Washington Mystics vs Las Vegas Aces Predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Charts (May 23)

Washington Mystics vs Las Vegas Aces is one of multiple matchups on a loaded WNBA slate Friday. Both squads will be looking to build positive momentum early in the 2025 season.

The Mystics have been one of the top teams in the league to start the year, posting a 2-1 record in their first three games. They'll be looking to bounce back on Friday following a gut-punching defeat in their last matchup. Washington ended up being on the wrong side of history Wednesday, as it handed the Golden State Valkyries their first win in franchise history.

As for the Aces, they're aiming to get back in the title hunt after falling short of a three-peat last year. The new-look squad has come out of the gates fine, splitting its first two games. Las Vegas was last in action on Tuesday, when it picked up a blowout win against the Connecticut Sun. A'ja Wilson and company will now attempt to keep their momentum rolling against a competitive Mystics squad.

Washington Mystics vs Las Vegas Aces injury reports for May 23:

Washington Mystics injury report

The Washington Mystics will find themselves shorthanded in their matchup with the Aces Friday, as they have multiple players listed on the injury report. Shakira Austin has been ruled out due to a concussion. Georgia Amoore (ACL) and Aaliyah Edwards (back) also won't be in action.

Las Vegas Aces injury report

The Las Vegas Aces also have multiple players listed on the injury report ahead of Friday's action. Megan Gustafson and Cheyenne Parker-Tyus have been ruled out.

Washington Mystics vs Las Vegas Aces starting lineups and depth charts:

Washington Mystics starting lineup and depth chart

With it still being early in the year, teams aren't likely to start tweaking their lineups just yet. That said, the Mystics are expected to open the game with Sug Sutton, Stefanie Dolson, Kiki Iriafen, Brittney Sykes and Sonia Citron.

Guard	Forward	Center
Brittney Sykes	Stefanie Dolson	Shakira Austin
Sug Sutton	Kiki Iriafen	Stefanie Dolson
Sonia Citron	Emily Engstler
Jade Melbourne	Sika Kone
Lucy Olsen	Aaliyah Edwards
Georgia Amoore

Las Vegas Aces starting lineup and depth chart

Heading into Friday's game, the Aces are expected to stick with their starting unit loaded with All-Stars. Jewell Loyd, Chelsea Gray, Klah Stokes, Jackie Young and A'ja Wilson are expected to start.

Guard	Forward	Center
Jewell Loyd	Jackie Young	A'ja Wilson
Chelsea Gray	Klah Stokes	Elizabeth Kitley
Jackie Young	Cheyenne Parker-Tyus	Megan Gustafson
Dana Evan
Tiffany Mitchell
Kierstan Bell
Aaliyah Nye
Crystal Bradford

How to watch Mystics vs. Aces

For those who want to tune in to the game, the action will tip off at 10:00 pm ET. The game will be broadcast on Ion and can be streamed on WNBA League Pass.

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