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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Chicago Sky vs Washington Mystics predictions for WNBA Tuesday.
The Washington Mystics will face the Chicago Sky in WNBA action at CareFirst Arena on Tuesday, starting at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven WNBA model projects the Sky as the most likely winner of the Sky vs. Mystics game.
The Mystics, who have star players such as Shakira Austin, Kiki Iriafen and Alicia Florez, will face off against the Sky, whose lineup includes Skylar Diggins-Smith, Kamilla Cardoso and Sydney Taylor.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Tuesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks.
Sky vs. Mystics prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's WNBA matchup between the Sky and Mystics, forming part of our WNBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Sky a 56% chance of beating the Mystics.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Sky and Mystics each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 160.5-point over/under has a 54% chance of going over.
Sky vs. Mystics odds
We have researched the best WNBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sky | Mystics |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -1.5 (-114) | +1.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | -134 | +115 |
| Total | o160.5 (-110) | u160.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sky vs. Mystics picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Mystics +1.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Sky | -134 |
| Total | Over 160.5 | -110 |
According to our WNBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 160.5 total points.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Sky vs. Mystics player props
WNBA player props are an enjoyable way to wager on the Sky vs. Mystics matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at CareFirst Arena.
Skylar Diggins-Smith is expected to lead the Sky with 15 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists, while Shakira Austin is projected to have 18 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists for the Mystics.
When evaluating the first basket market, Kiki Iriafen is our top projected player to score first, backed by a 14.5% probability.
Check out our WNBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and a deeper look at today's WNBA first basket picks.
Sky prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Sky are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. Diggins-Smith | 15 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 34 |
| Kamilla Cardoso | 13 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 31 |
| Sydney Taylor | 11 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 18 |
| Natasha Cloud | 10 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 28 |
| Azura Stevens | 8 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20 |
Mystics prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Mystics:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shakira Austin | 18 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 40 |
| Kiki Iriafen | 14 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 32 |
| Alicia Florez | 11 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 24 |
| M. Onyenwere | 8 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 17 |
| Georgia Amoore | 8 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 21 |
Sky vs. Mystics game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's matchup between the Mystics and Sky at CareFirst Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Chicago Sky vs. Washington Mystics
- Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: CareFirst Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Sky, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Mystics in Tuesday's WNBA matchup.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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