle) and Aerial Powers (calf). Atlanta coach Tanisha Wright should start:

PG: Allisha Gray SG: Jordin Canada SF: Naz Hillmon PF: Rhyne Howard C: Tina Charles

Atlanta’s key players off of the bench should be Haley Jones, Lorela Cubaj, Maya Caldwell and Nia Coffey.

Editor’s note: These are predicted starting lineups. They could change based on the availability of players who are uncertain to play.

⁠⁠Chicago Sky vs Atlanta Dream prediction

The oddsmakers favor the Dream to win this all important game. With Chicago down bad because of injuries, Atlanta should cover the spread for a win. This should be a high-scoring game with the team total going past 154.5 points.