This article was originally published on www.si.com as Mercury vs. Dream Prediction, Odds, Best WNBA Prop Bets for Friday, Aug. 1. Heading into Friday’s matchup, the Atlanta Dream (16-11) and Phoenix Mercury (16-10) are neck-and-neck in the standings, with both teams jockeying for playoff position in a crowded WNBA field.

There are five WNBA games tonight, but only the contest between the Phoenix Mercury and Atlanta Dream features two teams with winning records. How will Alyssa Thomas perform in that game? Will Marine Johannes have success from beyond the three-point line when her New York Liberty battle the lowly Connecticut Sun?

In Wednesday's 88-85 loss to the Atlanta Dream, Bueckers put forth another strong performance, only strengthening her case for Rookie of the Year. The UConn alum logged a game-high 21 points, seven assists,

Jul 30, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers (5) dribbles against the Atlanta Dream during the second half at College Park Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images / Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images The Dallas Wings and Atlanta Dream played a thrilling basketball game on Wednesday night,

Bueckers is now averaging 18.2 points, 4.0 rebounds and 5.5 assists during her rookie campaign. She is shooting 45.0% from the floor and 32.9% from the three-point line. She also