Atlanta Dream vs. Seattle Storm: Preview, Predictions and Picks for July 14, 2024

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Jul 14, 2024 8:11 AM
On Sunday, July 14th at 6:00 PM, the Atlanta Dream will look to snap their six-game losing streak as they take on the Seattle Storm at Climate Pledge Arena. The Dream, currently 7-15 overall and 4-7 on the road, face a tough challenge against the 15-8 Storm, who have dominated at home with a 10-3 record. Can the Dream find a way to overcome the odds and secure a much-needed victory?
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Dream vs Storm statistics

Stat Dream Storm
Streak L6 W1
Last Ten Games 1-9 6-4
Points Per Game 75.3 84.2
Rebounds Per Game 35.2 36.1
Assists Per Game 18.7 20.8
Blocks Per Game 4.0 5.5
Steals Per Game 7.1 9.5
Field Goal % 40.9 43.5
Three Point % 30.7 29.9
Points Against 81.0 77.7

Seattle Storm recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/12/24 vs Minnesota Lynx W 91-63
7/10/24 vs Las Vegas Aces L 84-79
7/7/24 vs Chicago Sky W 84-71
7/5/24 vs Chicago Sky L 88-84
7/1/24 vs Dallas Wings W 95-71

Atlanta Dream recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/12/24 vs Las Vegas Aces L 84-70
7/10/24 @ Chicago Sky L 78-69
7/7/24 @ Connecticut Sun L 80-67
7/5/24 @ Dallas Wings L 85-82
7/2/24 vs Chicago Sky L 85-77

Dream vs Storm predictions

As the Atlanta Dream gear up to face the Seattle Storm, all eyes will be on standout guard Allisha Gray. Poised to shake things up in this encounter, Gray, who’s been dropping a cool 16 points a game, is undoubtedly the firepower Atlanta needs to spark a turnaround. Equally crucial is Tina Charles, whose domination on the boards could very well set the tone for Atlanta. With an average of 8.7 rebounds per game, her performance under the hoop will be key in slowing down Seattle’s advances. And let's not overlook Haley Jones, whose vision and playmaking prowess need to be on full display to distribute the ball effectively and disrupt Seattle's defense.

Flipping over to the Seattle Storm, Jewell Loyd is expected to continue her impressive streak, having averaged 20 points per game this season. Her exceptional scoring abilities, paired with Skylar Diggins-Smith's playmaking, who’s been dishing out 6.7 assists per game, might just be the dynamic one-two punch Seattle relies on to maintain control of the game. Ezi Magbegor will also play a pivotal role; if she dominates the rebounding battle against Charles, it could significantly tip the scales, considering her 9 rebounds per game this season.

Given the current dynamics and team forms, the Seattle Storm seems to have the upper edge in this matchup. Their robust record at home (10-3) and the synergy between Loyd and Diggins-Smith could prove too much for Atlanta, still trying to find solid ground this season. While Atlanta will undoubtedly put up a fight, especially with their key players aiming to halt their slide, Seattle’s consistency and home-court advantage might just see them through as the likely victors in this clash. What do you think, could Atlanta spring a surprise, or is Seattle's home strength just too much to overcome?

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Dream vs Storm game info

Venue Climate Pledge Arena
Location Seattle, WA
Tip-off Sun 6:00 PM

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