PHO vs LVA Dream11 Prediction WNBA Live Phoenix Mercury vs Las Vegas Aces

SEA vs LVA Dream11: The WNBA has been in full flow and there is no doubt that despite all the talent they have, the league finds it tough to draw an audience. It’s not the fault of the athletes who have showcased tremendous offensive, defensive, and rebounding skills early in the season and well, those who love to ball, will do so with all their heart, whether one person is watching or a billion are watching. And I don’t know how many of y’all will watch this, let us jump into the match between the Phoenix Mercury and the Las Vegas Aces, something I’ll love to catch.

The Mercury were the finalists last season and despite Brittney Griner being unfairly detained in Russia, they have found their stride considering they brought in Tina Charles, a veteran to join a cast of veterans. They have won two out of their first three games. On the other hand, the Aces continue to showcase their athleticism and incredible inside-outside game, beginning with three wins in four games. Can the Mercury pull one off away from home?

Host: Las Vegas Aces
Visitors: Phoenix Mercury
Match Timing: 18 May, @ 07:30 AM (+05:30 UTC)
Venue: Michelob ULTRA Arena

NBA Projections, Stats & Analysis

These two are loaded!

It is early in the season and without much surprise, the Aces have been number two in pace at 82.2. With athletes like Wilson, Hamby, Young, Plum, and Gray, it is no surprise. Wilson can seal inside position, Hamby can slash hard, Yung can make shots early in the clock while Plum can pull-up from multiple areas at will. The Aces know how to run and with their athleticism, it is only the matter of making the right pass. Coach Becky Hammon’s team is the number one team on the offensive end and you gotta watch out for them!

The Mercury’s defense is certainly compromised without Griner and unlike Griner, Tina can’t help out on the defensive end as much. Still, they can’t be taken lightly as they have Skylar Diggins-Smith in her prime while Taurasi seems to never have left her prime since her rookie season. On the other hand, Diamond DeShields has been terrific off the bench while Shey Peddy and Sophie Cunningham can make for a balanced effort. Brianna Turner is a brilliant rebounder but she hasn’t scored as much.

Performance Predictions

Highest scorer: Kelsey Plum: 22
Highest rebounder: A’ja Wilson: 13
Top assists maker: Kelsey Plum: 8
Score Prediction: Aces 94 Mercury 80

Las Vegas Aces vs Phoenix Mercury NBA Live, Team News and Lineups

Las Vegas Aces Teams News:

Kiah Stokes is OUT for the game.

Aces Expected Starting Five
Two-Way Forward: PF: A’ja Wilson
Athletic Forward: F: Dearica Hamby
Veteran Guard: PG: Chelsea Gray
Sharp-Shooting Guard: PG: Kelsey Plum
Athletic Guard: SG: Jackie Young

BENCH: Theresa Plaisance, Sydney Colson, Aisha Sheppard, Kierstan Bell, Riquna Willimas

Phoenix Mercury Teams News:

Brittney Griner, Kia Nurse are OUT.

Mercury Expected Starting Five
Post Forward: F: Brianna Turner
High-Yielding Scorer: C: Tina Charles
Two-Way Guard: G: Shey Peddy
Isolation Scorer: PG: Skylar Diggins-Smith
Playmaking Guard: PG: Diana Taurasi

BENCH: Sophie Cunningham, Diamond DeShields, Megan Gustafson, Emma Cannon, Sam Thomas, Jennie Simms, Kristine Anigwe.

NBA Scores, Fantasy Basketball Top Picks

A’ja Wilson(LVA)
Points: 15
Rebounds: 07
Assists: 01
Blocks: 05
Steals: 01
Ahtletic A’ja made 6 of her 13 shots and she is an excellent defender, rebounder, and certainly a superstar. I expect 17-24 points, 7-11 rebounds, and 1-3 blocks range. She can be selected as a Star/Pro Player in the Dream 11 NBA Fantasy scenario.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 26-35

Skylar Diggins-Smith (PHO)
Points: 14
Rebounds: 03
Assists: 05
Blocks: 01
Steals: 01
Skylar has been a terrific scorer both from outside and inside for many years now, providing a great edge to the Mercury. I believe she will be in 16-23 points, 4-6 assists, and 3-6 rebounds range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 30-41

Kelsey Plum(LVA)
Points: 14
Rebounds: 01
Assists: 11
Steals: 02
Lefty Guard Kelsey nailed three of her seven threes in the last game and she has started the season in a riveting fashion. I expect a 15+ points and 5+ assist range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 30-42

Diana Taurasi (PHO)
Points: 24
Rebounds: 05
Assists: 02
Veteran Diana stacked six triples in the last game and oh my, she never fails to impress with her sharpshooting. I believe she will be in 13-19 points and 4-7 assists range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 20-31

Dearica Hamby(LVA)
Points: 11
Rebounds: 13
Assists: 00
Steals: 02
Dearica cracked home three of her seven games in the last game and she has been an incredible rebounder as well as defender. I belive she will be in 12-17 points, 8-11 rebounds, and 1-3 blocks/steals range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 24-34

Tina Charles (PHO)
Points: 04
Rebounds: 10
Assists: 02
Blocks: 01
Center Tina made just two of her eight shots in the last game and she has had some trouble getting going, but she brings effective rebounding. I believe she will be in 12-18 points and 6-10 rebounds range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 20-34

SEA vs LVA DREAM11 LINEUP BALANCERS

Brianna Turner(PHO) had 2 points, 14 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals in the last game. Center Turner will need to be more proactive defensively and she is already a terrific rebounder. I believe she will be in 8-14 points, 10+ rebounds, and 1+ steals range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 16-26
Jackie Young(LVA) had 13 points, 4 assists, 2 rebounds, 2 steals, 1 block in the last game. Jackie nailed four of her nine shots and she has had a strong start to the season. I believe she will be in 14-19 points and 3-5 assists range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 20-32
Chelsea Gray(LVA) had 14 points, 4 assists, 3 rebounds, 1 steal in the last game. Veteran Guard Chelsea nailed six of her 12 shots in the last game. I believe she will be in 9-14 points and 4-6 assists range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 16-25
Shey Peddy (PHO) had 5 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal in the last game. Peddy made two of her eight shots and she is a great two-way presence. I believe she will be in 7-12 points range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 13-23
Theresa Plaisance(LVA) had 6 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist, 2 blocks, 1 steal in the last game. Forward Plaisance has a lovely three-point shot and she gives the bench depth. I believe she will be in 6-12 poins and 2-4 rebounds range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 12-22
Janet Lavender(SEA) had 9 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal in the last game. Janet shot 4/7 in the last game and she can be a huge difference-maker for the team this season. I expect a 7-12 points range here.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 10-16
Riquna Williams(LVA) had 14 points, 1 assist, 1 rebound, 1 steal in the last game. Guard Riquna made four of her nine shots from three and can heat up scoring-wise quickly. I believe she will be in 10-16 points range here.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 4-11
Diamond DeShields(PHO) had 11 points, 4 assists, 3 rebounds, 1 steal in the last game. Bench Guard Diamond has done a great job in terms of scoring. I believe she can be in 10-16 points range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 6-13
Sophie Cunningham (PHO) had 9 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist in the last game. Guard Cunningham nailed two of her four triples in the last game and she is an incredible bench player. I believe she will be in 8-14 points range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 5-13
Alanna Sheppard(LVA) had 6 points, 1 rebound in the last game. Guard Alanna made two of her three threes. I believe in 4-6 points range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 6-12
Sydney Colson(LVA) had 3 points, 1 assist, 1 steal in the last game. Veteran Colson can be in 2-6 points range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 6-12

PHO vs LVA Dream11 Team

(Recommended)
PG: K Plum(SP)
SG: D DeShields, R Williams, D Taurasi
SF: S Cunningham
PF: D Hamby, B Turner
C: A Wilson(PP)

(Alternate)
PG: S Diggins-Smith(SP)
SG: D DeShields, R Williams
SF: S Cunningham
PF: T Plaisance, D Hamby, B Turner
C: A Wilson(PP)

Where to watch WNBA Live Score?

Don’t you wanna catch A’ja Wilson being acrobatic around the rim or Sklar Diggins-Smith heating up on the offensive end? You can watch this exciting game on the WNBA League Pass through which you have all the live games and also the full-game replays. To know the scores, news, and stats, go to the official website of the WNBA.

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