Mystics Dominate Sky in WNBA Showdown
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Wintrust Arena
Washington Mystics 110, Chicago Sky 80, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Washington Mystics vs Chicago Sky?
Washington Mystics beat Chicago Sky 110-80 at Wintrust Arena on September 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Washington Mystics vs Chicago Sky?
Washington Mystics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the Wintrust Arena, the Washington Mystics triumphed over the Chicago Sky with a final score of 110 to 80. This victory marks the Mystics' third consecutive win against the Sky this season, extending their series lead to 3-0. The Mystics have demonstrated their dominance in this matchup, having won all three encounters this year, including a 90-72 victory earlier in June.
The Mystics entered the game with a solid away record of 25-16, while the Sky struggled with a home record of 15-26. In their last ten games, the Mystics had a record of 6-4, with an average of 86.5 points scored and 83.5 points allowed per game. They had recently lost to the Los Angeles Sparks but had secured victories against teams like the Phoenix Mercury and the Portland Fire prior to that. In contrast, the Sky were on a three-game losing streak, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, averaging 82.5 points scored and allowing 88.7 points per game.
The game was particularly challenging for the Sky, who were missing several key players due to injuries. Natasha Cloud, Morgan Maly, DiJonai Carrington, Skylar Diggins, and Rickea Jackson were all sidelined, significantly impacting the team's depth and performance. The Mystics also faced a setback with Sonia Citron being out for personal reasons, but their overall roster remained stronger and more cohesive.
The market reflected the Mystics' advantage, pricing them as 1.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a total set at 165.5. The odds indicated a clear expectation of a competitive game, but the Mystics quickly established control on the court.
Conditions were favorable for basketball at the Wintrust Arena, and the Mystics took full advantage, showcasing their offensive prowess throughout the game. Key scoring plays included a 22-foot three-point jumper by Darianna Littlepage-Buggs and a series of assists from Rori Harmon that helped maintain their lead. The Sky attempted to rally in the fourth quarter, highlighted by a late two-point shot from Rachel Banham, but it was not enough to close the gap.
Viewers should note the Mystics' effective ball movement and the impact of their bench players, which allowed them to maintain a high scoring rate while the Sky struggled to find their rhythm. The final score of 110-80 underscores the Mystics' strong performance and the challenges the Sky faced without their key players.
What we said beforehand
The Chicago Sky will face off against the Washington Mystics at Wintrust Arena on September 18, 2026, in a matchup that promises to be pivotal for both teams. The Mystics currently lead the series 1-0, having secured a victory in their previous meeting on June 2, 2026, where they triumphed 90-72. This upcoming game is crucial for the Sky as they look to improve their standing after a challenging season.
In terms of recent form, the Chicago Sky holds a record of 15-25 for the season. They have struggled in their last five games, winning only two of those matches. Their recent results include a win against the New York Liberty (93-86) and another against the Golden State Valkyries (73-70), but they also faced defeats against the Indiana Fever (90-113), Connecticut Sun (81-87), and the New York Liberty again (66-85). The Sky's average points scored over their last five games is 80.6, while they have allowed an average of 88.2 points.
On the other hand, the Washington Mystics have performed better this season, with a record of 24-16. Their recent form shows a mixed bag, winning three out of their last five games. They lost to the Minnesota Lynx (84-94) but bounced back with victories against the Portland Fire (105-100) and the Phoenix Mercury (94-84 and 80-73). The Mystics have averaged 89.0 points scored in their last five games, while allowing 87.8 points.
When examining home and away performance, the Sky have a home record of 3-2 in their last five games, while their overall record at home is 4-6 in the last ten. The Mystics, in contrast, have a solid away record of 3-3 in their last six games, contributing to their overall away performance of 6-4 in the last ten.
Injuries could play a significant role in this matchup. The Sky will be without key players including DiJonai Carrington, Skylar Diggins, and Rickea Jackson, all of whom are out due to injuries. Natasha Cloud is listed as day-to-day with a knee issue, which could impact the Sky's performance if she is unable to play. For the Mystics, Sonia Citron is also out due to personal reasons.
The betting market reflects the competitive nature of this game, with DraftKings listing the Mystics as 1.5-point favorites. The total points line is set at 165.5, with odds of -112.0 for the over and -108.0 for the under. The moneyline odds show the Sky at +102.0 and the Mystics at -122.0, indicating a close contest as both teams vie for an important win.
As the game approaches, viewers should keep an eye on the performance of key players. For the Sky, Kamilla Cardoso leads in points with an average of 14.8 and also contributes significantly in rebounds with 8.7. For the Mystics, Shakira Austin is the top scorer with an average of 16.8 points. The matchup between these two teams will be critical, not only for their standings but also for the momentum heading into the latter part of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WSH -1.5 | 165.5 o -112 / u -108 | Washington Mystics -122 · Chicago Sky +102 |
Injury report
- Natasha CloudOutKneeChicago Sky
- Morgan MalyOutCoach's DecisionChicago Sky
- DiJonai CarringtonOutFootChicago Sky
- Skylar DigginsOutKneeChicago Sky
- Rickea JacksonOutKneeChicago Sky
- Sonia CitronOutPersonalWashington Mystics
Leaders
- PointsCourtney Vandersloot14Chicago Sky
- AssistsCourtney Vandersloot5Chicago Sky
- ReboundsKamilla Cardoso7Chicago Sky
- PointsShakira Austin20Washington Mystics
- AssistsGeorgia Amoore5Washington Mystics
- ReboundsKiki Iriafen11Washington Mystics
Recent form
Chicago Sky
Last 10: 4-6Streak L382.5 scored · 88.7 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L66-85at New York LibertyAug 29
- L81-87at Connecticut SunAug 25
- L90-113vs Indiana FeverAug 23
- W73-70vs Golden State ValkyriesAug 21
- W93-86vs New York LibertyAug 19
- W82-80at Seattle StormAug 16
- L71-91at Golden State ValkyriesAug 13
- L88-97at Seattle StormAug 11
- L86-90vs Indiana FeverAug 8
- W95-88vs Los Angeles SparksAug 6
Washington Mystics
Last 10: 6-4Streak L186.5 scored · 83.5 allowed per game3-3 away
- L82-88at Los Angeles SparksAug 29
- W80-73at Phoenix MercuryAug 28
- W94-84at Phoenix MercuryAug 26
- W105-100at Portland FireAug 23
- L84-94vs Minnesota LynxAug 21
- W93-82vs Toronto TempoAug 19
- W80-70vs Los Angeles SparksAug 15
- L76-83at Las Vegas AcesAug 14
- L76-86at Las Vegas AcesAug 12
- W95-75vs Phoenix MercuryAug 9
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | - | 14 | W2 | .659 | 27 |
| Indiana | 0.5 | 14 | W2 | .650 | 26 |
| Washington | 2 | 16 | W1 | .610 | 25 |
| New York | 2.5 | 16 | W1 | .600 | 24 |
| Chicago | 12 | 26 | L4 | .366 | 15 |
| Toronto | 15.5 | 29 | L4 | .275 | 11 |
| Connecticut | 17 | 31 | L4 | .244 | 10 |
Box score
| Stat | Washington Mystics | Chicago Sky |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 41-75 | 29-66 |
| Field goal % | 55 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 9-21 | 4-20 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 20 |
| Free throws | 19-26 | 18-25 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 72 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 27 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 21 |
| Assists | 27 | 17 |
| Steals | 8 | 3 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 22 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 54 | 34 |
| Fouls | 20 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 32 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 92 | 6 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter73-54Shakira Austin makes driving layup (Betnijah Laney-Hamilton assists)
- 3rd Quarter73-55Courtney Vandersloot makes technical free throw
- 3rd Quarter73-57Courtney Vandersloot makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter74-57Shakira Austin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter74-59Courtney Vandersloot makes driving layup (Kamilla Cardoso assists)
- 3rd Quarter75-59Lauren Betts makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter76-59Lauren Betts makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter76-61Gabriela Jaquez makes running layup (Jacy Sheldon assists)
- 3rd Quarter76-63Gabriela Jaquez makes 14-foot floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter78-63Betnijah Laney-Hamilton makes 12-foot step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter79-63Michaela Onyenwere makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter80-63Michaela Onyenwere makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter80-65Rachel Banham makes 20-foot pullup jump shot (Elizabeth Williams assists)
- 3rd Quarter80-66Rachel Banham makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter82-66Kiki Iriafen makes driving layup (Lauren Betts assists)
- 3rd Quarter83-66Betnijah Laney-Hamilton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter84-66Betnijah Laney-Hamilton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter84-68Elizabeth Williams makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter84-71Rachel Banham makes 27-foot three point jumper (Sydney Taylor assists)
- 4th Quarter86-71Cassandre Prosper makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter87-71Cassandre Prosper makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter89-71Cotie McMahon makes running layup
- 4th Quarter91-71Alicia Florez makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter94-71Cassandre Prosper makes 24-foot three point jumper (Alicia Florez assists)
- 4th Quarter94-72Sydney Taylor makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-72Michaela Onyenwere makes 26-foot three point jumper (Betnijah Laney-Hamilton assists)
- 4th Quarter97-74Aicha Coulibaly makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter98-74Shakira Austin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter99-74Shakira Austin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-74Kiki Iriafen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-75Jacy Sheldon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-76Jacy Sheldon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-76Lucy Olsen makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Angela Dugalic assists)
- 4th Quarter103-76Lucy Olsen makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter103-77Aicha Coulibaly makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-78Aicha Coulibaly makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter106-78Darianna Littlepage-Buggs makes 22-foot three point jumper (Rori Harmon assists)
- 4th Quarter108-78Darianna Littlepage-Buggs makes running layup (Rori Harmon assists)
- 4th Quarter110-78Angela Dugalic makes 2-foot layup (Rori Harmon assists)
- 4th Quarter110-80Rachel Banham makes 3-foot two point shot (Jacy Sheldon assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Chicago Sky, below favours Washington Mystics.
Venue
- Wintrust ArenaChicago, IL
- Attendance8945
- OfficialsTim Greene, Fatou Cissoko-Stephens, Josh Reed
Elsewhere
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