Connecticut Suns vs Washington Mystics, WNBA 2026, Today Match Prediction
Connecticut Suns
Washington Mystics
Can Washington Mystics topple Connecticut Sun?
- The Connecticut Sun have a 60.9% win rate against the Washington Mystics .
- The Connecticut Sun averages 82 points at home while playing against the Washington Mystics.
- In the last five matches, Washington Mystics have lost two and won three matches.
Washington Mystics to win and cover the spread (-3.5).
| Tournament: | WNBA 2026 |
| Live Streaming: | Courtside 1891 |
| Venue: | Mohegan Sun Arena Uncasville |
| Tip Off: | 05:00:00 |
Connecticut Suns vs Washington Mystics Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 2.50 | 1.52 |
Connecticut Suns vs Washington Mystics Match Prediction & Analysis
The Washington Mystics enter their June 27 matchup with Connecticut as slight favorites after winning the first meeting 88-81. Washington’s young core led by Sonia Citron, Kiki Iriafen and Shakira Austin has fueled their strong season.
Connecticut will rely on Brittney Griner and Olivia Nelson Ododa to control the paint, but Washington’s depth and athleticism give them the edge.
Washington Mystics is currently 9th in the Women’s National Basketball Association, with a 8-8 record, while the Connecticut Suns is 15th in the standings with a 3-15 record.
In their last five head-to-head matchups, the Connecticut Sun have won two matches, while the Washington Mystics have won three matches and are currently riding a one game winning streak against the Suns.
Connecticut Suns vs Washington Mystics Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brittney Griner | 12.3 | 5.2 | 2.5 | 0.5/1.9 |
| Sonia Citron | 18.3 | 3.8 | 3.5 | 1.4/0.6 |
Teams Preview
Connecticut Suns Preview
The Connecticut Sun delivered one of their most complete performances of the 2026 WNBA season, cruising to a dominant 92-63 victory over the Chicago Sky.
Brittney Griner led the way with 14 points, while Olivia Nelson Ododa anchored the paint with 11 points and 15 rebounds. In total the team had five players scoring in double figures.
Offensively, the Suns shot a balanced 50% from the field, including 30.8% from the perimeter and 76.9% from the free throw line. Their ball movement was also efficient (21 assists) compared to Chicago’s 10.
Defensively, they dominated the boards 49-28, limiting second chance opportunities through 39 defensive rebounds. Their 10 steals and 9 blocks made key defensive stops and momentum swings down the stretch.
It was a statement win for Connecticut, combining elite defense and efficient scoring. This win also put an end to their seven game losing streak. Overall, the team averages 75 points per game, while dishing out 17 assists. Defensively, they record 34 rebounds, but allow opponents to score 78.5 points per game.
Washington Mystics Preview
The Washington Mystics came up just short in a heartbreaking 78-76 loss to the Minnesota Lynx, falling to 8-8 despite another strong effort against one of the WNBA’s top teams.
Sonia Citron delivered a stellar performance with 28 points, including four three pointers, while Shakira Austin and Kiki Iriafen each recorded double-doubles.
Offensively, the Mystics shot efficiently, hitting 42.6% from the field and 31.3% from the three point line. Defensively, they dominated the boards 40-37 and limited the visitors to just 26.7% from beyond the arc. However, their 17 turnovers proved costly down the stretch.
Despite the defeat, Washington showed resilience and competitiveness against a championship contender. The narrow loss reinforced that the Mystics are becoming one of the league’s toughest young teams, even if the final result didn’t go their way.
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.
Connecticut Suns vs Washington Mystics Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Leila Lacan |
| SG | Kennedy Burke |
| SF | Diamond Miller |
| PF | Aaliyah Edwards |
| C | Brittney Griner |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Sonia Citron |
| SG | Cotie Mcmahon |
| SF | Angela Dugalic |
| PF | Kiki Iriafen |
| C | Shakira Austin |
CONNECTICUT SUNS vs WASHINGTON MYSTICS
Winning PredictionWashington is favored thanks to its deeper roster, stronger recent form and earlier win over Connecticut. We are backing the Washington Mystics to win this matchup.
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