Atlanta Dream vs Los Angeles Sparks Picks and Prediction for Friday, September 5, 2025

By: Garrett Beaverson Updated 11/18/2025, 04:53 PM ET
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The Los Angeles Sparks (19–21) conclude their regular season road slate against the playoff-bound Atlanta Dream (27–14) on Friday, September 5, 2025, with tip-off at 7:30 PM ET from College Park at Gateway Center. This rematch airs on ION. Get in on all the basketball action with our free WNBA picks.

Sparks Analysis

Los Angeles sits precariously — just 1.5 games behind the Fever for the No. 8 seed in a fading playoff picture. Their playoff hopes mostly hinge on winning their remaining four games—and a lot of help. The Sparks have been shaky: in their loss to the Dream on Wednesday, they were outscored by 10 in the second quarter, hurt by turnovers (17 points yielded off 12 turnovers) and a brutal 3-point performance—just 24% on the evening and under 32% in four of their last five games.

Dream Analysis

Atlanta arrives in high gear, having won five of their last six—including that recent win over L.A. that put them firmly in second place ahead of Vegas and Phoenix. Despite the absence of Allisha Gray (out until September 8), the Dream's depth and consistency shine through this critical stretch.

Standout Players and Key Injuries

Kelsey Plum (Sparks) leads her team with 19.9 PPG and 5.9 APG, while Dearica Hamby has been a stat-sheet staple, delivering 21 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists in their last outing. For the Dream, Rhyne Howard (18.6 PPG) and Brionna Jones (double-digit rebounding and consistent scoring) anchor the balanced attack.Injuries loom: Atlanta is notably missing Allisha Gray; the Sparks appear healthier but have struggled to convert that into wins.

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Dream vs Sparks Prediction Reasoning

This is a de facto must-win for L.A. and a playoff tune-up for Atlanta. The Dream bring defensive poise and steadier execution, while the Sparks carry desperation energy—but their offensive inconsistencies loom large. Expect Atlanta to seize home advantage and control pace, limiting L.A.’s 3-point threats and minimizing sloppy turnovers.

Final Score Projection: Atlanta Dream 88, Los Angeles Sparks 77

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