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USA Today
19-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Dream vs. Mystics odds, tips and betting trends - 6/20/2025
Dream vs. Mystics odds, tips and betting trends - 6/20/2025 The Washington Mystics (5-7) visit the Atlanta Dream (8-4) one game after Brittney Sykes put up 32 points in the Mystics' 79-72 victory over the Sky. This matchup airs on ION at 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday, June 20, 2025. Atlanta lost on the road to New York, 86-81, in its most recent game. Its top performers were Te-Hina Paopao (16 PTS, 2 STL, 75.0 FG%, 4-5 from 3PT) and Allisha Gray (14 PTS, 5 AST, 41.7 FG%, 2-4 from 3PT). In its most recent game, Washington beat Chicago 79-72 on the road, with Sykes (32 PTS, 5 AST, 3 STL, 54.2 FG%, 4-5 from 3PT) and Sonia Citron (13 PTS, 9 REB, 3 STL, 44.4 FG%) the standout performers. Read on for everything you need to get ready ahead of Friday's game. Watch the WNBA on Fubo! Atlanta Dream vs. Washington Mystics odds and betting lines WNBA odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Thursday at 6:05 p.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Spread: Dream (-7.5) Dream (-7.5) Over/under: 158.5 158.5 Favorite: Dream (-350, bet $350 to win $100) Dream (-350, bet $350 to win $100) Underdog: Mystics (+270, bet $100 to win $270) Dream moneyline insights The Dream have won 71.4% of the games this season when they were the moneyline favorite (5-2). In games it has played as a moneyline favorite with odds of -350 or shorter, Atlanta has gone 2-1 (66.7%). The Dream have a 77.8% chance to win this matchup based on the moneyline's implied probability. Atlanta and its opponents have combined to score more than 158.5 points in six of 12 games this season. The average total in Dream outings this year is 162.3, 3.8 more than this matchup's over/under. Mystics moneyline insights The Mystics have entered the game as underdogs eight times this season and won twice. Washington has been at least a +270 moneyline underdog three times this season, but was upset in each of those games. The moneyline for this contest implies a 27.0% chance of a victory for the Mystics. The Mystics have played six games this season that finished with a point total over 158.5 points. The average total for Washington's games this season has been 160.8, 2.3 more points than this matchup's over/under. Dream vs. Mystics: Game time and info Game day: Friday, June 20, 2025 Friday, June 20, 2025 Game time: 7:30 p.m. ET 7:30 p.m. ET Stadium: Gateway Center Arena Gateway Center Arena TV channel: ION Watch the WNBA on Fubo!
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Allisha Gray stars as Dream crush Mystics 89-56 in WNBA Commissioner's Cup
Allisha Gray delivered a sensational performance, pouring in a career-high 32 points as the Atlanta Dream dismantled the Washington Mystics 89-56 in their WNBA Commissioner's Cup Sunday clash. Gray went 10-for-14 from the field, including 6-of-9 from beyond the arc, spearheading a franchise-record 18 three-pointers for the Dream. Alongside her, Rhyne Howard added 14 points and Te-Hina Paopao chipped in 16. Atlanta's balanced attack and relentless pressure saw them dominate the second half, outscoring Washington 44-22 after halftime. — WNBA (@WNBA) The Dream showcased superb team basketball in their dominant win over the Mystics, recording 24 assists on 31 made field goals. Live Events Te-Hina Paopao and Naz Hillmon led the playmaking with five assists each, while Hillmon added 10 points and a game-high 11 rebounds off the bench. The Dream caught fire from beyond the arc, drilling eight 3-pointers in the second quarter alone and riding Allisha Gray's hot hand - she hit 3-of-4 from deep in the opening frame. Jade Melbourne accounted for two of the Mystics' three made three-pointers, finishing with eight points off the bench. Sonia Citron led the Mystics with 10 points. The Dream built an 11-point halftime lead and never looked back, holding Washington to 18-of-61 shooting.
USA Today
28-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Te-Hina Paopao 2025 WNBA ROY prop bets and current odds
Te-Hina Paopao 2025 WNBA ROY prop bets and current odds Bookmakers have listed the Atlanta Dream's Te-Hina Paopao at +12500 to take home the WNBA Rookie of the Year award for the 2025 season. For Paopao's current stats and to stay on top of fluctating odds, review the article below. Paopao is averaging 5.0 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.8 assists this year. They is committing 1.6 turnovers per game, and on defense is averaging 0.0 blocks and 0.2 steals. Te-Hina Paopao futures odds WNBA odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Wednesday at 5:13 a.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. ROY Odds: +12500 (9th in WNBA, Bet $100 to win $12500) Paopao's next game Matchup: Atlanta Dream at Seattle Storm Atlanta Dream at Seattle Storm Game Day: May 30, 2025 May 30, 2025 Game Time: 10 p.m. ET 10 p.m. ET TV Channel: ION ION Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply) Sign up for Fubo to watch WNBA games live! Te-Hina Paopao stats
RNZ News
02-05-2025
- Sport
- RNZ News
Basketballer Te-Hina Paopao carries Tokelauen heritage into WNBA
By Elena Pasilio* in Tokelau Te-Hina Paopao has never set foot on the atolls of Tokelau where her family roots run but she has cemented her footprints in Tokelau history as the first of Tokelau heritage to be drafted into the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). "I loved it," she said on Zoom about taking her historic place in the league. "It's something I'm proud of and something I'm going to cherish." WMBA star Te-Hina Paopao celebrates being drafted with her family. Photo: Supplied/ Te-Hina Paopao When Te-Hina Paopao was drafted by the Atlanta Dream on April 14, 2025, she didn't attend the draft venue in New York City and instead chose to celebrate with her close family and friends in Oceanside, California. Adorned in flower garlands and crown, a puletasi matching pair with her family and a tifa - the traditional Tokelauan wear that honours the value of women - she carried her Polynesian heritage with quiet pride. "Something that I'm actually really proud of was wearing a pule (tasi) at my draft party," Te-Hina shared with RNZ. "We wore it as a family unit, me and my siblings and my dad and mum were matching with the same fabric." FROM LEFT: Isaia Paopao, losefa Aviu, Tiare Paopao, Te-Hina Paopao, Te-Hina Nansen (Niece), Paul Paopao (Father) Linkoln Nansen (Nephew) Diana Aviu Paopao (Mother) Israel Paopao. Photo: supplied/ Te-Hina Paopao For Te-Hina, this special day wasn't just about personal achievement - it was about representation. "It's something that I wanted to showcase because not a lot of people know about our culture, especially in the league," she said. "And that's something that I wanted to start off on the right foot was letting people know that I'm really proud of my culture." Te-Hina's choice of traditional attire and her decision to celebrate with her family was a statement in a space where Pacific representation is rare. "You'll see me wearing more pule (tasi) before game days," she said. "So, you know, tune in, see what the fabric will be looking like." Te-Hina Paopao with her family. Photo: supplied/ Te-Hina Paopao For young aspiring Pacific Island athletes watching her rise, Te-Hina's message emphasises the importance of leaning on family support, on cultural heritage and an unwavering sense of faith. "There's no pressure at all, just be who you are," she urges kids in the Pacific. "Have great faith, trust in God, lean on your family because your family's always gonna have your back. Trust the process and just take it one day at a time." Although she has made history, Te-Hina spoke to RNZ with the humility of someone who knows her journey is only beginning. "The work doesn't stop," she said. "I mean, now I got a job - and that job is to play basketball. And outside of that, I'm just speaking on who I am and trying to bring everyone to know more about my culture." * This story was written by Elena Pasilio, who is Nukunonu's environment officer and a trained journalist.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Where South Carolina basketball, Dawn Staley's players projected to land in WNBA draft
(This has been updated to reflect the latest information). Although South Carolina women's basketball's season just ended, three players have less than a week to prepare for the next chapter. The 2025 WNBA draft is Monday (7:30 p.m., ESPN) in New York. Guard Te-Hina Paopao is expected to go in the first round. Forward Sania Feagin and guard Bree Hall also are eligible to be selected. Advertisement The last two years, coach Dawn Staley has produced a top-three pick. In 2023, it was Aliyah Boston who went No. 1 to the Indiana Fever and last year it was Kamilla Cardoso who went No. 3 to the Chicago Sky. In 2023, she had two more players drafted in the top 10, Laeticia Amihere at No. 8 and Zia Cook at No. 10. Here's a closer look at what WNBA draft boards are saying ahead of the draft. Te-Hina Paopao, South Carolina WNBA draft projections USA TODAY: No. 10 to the Chicago Sky: "The Sky will prioritize depth by drafting Te-Hina Paopao, reuniting her with former South Carolina teammate Kamilla Cardoso ... Paopao can not only create a shot for her teammates and herself, she's developed as a lockdown defender and has emerged as an elite 3-and-D player." ESPN: Not in top 12 as of April 11 mock draft Sports Illustrated: No. 12 to Dallas Wings (via New York Liberty): "While Paopao can handle the ball, her ideal role in the W may be as an off-ball shooting threat to create space for lead guards. She could do just that as a depth piece next to or in support of a Wings backcourt led by (Arike) Ogunbowale and their likely top pick, (Paige) Bueckers." The Athletic: No. 10 to the Chicago Sky (via Connecticut Sun): "I love the fit of Paopao in Chicago ... A movement shooter who knows how to play off of high-usage frontcourt players is exactly what the Sky require. Paopao was a little hot and cold during the NCAA Tournament .. the hope for Chicago is that she was so good playing next to Cardoso during her senior year (the combo had a plus-40.0 net rating) ... that Paopao simply needs better bigs to perform at a high level." CBS Sports had Paopao at No. 8 to Connecticut Sun on March 13: "New Sun coach Rachid Meziane wants to bring an European style to Uncasville which will emphasize pace and ball movement, without sacrificing defense. Paopao ... fits that bill. She's a combo guard who can really shoot it, makes good decisions and has improved defensively under Dawn Staley." On April 7, Paopao was no longer listed for the first round South Carolina's Sania Feagin in WNBA draft projections ESPN: No. 10 to the Chicago Sky: "Feagin was a late bloomer in college, in large part because she was playing behind WNBA lottery picks Aliyah Boston and Kamilla Cardoso. This season, an injury to Ashlyn Watkins brough Feagin more to the forefront, and she responded as the Gamecocks advanced to the national championship game. Feagin might just be scratching the surface of what she can do and could join Cardoso with the Sky." Advertisement Tankathon's mock draft: No. 19 to the Indiana Fever, where she would join Boston. CBS Sports projected on March 19 that Feagin's draft range is second round. South Carolina's Bree Hall in WNBA draft projections Hall is not in most WNBA draft projections. She started every game the last two seasons for Staley but her points per game decreased from 9.2 as a junior to 6.3 per game as a senior. She shot 39.9% from the field and 38.3% from the 3-point range. She is a lanky, lock down defender who is disciplined in both transition and half court defense. Any team looking to enhance their on-ball defense and defense as a whole might look at Hall to help. Advertisement CBS Sports said March 19 that Hall's draft range is late second round to third round. TRANSFER TRACKER: South Carolina women's basketball transfer portal tracker 2025: Who's in, out for Dawn Staley Lulu Kesin covers South Carolina athletics for The Greenville News and the USA TODAY Network. Email her at lkesin@ and follow her on X, formerly known as Twitter, @Lulukesin This article originally appeared on Greenville News: South Carolina basketball, Dawn Staley players in WNBA draft projections
