Published on: Aug 28, 2022 12:00 pm IST|Updated on: Aug 28, 2022 2:27 am IST
LVA vs SEA Dream11: The WNBA Semis are here and oh boy, the Playoffs surely have been having long breaks and the team has been getting ample rest for prepare for games. The preparation should sky-rocket now as we head closer to the title and each team is the contender. In this star-laden game, the Las Vegas Aces will take on the Seattle Storm.
The Aces brushed off Mercury easily in the last round in what was the most expected result. They won their last game 117-80 as Chelsea Gray blistered up 27 points.
Meanwhile, the Storm faced much more resistance from the Mystics but still, unlocked their incredible offense and won 97:84 in the last match as Breanna Stewart rained 21 points.
Who will come on top here as the Aces look to secure home-court advantage in the best of five series?
Host: Las Vegas Aces Visitors: Seattle Storm Match Timing: 29 August, @ 01:30 AM (+05:30 UTC) Venue: Michelob Ultra Arena
A mouth-watering prospect
There are a ton of interesting match-ups here but perhaps none is more lucrative than the Power Forward battle between A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart. Both are 20+ points scorers, elite rebounders, and incredible defenders. But describing this match-up alone doesn’t do justice. Consider this, the backcourt match-up between Storm’s Loyd and Bird versus Aces’ Plum and Gray is no less exciting.
While Jackie Young gives the Aces another all-around scoring option, Gabby Williams provides hustle and defense that was crucial during the match-up versus the Mystics. Gabby is questionable for the game and her absence can hurt the Storm against a fast-paced Aces.In terms of the bench, both teams appear thin but there is no doubt that the Storm has the edge there with Talbot and Magbebor being impressive against Washington. The Aces seem loaded but the experience of the Storm will not easy to deal with.
Highest scorer: Breanna Stewart: 24 Highest rebounder: A’ja Wilson: 12 Top assists maker: Sue Bird: 8 Score Prediction: Aces: 80 Storm: 75
Las Vegas Aces Teams News:
Aces Expected Starting Five Two-Way Star Forward: PF: A’ja Wilson Rebounding Specialist: C: Kiah Stokes Veteran Playmaking Guard: PG: Chelsea Gray Sharp-Shooting Playmaking Guard: PG: Kelsey Plum Athletic All-Around Guard: SG: Jackie Young
BENCH: Riquna Williams, Theresa Plaisance, Sydney Colson, Aisha Sheppard, Kierstan Bell.
Seattle Storm News
Storm Expected Starting Five All-Around Scoring Forward: PF: Breanna Stewart Defensive Wing: SF: Gabby Williams Rebounding and Inside Specialist: C: Tina Charles Scoring Guard: SG: Jewell Loyd Veteran Playmaker: PG: Sue Bird
BENCH: Ezi Magbebor, Ephiphany Prince, Briann January, Stephenie Talbot, Jantel Lavender.
*Stats from team’s Round 1 game* Breanna Stewart(SEA) Points: 21 Rebounds: 10 Assists: 08 Steals: 02 Blocks: 01 Stewart provides elite scoring, rebounding, defense, and above-average passing and she can work her magic both off-the-dribble and off-the-ball. I believe she will be in 20+ points, 8+ rebounds, and 1-2 steals/blocks range. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 40-60
Kelsey Plum(LVA) Points: 22 Rebounds: 04 Assists: 03 Plum is one of the best shot-creators in the league and has one of the smoothest jumpers in the league, benefiting from playing alongside Gray and Young. I believe she will be in 20-26 points and 3-5 assists range. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 28-40
Jewell Loyd(SEA) Points: 19 Rebounds: 04 Assists: 01 Jewell can make tough pull-ups and usually likes to shoot it from the perimeter, and this incredible iso guard has a ton of playoff experience. I believe she will be in 14-18 points range here. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 22-34
A’ja Wilson(LVA) Points: 17 Rebounds: 04 Assists: 06 Steals: 01 Blessed with one of the quickest first steps, Wilson is a strong post-player and has consistently improved her jumper. The strong defender and elite rebounder can be in 18-23 points, 7-11 rebounds, and 1-2 steals/blocks range. She can be selected as a Star/Pro Player in the Dream 11 Prediction scenario. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 36-50
Sue Bird(SEA) Points: 18 Rebounds: 04 Assists: 10 Steals: 02 Blocks: 01 Sue has been getting it done as a long-range shooter and playmaker and you know she is at her best when the Playoffs are on. I expect her to cool down a bit and be in 8-14 points and 5-9 assists range. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 19-34
Chelsea Gray(LVA) Points: 27 Rebounds: 03 Assists: 08 Blocks: 02 Steals: 01 Brilliant ball-handler, shooter, and all-around threat Gray has picked her game up since the tail-end of the season. I believe the elite veteran can be in 15-21 points, 5-8 assists, and 1-2 steals range. Expected Fantasy Points Range: 30-42
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PG: K Plum SG: R Williams, J Loyd SF: S Talbot PF: B Stewart(SP), I Rupert C: A Wilson(PP), T Charles
(Alternate) PG: K Plum(PP) SG: R Williams, J Loyd SF: T Plaisance, J Young, S Talbot PF: B Stewart(SP) C: T Charles
Game 1 of the Semis, can the loaded Aces counter the Stewart-led Storm that looked highly motivated? The best way to watch this battle is on the WNBA League Pass, an avenue for all the live games and their replays if you can’t watch the game. To witness the highlights, visit 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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