Phoenix Mercury vs. Washington Mystics Prediction, Odds and Game Preview – July 16
The Washington Mystics (6-18) will attempt to halt a three-game home losing skid when hosting the Phoenix Mercury (12-12) on July 16, 2024.
Dig into the best bets available (according to our computer predictions) in Tuesday’s game, before you make an informed wager on the matchup.
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Mercury vs. Mystics Predictions
Spread: Mystics (+3.5) to Cover
- The model line is much more favorable to the Mystics compared to the BetMGM line, a 4.0 point difference, and has them favored to win Tuesday’s game outright. Put your money on the Mystics.
- The Mystics are 17-7-0 against the spread this year.
- Washington is 12-7 against the spread when an underdog by 3.5 points or more this year.
- So far this season, the Mercury have put together a 14-10-0 record against the spread.
- In games this season it was favored by 3.5 points or more, Phoenix has a 5-3 record against the spread.
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Total: Under 167.5
- In this matchup, the model projects a total (165.7 points) slightly lower than the BetMGM over/under (167.5 points).
- The Mercury have played 12 games with over 167.5 points scored, their current matchup’s point total, this year.
- This season, nine of Washington’s 24 games have had a combined total of more than 167.5 points scored.
- The Mercury have gone over in 12 of their 24 games with a set total (50%).
- A total of 13 of the Mystics’ 24 games with a set total have hit the over (54.2%).
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Moneyline Winner: Mystics (+150)
- Prediction: Mystics 84, Mercury 83
- Washington has won five, or 21.7%, of the 23 games it has played as the underdog this season.
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Where to Watch Mercury vs. Mystics: Live Stream & TV Channel
- When: Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 11:30 AM ET
- Where: St. Elizabeths East Entertainment and Sports Arena in Washington D.C.
- TV: AZFamily, Mercury Live, and MNMT
- Live Stream: Fubo
Mercury Leaders
- The scoring leader for the Mercury this season is Kahleah Copper, who averages 23.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game.
- Phoenix’s leading rebounder is Natasha Mack averaging 5.0 boards per game and its best passer is Natasha Cloud and her 7.2 assists per game.
- The Mercury get the most three-point shooting production out of Diana Taurasi, who knocks down 2.7 threes per game.
- The Phoenix steals leader is Cloud, who averages 1.7 takeaways per game, while its blocks leader is Mack, who compiles 1.4 rejections per contest.
Mystics Leaders
- Ariel Atkins is the top scorer for the Mystics with 15.9 points per game. She also adds 3.7 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game to her stats.
- Aaliyah Edwards has a stat line of 5.9 rebounds, 8.6 points and 1.3 assists per game for Washington to take the top rebound spot on the team. Julie Vanloo holds the top spot for assists with 5.1 per game, adding 8.2 points and 1.8 rebounds per matchup.
- Stefanie Dolson is consistent from three-point range and leads the Mystics with 2.1 made threes per game.
- Atkins (1.6 steals per game) is the steal leader for Washington while Edwards (0.9 blocks per game) is the block leader.
Mystics Injuries
| Name | Game Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Shakira Austin | Out | Hip |
| Karlie Samuelson | Out | Hand |
| Brittney Sykes | Out | Foot |
All stats in this article refer to the 2024 regular season.
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