Dallas Wings Defeat Washington Mystics 92-69
Monday, May 18, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · College Park Center
Dallas Wings 92, Washington Mystics 69, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Washington Mystics vs Dallas Wings?
Dallas Wings beat Washington Mystics 92-69 at College Park Center on May 18, 2026.
Who was favored in Washington Mystics vs Dallas Wings?
Dallas Wings were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Dallas Wings triumphed over the Washington Mystics with a final score of 92-69 at the College Park Center. This victory not only marks an important win for the Wings but also highlights their recent struggles, as they had lost their previous two games before this encounter. With this win, the Wings improved their home record to 3-2, while the Mystics fell to 2-3 on the road.
Both teams entered the game with identical overall records of 2-2, but the Wings had the advantage of playing at home. The recent form for the Wings showed a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, averaging 86.4 points scored and allowing 88.2 points per game. In contrast, the Mystics had a record of 3-7 in their last ten outings, averaging 75.4 points scored while allowing 83.8 points. The Wings had been struggling at home with a streak of two consecutive losses prior to this game, whereas the Mystics had managed to secure a win in their most recent game against the Indiana Fever.
In their last five games, the Wings averaged 92.2 points scored and 87.0 points allowed, showing a slight improvement in their offensive output. The Mystics, on the other hand, had a more balanced scoring output in their last five games, averaging 82.8 points scored and 82.8 points allowed. The matchup was particularly interesting as the Mystics had won the series against the Wings 2-1 in their previous meetings, which included a win earlier in the season.
In terms of injuries, the Wings were without two key players: Azzi Fudd, who was out due to a knee injury, and Costanza Verona, who was out for personal reasons. The absence of these players could have impacted the Wings' performance, but they managed to secure a comprehensive victory nonetheless.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Wings favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 170.5. The odds reflected the Wings' home advantage and recent form, while also acknowledging the Mystics' struggles on the road. The home money line was set at -185, while the away money line was at +154.
The game conditions were conducive for a competitive matchup, and the Wings capitalized on their home court advantage. They were able to execute their game plan effectively, leading to a dominant performance in the second half. Notably, Aziaha James played a significant role in the victory, contributing key points in the fourth quarter, including a three-point jumper that sealed the game. The scoring plays highlighted the Wings' ability to maintain pressure and capitalize on scoring opportunities as the game progressed.
Overall, this game showcased the Wings' resilience and ability to bounce back from a rough patch, while the Mystics will need to reassess their strategy moving forward, especially in away games. The final score of 92-69 underscores the Wings' determination to improve their standing in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DAL -4.5 | 170.5 o -112 / u -108 | Washington Mystics +154 · Dallas Wings -185 |
Injury report
- Azzi FuddOutKneeDallas Wings
- Costanza VeronaOutPersonalDallas Wings
Leaders
- PointsPaige Bueckers18Dallas Wings
- AssistsPaige Bueckers7Dallas Wings
- ReboundsJessica Shepard16Dallas Wings
- PointsShakira Austin12Washington Mystics
- AssistsCassandre Prosper3Washington Mystics
- ReboundsKiki Iriafen10Washington Mystics
Recent form
Dallas Wings
Last 10: 4-6Streak L286.4 scored · 88.2 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L86-90vs Minnesota LynxMay 15
- L72-77vs Atlanta DreamMay 13
- W107-104at Indiana FeverMay 9
- W101-84vs Las Vegas AcesMay 3
- W95-80at Indiana FeverApr 30
- W97-76vs Phoenix MercurySep 12
- L77-91at Los Angeles SparksSep 7
- L80-84at Golden State ValkyriesSep 5
- L71-96at Minnesota LynxSep 2
- L78-100at Atlanta DreamAug 29
Washington Mystics
Last 10: 3-7Streak W175.4 scored · 83.8 allowed per game3-3 away
- W104-102at Indiana FeverMay 15
- L93-98vs New York LibertyMay 10
- W68-65at Toronto TempoMay 8
- W83-72at Atlanta DreamMay 3
- L66-77vs Minnesota LynxApr 25
- L66-75at New York LibertySep 9
- L65-94vs Indiana FeverSep 7
- L69-75vs Phoenix MercurySep 4
- L78-81at Los Angeles SparksSep 1
- L62-99at Golden State ValkyriesAug 31
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | - | 14 | W1 | .650 | 26 |
| Indiana | - | 14 | W2 | .650 | 26 |
| New York | 2 | 16 | W1 | .600 | 24 |
| Washington | 2 | 16 | L1 | .600 | 24 |
| Chicago | 11 | 25 | L3 | .375 | 15 |
| Toronto | 15 | 29 | L4 | .275 | 11 |
| Connecticut | 16 | 30 | L3 | .250 | 10 |
| Minnesota | - | 9 | L2 | .775 | 31 |
| Golden State | 2 | 11 | W4 | .725 | 29 |
| Las Vegas | 4 | 13 | W3 | .675 | 27 |
| Dallas | 7 | 16 | W4 | .600 | 24 |
| Portland | 15 | 24 | L1 | .400 | 16 |
| Los Angeles | 16 | 25 | W2 | .375 | 15 |
| Phoenix | 17 | 26 | W1 | .350 | 14 |
| Seattle | 23 | 32 | L1 | .200 | 8 |
Box score
| Stat | Washington Mystics | Dallas Wings |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-49 | 33-70 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 5-12 | 11-24 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 46 |
| Free throws | 16-20 | 15-17 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 2 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 20 |
| Assists | 16 | 30 |
| Steals | 3 | 10 |
| Blocks | 1 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 23 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 36 |
| Fouls | 17 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 25 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter40-51Arike Ogunbowale makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter43-51Sonia Citron makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot (Cassandre Prosper assists)
- 3rd Quarter43-53Azzi Fudd makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot (Paige Bueckers assists)
- 3rd Quarter43-55Jessica Shepard makes driving layup (Paige Bueckers assists)
- 3rd Quarter43-57Jessica Shepard makes driving layup (Arike Ogunbowale assists)
- 3rd Quarter45-57Lauren Betts makes layup (Georgia Amoore assists)
- 3rd Quarter45-59Azzi Fudd makes driving layup (Paige Bueckers assists)
- 3rd Quarter45-60Arike Ogunbowale makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter45-61Arike Ogunbowale makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter45-62Jessica Shepard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter45-63Jessica Shepard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter46-63Kiki Iriafen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter46-66Paige Bueckers makes 25-foot three pointer (Jessica Shepard assists)
- 4th Quarter46-67Jessica Shepard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter46-68Jessica Shepard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter48-68Cotie McMahon makes running layup
- 4th Quarter48-70Maddy Siegrist makes 10-foot jumper (Jessica Shepard assists)
- 4th Quarter48-73Paige Bueckers makes 24-foot fade away jump shot (Azzi Fudd assists)
- 4th Quarter51-73Cotie McMahon makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kiki Iriafen assists)
- 4th Quarter51-75Azzi Fudd makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Jessica Shepard assists)
- 4th Quarter53-75Lauren Betts makes driving layup (Lucy Olsen assists)
- 4th Quarter54-75Lauren Betts makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter54-77Awak Kuier makes 2-foot layup (Paige Bueckers assists)
- 4th Quarter55-77Cotie McMahon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter56-77Cotie McMahon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter56-79Awak Kuier makes 2-foot layup (Paige Bueckers assists)
- 4th Quarter58-79Lauren Betts makes 3-foot hook shot (Cotie McMahon assists)
- 4th Quarter58-82Paige Bueckers makes 24-foot three point jumper (Awak Kuier assists)
- 4th Quarter60-82Lucy Olsen makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter60-84Paige Bueckers makes 12-foot driving floating jump shot (Awak Kuier assists)
- 4th Quarter62-84Lucy Olsen makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Rori Harmon assists)
- 4th Quarter63-84Cassandre Prosper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter65-84Angela Dugalic makes 3-foot layup (Rori Harmon assists)
- 4th Quarter65-86Aziaha James makes 10-foot fade away jump shot (Awak Kuier assists)
- 4th Quarter65-87Aziaha James makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter65-88Aziaha James makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter65-89Aziaha James makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter67-89Lauren Betts makes layup (Cassandre Prosper assists)
- 4th Quarter69-89Lucy Olsen makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 4th Quarter69-92Aziaha James makes 23-foot three point jumper (Odyssey Sims assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Dallas Wings, below favours Washington Mystics.
Venue
- College Park CenterArlington, TX
- Attendance6251
- OfficialsAngelica Suffren, Tyler Mirkovich, Josh Reed
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