Phoenix Mercury vs Atlanta Dream, WNBA 2026, Today Match Prediction

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Phoenix Mercury

Phoenix Mercury will look to bounce back after their 88–85 loss to the Portland Fire.

DeWanna Bonner drove the game forward, scoring 23 points, 6 rebounds, Kahleah Cooper added 19 points, 7 rebounds. Sami Whitcomb put up 11 points, 2 rebounds, 4 assists. Alyssa Thomas defended the paint with 17 points, 11 rebounds, 9 assists and 3 steals.

Offensively, the Phoenix Mercury scored 41.8% from the field goal, including 33.3% from the three-point line and 80.0% from the free throw line. Defensively, they were equally matched 36-36, with 5 steals.

The narrow 88–85 loss to Portland could affect Phoenix’s confidence, especially after surrendering a lead late in the game. The Mercury will need to improve fourth-quarter execution and defensive composure in their next matchup. With playoff hopes still in the balance, greater urgency and consistency will be crucial.

Atlanta Dream

Atlanta Dream will look to build on their dominant 124–88 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks, with their offense firing on all cylinders.

Rhyne Howard came up big offensively, contributing 26 points, 3 rebounds, and 5 assists, while teammate Naz Hillmon added 14 points, 3 assists, 5 rebounds, and 4 blocks. Jordin Canada with 9 points, 11 assists, 5 rebounds. Angel Reese defended the paint with 10 rebounds, 20 points, 8 assists.

Offensively, the Atlanta Dream shot 63.9% from the field including 61.5% from deep. They capitalized on opportunities at the line, dropping 72.7%, with 35 assists. On the defensive end they outrebounded 34-24, with 4 steals, 11 blocks.

The dominant 124–88 victory should give Atlanta Dream significant confidence heading into their upcoming game. Their offense was highly efficient, while strong defensive pressure disrupted Los Angeles throughout. Atlanta will look to maintain that momentum, move the ball effectively and build on the confidence from their biggest scoring performance of the season.

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Phoenix Mercury vs Atlanta Dream Match Prediction & Analysis

Phoenix Mercury will host Atlanta Dream on August 23, looking to bounce back from their recent defeat to Portland. Atlanta enter with strong momentum after a dominant win over Los Angeles and have already beaten Phoenix twice this season. The Mercury will need improved shooting and defensive discipline to challenge Atlanta.

The Phoenix Mercury rank 6th in the Western Conference with 13 wins and 23 losses, while Atlanta Dream rank 2nd with 23 wins and 13 losses.

Over their last five meeting, Phoenix Mercury won 0 with 5 losses, leaving the Atlanta Dream with 5 wins and 0 loss.

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PHOENIX MERCURY vs ATLANTA DREAM
Winning Prediction

Atlanta Dream have the edge after their dominant recent performance and stronger momentum. Phoenix Mercury will need to improve defensively and execute better offensively to keep the game close. We are backing the Atlanta Dream to win.

Atlanta Dream to win and cover the spread (-7).

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