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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Toronto Tempo vs Washington Mystics predictions for WNBA Friday.
WNBA action continues on Friday at 7:30 PM ET as the Toronto Tempo take on the Washington Mystics at CareFirst Arena.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven WNBA model projects the Mystics as the most likely winner of the Tempo vs. Mystics game.
The Mystics, with stars such as Shakira Austin, Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen, will face off against the Tempo, who feature Brittney Sykes, Marina Mabrey and Laura Juskaite.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Friday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks.
Tempo vs. Mystics prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Friday's WNBA game between the Tempo and Mystics, forming part of our WNBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Mystics a 61.5% chance of defeating the Tempo.
According to our model, the Mystics (-1.5) have a 55.9% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 169.5 points has a 59.2% chance of staying under,.
Tempo vs. Mystics odds
We have sourced the best WNBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Tempo | Mystics |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +1.5 (-110) | -1.5 (-108) |
| Moneyline | +105 | -118 |
| Total | o169.5 (-115) | u169.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Tempo vs. Mystics picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current 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 | -108 |
| Moneyline | Mystics | -118 |
| Total | Under 169.5 | -105 |
According to our best WNBA bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 169.5 total points.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Tempo vs. Mystics player props
WNBA prop bets are a great way to wager on Friday's Tempo vs. Mystics game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at CareFirst Arena.
Brittney Sykes is expected to lead the Tempo with 16 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists, while Shakira Austin is projected to have 18 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists for the Mystics.
Looking at the opening tip, the numbers point to Brittney Sykes striking first with a 14.2% 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.
Tempo prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Tempo are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brittney Sykes | 16 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 31 |
| Marina Mabrey | 14 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 28 |
| Laura Juskaite | 12 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 27 |
| I. Harrison | 9 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 20 |
| Maria Conde | 6 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 15 |
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 | 39 |
| Sonia Citron | 15 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 30 |
| Kiki Iriafen | 13 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 28 |
| Cotie McMahon | 9 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 17 |
| M. Onyenwere | 8 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
Tempo vs. Mystics game-day updates and essential details
Friday's matchup between the Mystics and Tempo at CareFirst Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Toronto Tempo vs. Washington Mystics
- Date: Friday, June 12, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: CareFirst Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Mystics, with a 61.5% win probability, will likely beat the Tempo in Friday'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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