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September 17, 2026 β’ Wintrust Arena, Chicago
WNBA PREVIEW β’ September 17, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Washington Mystics (25-16) meets Chicago Sky (15-26) at Wintrust Arena, Chicago.
Washington Mystics
Visiting Side
Record
25-16
Chicago Sky
Home Side
Record
15-26
Scoring
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
WAS
|
24 | 28 | 32 | 26 | 110 |
|
CHI
|
19 | 22 | 27 | 12 | 80 |
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
39%
Washington Mystics
VS
61%
Chicago Sky
Projected Score
WAS 76
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CHI 87
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- Chicago Sky maintains a stronger scoring margin over opponents.
- Washington Mystics controls the glass more effectively.
- Chicago Sky shoots at a higher clip from the floor.
Washington Mystics
STAT
Chicago Sky
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Chicago Sky plays on familiar turf at Wintrust Arena, Chicago.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Washington Mystics Could Win
Washington Mystics generates 83.0 points per game while shooting 39.7%.
Why Chicago Sky Could Win
Chicago Sky produces 88.0 points per game on 44.5% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Chicago Sky's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Wintrust Arena, Chicago
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
8,945
Closing Odds
Line: WSH -1.5 | O/U: 165.5
Team Leaders
Team Points
Courtney Vandersloot
14
Team Assists
Courtney Vandersloot
5
Team Points
Shakira Austin
20
Team Assists
Georgia Amoore
5
Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Washington Mystics (26.1%)
Chicago Sky (73.9%)
Total Submissions: 45 circles
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