# WNBA IS BACK! Wings, Mystics & Aces Face HUGE Playoff Stakes | WNBA Game Previews

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Podcast: [Locked On Women's Basketball – Daily Podcast On The WNBA](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-women-s-basketball-daily-podcast-on-the-wnba-909425)
Published: 2026-09-17T22:03:44+00:00
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## Resource

The WNBA is back from the FIBA break, and the playoff race is heating up! Tonight, the Dallas Wings, Washington Mystics and Las Vegas Aces all have plenty to gain as the fight for playoff positioning continues. We break down the biggest matchups on the slate, key players, injuries and the storylines to watch as the postseason picture takes shape. 🏀 TONIGHT'S BIGGEST GAMES Dallas Wings vs. Los Angeles Sparks Can Dallas keep its momentum going and strengthen its playoff position? The Wings have won the first two meetings with LA this season and look to complete the sweep. We’re watching Paige Bueckers and Arike Ogunbowale against the Sparks’ perimeter defense. Washington Mystics vs. Chicago Sky The Mystics are fighting for seeding while Chicago is playing spoiler. Kiki Iriafen and Washington’s rebounding could be a major factor, especially with the Sky dealing with a depleted backcourt. Las Vegas Aces vs. Seattle Storm A'ja Wilson and Jackie Young lead the Aces into a matchup with a young, injury-depleted Storm team. Can Seattle generate enough offense to keep this one competitive? 🔥 MORE WNBA MATCHUPS We also preview: Connecticut Sun vs. Atlanta Dream Phoenix Mercury vs. Portland Fire Plus, we take a look at three teams already eliminated from the playoff race and what comes next: 🏀 Toronto Tempo — Can the Tempo's young core stay healthy and build around Brittney Sykes, Marina Mabrey and Kiki Rice? 🏀 Connecticut Sun — With the franchise moving to Houston, what will the next chapter look like? We break down the young talent, free agents and the importance of the upcoming draft.

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