Indiana Fever vs. Atlanta Dream, Picks and Prediction, Tuesday, September 16
Use Code WWWC The WNBA playoffs continue Tuesday with the Indiana Fever’s season on the line as they host the Atlanta Dream in Game 2 of their best-of-three series. The Dream opened the matchup with an 80-68 win as a 7.5-point favorite. During the regular season, the teams split their four head-to-head meetings, both against the spread and straight up.
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Dream looking to advance
The Dream, who own the third-best record in the league, picked up their seventh straight win by taking Game 1.During the regular season, guards Allisha Gray (18.4 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.5 assists) and Rhyne Howard (17.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 4.6 assists) led Atlanta. In Sunday’s victory, Gray and Howard both scored 20 points to pace the team.
Now the Dream head on the road looking to close out the series. Atlanta has gone 14-8 away from home this season and ranks second in both offensive and defensive rating in road games.
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Season on the line
The Fever finished the regular season 24-20, good for third in the Eastern Conference and sixth overall.The biggest storyline is the absence of Caitlin Clark, who has not played since July 15 and has been ruled out for the remainder of the season. Damiris Dantas also missed Game 1, joining an injury list that includes Chloe Bibby, Sophie Cunningham, Sydney Colson, and Aari McDonald.
Even with all the injuries, the Fever are led by a trio that started all 44 games. Kelsey Mitchell leads the team with 20.2 points per game, followed by Aliyah Boston (15 points, 8.2 rebounds, 3.7 assists) and Natasha Howard (11.4 points, 6.6 rebounds).
In Sunday’s loss, Mitchell scored 27 points while Boston led the rebounding effort with 12 boards and added eight points.At home, Indiana is 13-9 this season, ranking second in offensive rating and sixth in defensive rating in those games.
Fever vs. Dream Prediction
Spread Pick for Indiana Fever vs. Atlanta Dream:
- Indiana Fever +4.5 (4 units)
The Fever only trailed by five entering the fourth quarter in Game 1, but ran out of steam late. Both teams shot poorly overall, and Atlanta missed a lot of makeable shots and layups that could have shifted momentum. With the home crowd behind them and a veteran core, Indiana should keep this one close and cover at home.
Total Pick for Fever vs. Dream:
- Under 159.5
Game 1 finished with 148 total points, and I expect another low-scoring battle with baskets at a premium. Both teams defend well, and the Fever have gone under in five straight games heading into the postseason.
Take the under.
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