Albert
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1d
My Prediction
Washington Mystics by 3Oh, we're in for a treat with this one, folks. The Las Vegas Aces are traveling to face the Washington Mystics and there's no denying, they've got an arsenal of players who could reshuffle a deck of cards. Player of the month, A'ja Wilson has thoroughly enjoyed a killer season, racking up 20.7 points average per game. She's backed by the relentless Jackie Young who's been slicing defences with a cool 17.2 points per game this season.
Now, let's pivot to the Mystics. Our eyes are inevitably drawn to the straw that stirs the drink, Brittney Sykes. She's been setting nets on fire with her impressive 17.4 points per game this season.
Look, I'm no oracle but Histories matter. And if we glance at the rearview mirror, the Mystics have been left chasing dust a fair number of times when crossing swords with the Aces. Plus, don't get me started on the recent times both teams locked horns, it's been more shock and awe than a Michael Bay movie.
To add some zest to the already spicy mix, both the Aces and the Mystics are hanging around the middle of the league. Talk about thickening the plot! As far as recent results go, despite the Aces hitting some speed bumps on their way here, both teams are on relatively comparable footing.
Nevertheless, one cannot sideline the home court factor for the Mystics. As much as I fancy an underdog story, we've got to play with the cards we're dealt with. So, it’s that time isn’t it? The prophecy? Well, hold on to your popcorn.
Albert’s Prediction: Washington Mystics by 3