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Can Toronto Tempo topple Washington Mystics?
Tournament: WNBA Commissioner's Cup, 2026 | Venue: CareFirst Arena Washington | Tip Off: 05:00:00
Live Streaming: Courtside 1891
Toronto Tempo to win and cover the spread (2.5).
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.69 | 2.14 |
In their recent matchup, the Washington Mystics came up just short in a heartbreaking 78-76 loss to the Indiana Fever. Washington struggled offensively in the first half and trailed 43-29 at the break, but responded with a strong second-half surge that nearly completed the comeback.
Michaela Onyenwere led the scoring with 17 points, while Sonia Citron and Georgia added 12 points each. Shakira Austin contributed 10 points and 9 rebounds but their efforts weren’t enough.
Offensively, the Mystics shot competitively, hitting 43.1% from the field, 50% from the perimeter and 70.8% from the free throw line while dishing out 21 assists. Defensively, Washington tightened up after halftime where they controlled the boards 31-28, recorded 6 blocks and forced the Fever to commit 17 turnovers and 26 fouls.
The loss dropped the Mystics to 4-6 on the season, but their fight back highlighted the team’s growing toughness and ability to compete against one of the Eastern Conference contenders. Overall, the team averages 74.5 points per game, while dishing out 16.5 assists. Defensively, they record 31.5 rebounds and allow opponents to score 74.5 points per game.
The Toronto Tempo continued their strong early season form with a thrilling 106-102 victory over the Connecticut Sun, showcasing the offensive firepower that has fueled their rise in the Eastern Conference.
Brittney Sykes delivered a standout performance scoring 38 points, with multiple players contributing in double figures and keeping constant pressure on Connecticut’s defense.
Offensively, Toronto shot 44.9% from the field, 33.3% from the perimeter and 83.7% from the free throw line. Defensively, they lost the battle on the boards (42-28), but recorded 12 steals which caused multiple momentum swings in their favor. They also forced the visitors to commit 18 turnovers while themselves committing to just 11 turnovers.
The victory marked Toronto’s fourth win in its last five games and further highlighted their growth. With their offense finding rhythm and confidence growing, the Tempo are emerging as a legitimate contender in the Eastern Conference race.
Overall, the team averages 72 points per game, while dishing out 14 assists. Defensively, they record 27.5 rebounds, but allow opponents to just 78 points per game.
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Sonia Citron |
| SG | Georgia Amoore |
| SF | Angela Dugalic |
| PF | Michaela Onyenwere |
| C | Shakira Austin |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Brittney Sykes |
| SG | Marina Mabrey |
| SF | Nyara Sabally |
| PF | Laura Juskaite |
| C | Isabelle Harrison |
The Washington Mystics and Toronto Tempo enter their June 13 matchup with contrasting styles. Washington relies on defense, rebounding, and half court execution led by Michaela Onyenwere and Sonia Citron, while Toronto thrives on pace and balanced scoring.
The key battle will be whether the Mystics can slow the game down. Expect a competitive contest, with Toronto holding a slight edge due to its recent offensive form.
Toronto Tempo is currently 7th in the Women’s National Basketball Association, with a 7-5 record, while the Washington Mystics is 11th in the standings with a 4-6 record.
In the Commissioner’s Cup Eastern Conference standings, Toronto Tempo is 3rd with a 2-1 record, while Washington Mystics is 5th with a 1-2 record.
In their last head-to-head matchup, the Washington Mystics won 68-65 against the Toronto Tempo.
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonia Citron | 17.1 | 2.9 | 3.4 | 1.3/0.7 |
| Marina Mabrey | 17.9 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 1.3/0.4 |
Toronto enters with more offensive momentum after recent high-scoring performances, and their depth gives them multiple scoring options. Washington’s defense and home-court advantage should keep the game close, but the Tempo’s ability to push the pace and generate points in transition could be the difference in the fourth quarter. We are backing the Toronto Tempo to win this matchup.
Toronto Tempo to win and cover the spread (2.5).
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