WAS vs LAS Dream11 Prediction WNBA Live Fantasy Basketball Dream11 Team, Top Picks and Tips for Washington Mystics vs LA Sparks

WAS vs LASDream11: As we head towards the Playoffs leg of the WNBA, a lot is at stake for teams that still want to reach the Postseason with the last few spots still up for grabs. The Dallas Wings are steadily maintaining their Playoffs claim but below them, it is a close race. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Sparks have fallen off significantly and are on the cusp of elimination and things will only get tougher when they meet a feisty Washington Mystics.

The Mystics have built a defensive identity and as a result, they have won 20 out of the 33 games, having already qualified for the Playoffs and still having a strong shot at the Fourth Spot. They come into this game after losing to the league’s best Chicago Sky 83-93 once again missing their superstar Elena.

On the other hand, the LA Sparks are having another abysmal season and they continue to lose their claim for a Playoffs spot. They have lost six in a row and come into the game after losing a close 86:88 game to the Atlanta dream despite a 23 points outing by Brittney Sykes.

The Mystics and the Sparks have met twice, with both teams winning one each. This is the game that will decide the season series.

Host: Washington Mystics
Visitors: LA Sparks
Match Timing: 8 August, @ 12:30 AM (+05:30 UTC)
Venue: Entertainment & Sports Arena

WNBA Projections, Stats & Analysis

Mystics struggle without Elena Della-Donne

The Mystics have an elite record of 16 wins and 6 losses with Elena Della-Donne. Without her, they have just four wins and seven losses, which indicates the importance of her presence. She not only helps the offensive end, but brings tremendous leadership, defensive, and rebounding skills. The backcourt of Atkins and Cloud has been a tad inconsistent offensively but both can switch on better with Elena around. Shakira Austin has been brilliant while Alysha Clark continues to leave her imprints through some veteran play. The Mystics lack depth but when Elena is there, they look like a championship squad.

Sparks are reeling

The Sparks have somehow gotten worse over the last month or so. One of the major struggles for them has been the inability to play defense and identify consistency from the guard rotation. With the season going deep, even stalwart Nneka Ogwumike has looked frustrated. The departure of Liz Camabge has only brought down the remaining physicality and the team is yet to identify what rotations they have to assign. This has been a tough season for the Sparks fans, and the team desperately needs a revival with the Playoffs hopes all but dashed.

Performance Predictions

Highest scorer: Nneka Ogwumike: 25
Highest rebounder: Elena Della-Donne: 10
Top assists maker: Natasha Cloud: 9
Score Prediction: Mystics 90 Sparks 78

Washington Mystics vs Atlanta Dream WNBA Live, Team News, and Lineups

Washington Mystics News

No reports of injury at the time of writing.

Mystics Expected Starting Five
Slashing Wing: SF: Alysha Clark
Veteran All-Star Scorer: PF: Elena Della-Donne
Inside Presence: C: Shakira Austin
High-Scoring Guard: SG: Ariel Atkins
Ball-Handler: PG: Natasha Cloud

BENCH: Tianna Hawkins, Rui Machida, Shatori Walker-Kimbrough, Kennedy Burke, Myisha Hines-Allen.

Los Angeles Sparks Teams News:

• Rae Burrell, Kristi Tolliver are OUT.
• Chiney Ogwumike is QUESTIONABLE.

Sparks Expected Starting Five
Isolation Forward: PF: Nneka Ogwumike
Scrapper: C: Chiney Ogwumike
Stretch-Three: SF: Katie Lou-Samuelson
Playmaker: PG: Jordin Canada
Athletic Guard: G: Brittney Sykes

BENCH: Chennedy Carter, Olivia Nelson-Ododa, Lexie Brown, Jazmine Walker, Kianna Smith.

WNBA Scores, Fantasy Basketball Top Picks

*stats from both teams’ last game*
Elena Delle-Donne(WAS)(From her last game)
Points: 05
Rebounds: 11
Assists: 05
Blocks: 01
Elena has been a huge factor as the leader of the Mystics and her mere presence makes the whole team function in a winning way. I believe she will be in 16-22 points, 7-10 rebounds, and 1-2 blocks range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 26-40

Nneka Ogwumike(LAS)
Points: 16
Rebounds: 06
Assists: 01
Blocks: 01
Forward Nneka has been in terrific touch as an offensive player and she can also pull down boards and give quality defense. I believe she will be in 17-24 points and 5-8 rebounds range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 29-41

Natasha Cloud(WAS)
Points: 06
Rebounds: 04
Assists: 04
Cloud is one of the best passers and defenders in the league who can have her moments while looking to score as well. I believe the gritty guard will be in 11-17 points, 5-9 assists, and 4-7 rebounds range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 22-33

Brittney Sykes(LAS)
Points: 23
Rebounds: 07
Assists: 04
Steals: 01
Blocks: 01
Guard Sykes has been having a decent season and has had some strong offensive nights but her overall production has been huge. I believe she will be in 12-16 points, 4-7 rebounds, and 3-6 assists range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 20-31

Ariel Atkins(WAS)
Points: 06
Rebounds: 02
Assists: 01
Guard Ariel is having another impactful season, bringing tough defense and more than handy scoring to the floor. I believe she will be in 12-17 points and 3-6 rebounds range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 20-31

Jordin Canada(LAS)
Points: 04
Rebounds: 03
Assists: 08
Steals: 02
Guard Canda has given elite playmaking but her scoring has let the team down many times which has made a lot of difference. I believe she will be in 7-11 points, 5-8 assists, and 1-2 steals range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 19-31

WAS vs LASDREAM11 LINEUP BALANCERS

• Katie Lou-Samuelson(LAS) had 12 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal in the last game. Katie is a terrific long-range shooter and perhaps the only consistent three-point threat for the Sparks. I believe she will be in 10-16 points range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 17-27
• Alysha Clark(WAS) had 5 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals in the last game. Veteran Clark can be a big boost on both ends of the floor, continuing to get it done. I believe she will be in 8-13 points and 4-7 rebounds range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 23-31
• Shakira Austin(WAS) had 17 points, 4 rebounds, 1 steal in the last game. Center Austin continues to give high-quality minutes in the middle as a physical player. I believe the rookie will be in 10-16 points and 5-8 rebounds range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 14-22
• Olivia Nelson-Ododa(LAS) had 10 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 blocks in the last game. The departure of Cambage has opened minutes for Olivia who has shown tremendous low-post skills. I believe she will be in 8-14 points and 4-7 rebounds range here.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 12-23
• Myisha Hines-Allen(WAS) had 21 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal in the last game. Forward Hines-Allen continues to produce well but her minutes can be slashed when Elena returns.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 14-23
• Lexie Brown(LAS) had 13 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal in the last game. Lexie has had her moments but consistency is an issue with her. I believe she will be in 6-10 points range here.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 5-17
• Jazmine Walker(LAS) had 4 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal, 1 block in the last game. Forward Jazmine has a limited role.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 10-21
• Elizabeth Williams(WAS) had 8 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 blocks in the last game. Elizabeth can see a huge reduction in minutes.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 6-12
• Shatori Walker-Kimbrough(WAS) had 7 points, 2 assists, 1 block in the last game. Shatori’s role has reduced but she can provide quality defense and knock down long-range jumpers in limited minutes.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 6-12
• Rui Machida(WAS) had 5 assists, 1 reboundin the last game. Transition to the WNBA has been tough for guard Rui but she can get it done as a playmaker.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 4-12

WAS vs LAS Dream11 Team

(Recommended)
PG: A Atkins, N Cloud(PP), J Canada
SG: S Walker-Kimbrough
SF: K Lou Samuelson
PF: E Delle-Donne(SP)
C:    O Nelson-Ododa, S Austin

(Alternate)
PG: A Atkins, N Cloud(PP)
SG: S Walker-Kimbrough
SF: K Lou-Samuelson, A Clark
PF: N Ogwumike(SP)
C:    O Nelson-Ododa, S Austin

Where to watch WNBA Live Score?

Wanna see Nneka Ogwumike and Elena Della-Donne continue their historic rivalry? You can eatch this crucial battle on the WNBA League Pass, a place for all the live games and their replays if you can’t get to the game. To catch the highlights, go to the official YouTube channel of the WNBA. To learn the scores, news, and stats, go to the official website of the WNBA.

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