Tempo vs. Mystics prediction: Why Washington is favored to win Wednesday's WNBA matchup [8/19/2026]

Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's WNBA game between the Tempo and Mystics, forming part of our WNBA predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model currently gives the Mystics an 82.6% chance of beating the Tempo.

According to our model, the Tempo (+11.5) have a 55.2% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 168.5 points has a 57.3% chance of going over,.

Tempo vs. Mystics odds

We have researched the best WNBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Spread: Tempo +11.5 (-108) / Mystics -11.5 (+100)
• Moneyline: Tempo +488, Mystics -506

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Tempo vs. Mystics picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Spread: Tempo +11.5 @ -108 via DraftKings
• Moneyline: Tempo @ +488 via Novig
• Total: Over 168.5 @ +100 via Polymarket

According to our WNBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 168.5 total points.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.

Tempo vs. Mystics player props

Betting on Tempo vs. Mystics WNBA prop bets? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at CareFirst Arena.

Marina Mabrey is expected to lead the Tempo with 20 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists, while Shakira Austin is projected to have 15 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists for the Mystics.

When evaluating the first basket market, Shakira Austin is our top projected player to score first, backed by a 16.4% probability.

Check out our WNBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and a deeper look at today's WNBA first basket picks.

Tempo prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Tempo are:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM	DFS
Marina Mabrey	20	3	4	3	34
Laura Juskaite	10	4	1	1	23
I. Harrison	10	5	2	0	23
Kiki Rice	9	3	3	1	20
Aneesah Morrow	8	7	1	1	23

Mystics prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Mystics:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM	DFS
Shakira Austin	15	9	2	1	36
Sonia Citron	15	3	6	2	33
Kiki Iriafen	13	8	2	1	30
M. Onyenwere	8	3	2	1	17
Lauren Betts	8	7	1	0	21

Tempo vs. Mystics game-day updates and essential details

Wednesday's matchup between the Mystics and Tempo at CareFirst Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:30 PM ET.

• Who: Toronto Tempo vs. Washington Mystics
• Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
• Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
• Venue: CareFirst Arena

Conclusion

We predict the Mystics, with an 82.6% win probability, will likely beat the Tempo in Wednesday's WNBA matchup.

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