An exciting matchup is lined up for Saturday, Washington Mystics vs Seattle Storm. With both the teams having secured their position at the playoffs, they now go head-to-head.
Both the teams are at a record of 18-11 this season, and are in the top 3 in their Conferences. Their excellent performance has made it clear that they are one of the top contenders this time.
The Mystics will host the Storm in their arena on Saturday.
Washington Mystics vs Seattle Storm: Odds
Platform | Storm | Mystics | Predicted Winner |
FiveThirtyEight | 36% | 64% | Mystics |
Washington Mystics vs Seattle Storm: Recent Form
Both the teams have been at the top of their game recently, almost out-performing any team they are pitted against.
Although Storm is just coming off from a heartbreaking 88-83 loss from the Sun, they are still in incredible form and showcase a flair not possessed by teams often. Their team seems to be in incredible sync, with Breanna Stewart, Gabby Williams, Tina Charles, Jewel Loyd and Sue Bird leading the pack.
Yes, that is half of their roster.
Washington Mystics are showing good form, having won 7 out of their 10 previous matches. They last played Wings and defeated them by 87-77. Mystics is winning by team effort as well, their chemistry is on point and all the teammates excel at playmaking and creating assists.
Washington Mystics vs Seattle Storm: Head to Head
Storm have played the Mystics for about 35 matches, and they have won 23 of those matches.
The Mystics have won 12.
The last time both the teams met, Seattle took the win by a score of 85-71.
Washington Mystics vs Seattle Storm: Best Picks
Elena Delle Donne
Elena is extremely talented. Appearing 6 times in the WNBA All-Star team, 2x WNBA MVP and former WNBA Champion, she’s been adorned with laurels.
She’s having an incredible season as well, averaging 19.9 points per game, paired with 6.9 rebounds and 1.8 assists. She’s an excellent mid-range shooter, is capable of slashing through defense with her layups and has an incredible 3-pt range.
Breanna Stewart
The 27 year old Breanna Stewart power forward is a gem in the Storm lineup. With fantastic 3-pt shooting skills, she’s also paired with an incredible defense. Stewart is talented with in-the-paint shooting as well and is able to score with deep hooks and layups.
The two-time WNBA champion is having a very consistent and productive season, averaging 21.2 points, 2.7 assists and 7.3 rebounds per game. With a 45.5% field goal percentage, she is one of the top picks of this matchup.
Sue Bird
Seattle Storm Point Guard Sue Bird is a very successful 3-pt facilitator. With her excellent playmaking abilities, she can weave through the opposition defense and set up assists for shots beyond the arc. Along with that, she’s an excellent outside scorer herself.
She’s averaging a solid 10 points per game, paired up with 5.8 assists and 1.7 rebounds this season.
Washington Mystics vs Seattle Storm: Possible Lineup
Seattle Storm: Guard – Jewell Loyd | Guard – Sue Bird | Forward– Breanna Stewart | Forward – Gabby Williams | Center – Tina Charles
Washington Mystics: Guard– Natasha Cloud | Power Forward – Elena Delle Donne | Power Forward– Myisha Hines-Allen | Shooting Guard – Ariel Atkins | Small Forward – Alysha Clark
Washington Mystics vs Seattle Storm: Winner
Provided the caliber of both the teams, it is tough to single out a winner. Both the teams feature a lethal offense paired with an impenetrable defense.
Since the Washington Mystics are in a relatively better form than the Storm, there is a considerable chance that they will take the win.