The Las Vegas Aces versus Atlanta Dream matchup is one of the three WNBA games scheduled for Friday. This will be the second game between the two teams this season, with Atlanta winning the previous game 78-74 on May 31.
After a challenging start to the season, Las Vegas found its stride and is 8-2 in the past 10 games. It has a 14-7 season record, good for second in the West and fourth overall. Atlanta is 7-14, fifth in the East and ninth overall.
Las Vegas Aces vs. Atlanta Dream game details and odds
The game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday at Gateway Center Arena. The game will be broadcast on ION. It will also be streamed live on WNBA League Pass.
Moneyline: Aces (-1200) vs. Dream (+750)
Spread: Aces (-14.5) vs. Dream (+14.5)
Total (O/U): Aces -110 (o167.5) vs. Dream -110 (u167.5)
Editor's note: The odds could change close to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.
Las Vegas Aces vs. Atlanta Dream preview
The two teams have met 40 times in the regular season, with the Aces leading the all-time series 22-18. They have dominated the contest recently as well, going 8-2 in the past 10 games.
Las Vegas Aces vs. Atlanta Dream starting lineups
Las Vegas didn’t report any injuries. Aces coach Becky Hammon is expected to start:
PG: Jackie Young SG: Chelsea Gray SF: Kelsey Plum PF: A’ja Wilson C: Kiah Stokes
The Aces’ key bench players could be Megan Gustafson, Tiffany Hayes, Kate Martin and Alysha Clark.
On the other hand, the Dream has a long list of injuries. They will be without Rhyne Howard (ankle), Jordin Canada (right finger) and Aerial Powers (calf). Laeticia Amihere is out with an undisclosed personal issue. Atlanta coach Tanisha Wright is expected to start:
PG: Allisha Gray SG: Haley Jones SF: Nia Coffey PF: Cheyenne Parker C: Tina Charles
Atlanta’s key contributors off the bench could be Crystal Dangerfield and Maya Caldwell.
Editor’s note: These are predicted starting lineups, which could change depending on the availability of players uncertain to play.
Las Vegas Aces vs. Atlanta Dream prediction
The oddsmakers favor the Aces to win this game on the road. Given Atlanta’s extensive injury issues, Las Vegas should cover the spread for a win. Expect this to be a high-scoring game with the team total going past 167.5 points.