Prediction: Washington Mystics VS Las Vegas Aces 2025-05-23

The Washington Mystics, riding a 2-1 record, are about to get a serious reality check as they face off against the Las Vegas Aces, led by the reigning MVP A'ja Wilson. The Aces are a force to be reckoned with, and their home crowd is expected to be electric.

Given the Aces' dominance over the Mystics in recent matchups, including four straight wins and five of six, it's hard to see the Mystics pulling off an upset. The Aces have been firing on all cylinders, and their defense is expected to shut down the Mystics' offense.

The best bet for this matchup is to take the Aces -7.5 in the first half (-110, BetMGM Sportsbook), as recommended by Doug Kezirian, who has a 44-36-1 ATS record. This bet makes sense, considering coach Becky Hammon's tendency to rest her starters in the fourth quarter when the Aces have a large lead, leaving the backdoor cover open. By betting on the first half, we can avoid the potential backdoor cover and capitalize on the Aces' expected strong start.

So, if you want to make some money, bet on the Aces to come out strong in the first half and take them -7.5. The Mystics might have started the season 2-1, but they're about to get a taste of what a real WNBA powerhouse looks like. Aces -7.5 in the first half is the way to go.

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