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August 5, 2026 β’ Gateway Center, College Park
WNBA PREVIEW β’ August 5, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Phoenix Mercury (12-20) meets Atlanta Dream (19-11) at Gateway Center, College Park.
Phoenix Mercury
Visiting Side
Record
12-20
Atlanta Dream
Home Side
Record
19-11
Scoring
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
PHO
|
24 | 23 | 19 | 16 | 82 |
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ATL
|
33 | 21 | 27 | 15 | 96 |
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
43%
Phoenix Mercury
VS
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Atlanta Dream
Projected Score
PHO 84
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ATL 93
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- Atlanta Dream maintains a stronger scoring margin over opponents.
- Phoenix Mercury operates with higher offensive efficiency.
Phoenix Mercury
STAT
Atlanta Dream
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Atlanta Dream plays on familiar turf at Gateway Center, College Park.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Phoenix Mercury Could Win
Phoenix Mercury generates 85.2 points per game while shooting 44.5%.
Why Atlanta Dream Could Win
Atlanta Dream produces 94.4 points per game on 42.2% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Phoenix Mercury's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Gateway Center, College Park
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
3,575
Closing Odds
Line: ATL -6.5 | O/U: 182.5
Team Leaders
Team Points
Rhyne Howard
23
Team Assists
Rhyne Howard
8
Team Points
Kelsey Plum
19
Team Assists
Alyssa Thomas
7
Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Phoenix Mercury (40.0%)
Atlanta Dream (60.0%)
Total Submissions: 58 circles
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