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The Las Vegas are the hottest team in the WNBA and will look to continue that against the Washington Mystics on Saturday. It's been business as usual for Becky Hammon's troops as they swept through the Chicago Sky in their last matchup.
With Chelsea Gray fully fit and back from injury, the Aces’ attack is looking even more dangerous. They have climbed to the No. 5 seed and are just 4.5 games behind the league leader.
On the other hand, many thought that the Mystics were down and out after a shocking start to the season. Despite being well adrift at the bottom of the league standing, they have improved in recent weeks, sparking a mini-revival by winning four in the last six games. Coach Eric Thibault is still looking for more positive signs from his women.
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Las Vegas Aces vs. Washington Mystics: Injury reports
Las Vegas Aces injury reports for June 29
Kierstan Bell remains out for the defending champions, but apart from that, it's a largely fully-fit squad for Becky Hammon to choose from.
Washington Mystics injury reports for June 29
The Mystics have struggled with illness and injuries recently. The likes of Shakira Austin and Brittney Sykes are still out with long term problems, while Karlie Samuelson’s left hand fracture means that Mystics are further strained up front, with Jade Melbourne likely to be given the nod.
Aaliyah Edwards is listed probable with a lower back injury, suffered in the dying embers of the loss at Connecticut.
Las Vegas Aces vs. Washington Mystics: Starting lineups and depth charts
Las Vegas Aces starting lineups and depth charts
With Chelsea Gray back in the lineup, the Aces are also expected to be at full strength and could name the same five which started against Sky, that consist of Kelsey Plum, Kiah Stokes, A'ja Wilson and Alysha Clark against the Mystics.
Washington Mystics starting lineups and depth charts
The Mystics' starting lineup features Julie Vanloo, Ariel Atkins, Karlie Samuelson, Myisha Hines-Allen, and Stefanie Dolson.
Las Vegas Aces vs. Washington Mystics: Head-to-head
The two teams have played each other 48 times in the league, each winning 24 times. The last time they met was in August 2023, which saw the Aces run as victors with an 84-75 scoreline. This is the first of three matchups this season. The Mystics will visit Las Vegas for an Independence Day clash on July 4th, before the Aces return the favor in Washington on July 14th.
