According to WNBA schedule data, the Washington Mystics visit the Las Vegas Aces at Michelob ULTRA Arena on Thursday, August 13, for a cross-conference matchup scheduled to tip off at 10:00 p.m. ET on Prime Video. The contest marks the third meeting between the two teams over a three-week span, following a Tuesday night game where Las Vegas defeated Washington 86–76.
Betting Odds and Spread Analysis for Thursday Night
Las Vegas enters the matchup as a 6.5-point favorite on the spread, according to PrizePicks Team Picks data cited by the league, while DraftKings lists the spread at Aces -6.5 (-115) and the Mystics at +6.5 (-105), with a total of 170.5 points. Betting analyst Eric Rosales notes on Covers that Washington represents strong value to cover as an underdog, pointing out that the Mystics go 7–5-0 against the spread following a loss.
Playoff Seeding Implications in the Western and Eastern Conferences
If the regular season ended today, the third-seeded Aces and sixth-seeded Mystics would face each other in the first round of the WNBA playoffs, making this contest a potential postseason preview. Las Vegas holds a 23–12 record, according to league standings, and sits in third place overall. Washington holds the sixth playoff spot, though the team sits only percentage points ahead of the Liberty and Wings in the race for the final postseason berths.
Injury Reports and Roster Availability
According to official league injury reports, the Las Vegas Aces list forward Kierstan Bell (personal) – OUT, guard Dana Evans (leg) – OUT, forward Cheyenne Parker-Tyus (concussion) – OUT, and guard Justine Pissott (leg) – Questionable. The Washington Mystics enter the matchup with no players listed on the injury report.
Key Player Matchups: Shakira Austin and A’ja Wilson
Washington center Shakira Austin averages 16.3 points and 9.6 rebounds per game, scoring at least 15 points in 12 consecutive contests, including a 20-point performance against Las Vegas on Tuesday. For Las Vegas, A’ja Wilson leads the league with 26.3 points and 9.8 rebounds per game.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the Mystics vs. Aces game start?
The game tips off at 10:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, August 13.
Where can I watch the Mystics vs. Aces game?
The matchup will be broadcast live on Prime Video.
What is the current betting spread for the game?
According to DraftKings odds, the Las Vegas Aces are favored by 6.5 points over the Washington Mystics.
Who leads the WNBA in scoring this season?
Aces star A’ja Wilson leads the league, averaging 26.3 points per contest.
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