The Washington Mystics take on the Atlanta Dream for Game 1 of the First Round. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 7:00 PM ET
- Location: State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA
- Streaming: Amazon Prime Video
- League Package: WNBA League Pass
How to Watch Washington Mystics vs. Atlanta Dream on September 27, 2026
You can watch the Atlanta Dream take on the Washington Mystics live on DIRECTV on Amazon Prime Video on September 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET.
Washington Mystics at Atlanta Dream — Game Preview
The Atlanta Dream (30-14) carry a five-game winning streak into the playoffs at State Farm Arena, and the Washington Mystics (28-16) arrive having won four straight of their own. Atlanta averages 91.3 points per game against 84.0 for Washington, while the Mystics hold the edge on the boards at 37.7 rebounds per game to 35.6. Allisha Gray scores a team-best 19.0 points per game, and Rhyne Howard adds 17.7 points with 2.3 steals per game for a defense that forces 9.1 steals a night.
Washington counters with Sonia Citron, who scores 16.8 points and hands out a team-best 4.4 assists per game, and a frontcourt anchored by Kiki Iriafen at 15.3 points and 9.6 rebounds per game. Atlanta plays without Angel Reese, who is out with a face injury, which puts DeWanna Bonner and the rest of the Dream frontcourt in a bigger role. The Mystics are also without Shakira Austin, so both teams are working short in the paint. Game 2 shifts to CareFirst Arena on September 30, which makes this opener a chance for Atlanta to protect home court in the best-of-three series.
This is Game 1 of the series.
Streaming
Amazon Prime Video
League Packages
WNBA League Pass
What Time is the Washington Mystics vs. Atlanta Dream Game Today?
The Washington Mystics vs. Atlanta Dream game starts at 7:00 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Washington Mystics vs. Atlanta Dream?
You can watch Washington Mystics vs. Atlanta Dream on Amazon Prime Video and WNBA League Pass (blackout restrictions and other exclusions may apply).
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Washington Mystics vs. Atlanta Dream — 2026 WNBA Playoffs Series Schedule
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | Venue | TV | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | September 27, 2026 | 7:00 PM | State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA | Amazon Prime Video | — |
| Game 2 | September 30, 2026 | 7:00 PM | CareFirst Arena, Washington, DC | ESPN | Upcoming |
| Game 3* | October 2, 2026 | Not yet announced | State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA | Not yet announced | Upcoming |
*If necessary
Players to Watch: Washington Mystics vs. Atlanta Dream
Washington Mystics
Sonia Citron — G. Citron does a bit of everything for Washington, scoring 16.8 points and handing out a team-best 4.4 assists in 33.0 minutes per game. She has kept her turnovers to 2.4 per game while shooting 48.3% from the floor.
Kiki Iriafen — F. On the glass, Iriafen leads the Mystics at 9.6 rebounds per game, with 6.5 on the defensive end and 3.1 on the offensive end. She also averages 15.3 points on 51.3% shooting.
Michaela Onyenwere — F. Onyenwere stretches the Atlanta defense with a 39.5% mark from three. The forward averages 9.0 points and 2.6 rebounds per game.
Georgia Amoore — G. A second ball handler off the Washington perimeter, Amoore averages 7.0 points and 3.4 assists per game. She has appeared in all 44 games this season.
Atlanta Dream
Allisha Gray — G. Gray leads the Dream with 19.0 points per game on 46.3% shooting. She is steady at the line as well, converting 81.0% of her free throws.
Rhyne Howard — G. Defense is where Howard stands out, with 2.3 steals per game to go with 17.7 points. She adds 3.7 assists per game from the wing.
Jordin Canada — G. Canada runs the Atlanta offense with a team-best 7.3 assists in 31.1 minutes per game against 2.4 turnovers. Her 1.9 steals per game make her a disruptive presence at the point of attack.
DeWanna Bonner — F. With Reese out, Bonner is the Dream’s most active available rebounder at 6.0 boards per game. The veteran forward also scores 10.4 points per game.
What is the Washington Mystics vs. Atlanta Dream series record?
The best-of-three first-round series opens tied 0-0 with Game 1 at State Farm Arena. Game 2 moves to CareFirst Arena on September 30, and a Game 3, if necessary, returns to Atlanta on October 2.
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