Atlanta Dream vs Indiana Fever Picks and Predictions for Tuesday, September 16, 2025
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The Atlanta Dream visit the Indiana Fever on Tuesday at 7:30 PM ET at Gainbridge Fieldhouse for Game 2 of their WNBA first-round best-of-three series. Atlanta leads the series 1-0 after winning Game 1 on Sunday, 80-68. Game odds have Atlanta as a 4.5-point favorite with the total set at 158.5. Be ready for all the WNBA playoff action with our free WNBA picks.
Atlanta Dream Preview
Atlanta leaned on defense in Game 1, holding Indiana to 34.9% shooting and only 68 points. The Dream also won the rebound battle 36–32 and forced 12 turnovers. That matched their season strength of slowing opponents and keeping scoring low. The Dream scored 84.4 points per game and allowed just 76.8 during the regular season.
On offense, Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard each scored 20. The Dream shot just 38.6%from the field but hit 19 of 21 free throws. Naz Hillmon and Brionna Jones were strong inside, combining for 22 points on 10-of-14 shooting. That scoring in the paint and an edge on the free-throw line give Atlanta an advantage heading in Game 2.
Indiana Fever Preview
Indiana got 27 points from Kelsey Mitchell in the opener, plus 12 rebounds and 5 assists from Aliyah Boston. But the Fever went 2-for-15 from three and committed too many fouls, sending Atlanta to the line 21 times. At home, they need better balance and cleaner shot selection to avoid falling behind again.
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The Fever averaged nearly 85 points during the regular season and usually shot better at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. To even the series, the Dream must create easier looks for Mitchell and Boston while cutting down on mistakes. Getting more production from the other three starters and reserves, especially from the perimeter players, is also a key.
Atlanta Dream vs Indiana Fever Prediction
Atlanta will win on the road and sweep the series. The Dream’s defense is steadier, and Atlanta is going to the free-throw line often, making it hard for Indiana to compete. Despite playing on the road, look for Atlanta to slow the pace, clamp down again on defense, and walk away a winner. Final Score Prediction: Atlanta Dream wins and covers ATS 84-71
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- Atlanta Dream -4.5
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