The hosts aim to break out of their slump. Prediction for Atlanta Dream vs Seattle Storm
Atlanta Dream
Seattle Storm
In the early hours of July 10 (02:00), the Atlanta Dream will host the Seattle Storm in a WNBA regular season showdown. Both teams are still fighting for a playoff berth, but they head into this head-to-head clash with contrasting moods. Here's my take on who will come out on top in this matchup.
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Head-to-head and statistical facts
- The Dream are on a five-game losing streak.
- The Storm have won just two road games this season, the worst mark in the league.
- Seattle has won the last two meetings against Atlanta.
- The last three games between these teams in Atlanta ended with a margin of no more than two points.
Atlanta hasn't looked their best in recent weeks, despite showing flashes of quality. The team still has a solid shot at finishing high before the playoffs thanks to their consistent play against opponents on their level.
On their home court, the Dream traditionally play aggressive basketball and try to seize the initiative from the opening tip. The team's stars remain Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray, who regularly provide the bulk of the scoring. Angel Reese has also made a huge impact, quickly establishing herself as one of the league's top rebounders. It's no coincidence that three Dream players have been selected for the All-Star Game.
One of Atlanta's main strengths is their roster depth. The coaching staff uses rotation actively, allowing them to keep the tempo high for all forty minutes. If the hosts can dictate a fast-paced game and make full use of their edge in the paint, they'll have a great shot at another win.
On the flip side, the team has hit a rough patch, marked by a dip in results. Atlanta has now dropped five straight, falling to sixth in the overall standings.
Seattle is having a much less successful season. The team has suffered plenty of defeats and has made their playoff chase a steep uphill battle. That said, the Storm have shown flashes of quality basketball in certain games and can pose problems for favorites thanks to the individual brilliance of their leaders.
The team's main star was Nneka Ogwumike, who moved to the Los Angeles Sparks. In her absence, young Dominique Malonga has stepped up, delivering a dazzling rookie season and earning an All-Star Game invitation.
The Storm are far less convincing on the road than at home. Against teams in the upper half of the standings, they often lack depth and defensive reliability. This is underscored by just six wins in 23 games.
The Storm's main problem remains inconsistency. They can put together a strong first half, only to lose focus and make a slew of mistakes after halftime. Seattle also struggles against teams that press aggressively and push the pace.
What to bet on?
Atlanta comes into this game in shaky form but has the home court advantage. The hosts boast greater roster depth and better team chemistry. That's why this trip to Atlanta will be a real test for the visitors, who desperately need wins to keep their playoff hopes alive. My pick: Storm to win with a +13 point handicap.
