Published on: Aug 10, 2022 1:50 am IST|Updated on: Aug 10, 2022 1:50 am IST
LVA vs ATL Dream11: Alright let’s jump into the WNBA game straightaway. For the Los Vegas Aces, it is a matter of conserving energy for the tenuous battle ahead in the Playoffs and for the Atlanta Dream, they need to solidify their Playoff positioning while dealing with a host of injuries. This game has a lot of importance for the Atlanta Dream but Las Vegas Aces also need to get in the loop quickly.
Host: Las Vegas Aces Visitors: Atlanta Dream Match Timing: 10 August, @ 07:30 AM (+05:30 UTC) Venue: Michelob Ultra Arena
Aces need to figure some issues out
The Aces started with 13 wins and two losses but since then, they have lost eight and won ten games, which ain’t shabby but not even remotely close to their earlier level. They have lost to even lower ranked teams while sometimes the higher ranked teams have run over them. Still, they remain a strong opponent and their run and gun style will be huge during the Playoffs.
Dream’s tough period
The Dream started with an impressive seven wins and four losses but since then, things have been downhill. They have won just seven and lost 15 games, which implies that they are going through a lean phase for a long time now. Their ability to play tough defense has been curbed a bit while offense has been a huge problem with a key player in Tiffany Hayes being out, someone who could have really helped them here.
Highest scorer: A’ja Wilson: 26 Highest rebounder: A’ja Wilson: 12 Top assists maker: Kelsey Plum: 8 Score Prediction: Aces 88 Dream 78
Las Vegas Aces Teams News:
Aces Expected Starting Five Two-Way Star Forward: PF: A’ja Wilson Athletic Rebounding Forward: F: Dearica Hamby Veteran Playmaking Guard: PG: Chelsea Gray Sharp-Shooting Playmaking Guard: PG: Kelsey Plum Athletic All-Around Guard: SG: Jackie Young
BENCH: Kiah Stokes, Riquna Williams, Theresa Plaisance, Sydney Colson, Aisha Sheppard, Kierstan Bell.
Chicago Sky News
Sky Expected Starting Five All-Around Forward: F: Candace Parker All-Around Forward: F: Emma Messeman Isolation two-way Guard: SG: Kahleah Copper Leading Playmaker: PG: Courtney Vandersloot Sharpshooting Guard: SG: Allie Quigley
BENCH: Azura Stevens, Dana Evans, Rebekah Gardner, Ruthy Hebard, Li Yueru, Jullie Allemand
Rhyne Howard(ATL) Points: 16 Rebounds: 02 Assists: 03 Steals: 02 Guard Howard needs to improve offensively but she has shown incredible hustle as a defender and can be a big-time superstar. I believe she will be in 18-24 points range here. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 31-42
Kelsey Plum(LVA) Points: 16 Rebounds: 02 Assists: 04 Steals: 02 After an MVP-like season for most parts, Kelsey has cooled down just a tad bit, which has affected the Aces. Still, the genius scorer remains a big threat and can be in 18-24 points and 5-8 assists range. She can be selected as a Star/Pro Player in the Dream 11 Prediction scenario. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 33-46
Aari McDonald(ATL) Points: 16 Rebounds: 02 Assists: 02 Steals: 01 Aari’s minutes have increased due to the influx of injuries and she has done a great job as a lane reader and scorer too. I believe she will be in 13-19 points range here. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 22-33
A’ja Wilson(LVA) Points: 29 Rebounds: 06 Assists: 01 Steals: 01 Forward A’ja’s impact has been incredible once again and she remains one of the best players in the league. The lethal Forward can be in 20+ points and 8-12 rebounds range here. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 40-50
Cheyenne Parker(ATL) Points: 12 Rebounds: 06 Assists: 05 Forward Parker has been huge as a scorer and rebounder and has had a profound impact this season. I believe she will be in 11-17 points and 6-9 rebounds range. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 20-31
Chelsea Gray(LVA) Points: 15 Rebounds: 06 Assists: 09 Steals: 02 Veteran Guard Gray still remains a huge threat and has continued to impress with her superb scoring, playmaking, and defense. I believe she will be in 13-19 points, 6-9 assists, and 1-3 steals range. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 25-42
(Recommended) PG: K Plum(PP), A McDonald SG: C Gray SF: R Howard PF: D Hamby C: A Wilson(SP), K Stokes, N Hillmon
(Alternate) PG: K Plum(PP), M Caldwell SG: C Gray SF: J Young PF: D Hamby C: C Parker, N Hillmon, A Wilson(SP)
Do you wanna see A’ja’s Aces take on Rhyne’s Dream? You can watch this brilliant battle on the WNBA League Pass, a place for all the live games and their replays if you can’t watch the game. To view the highlights, go to the official YouTube channel of the WNBA. To know the scores, news, and stats, visit the official website of the WNBA.
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