Atlanta Dream favored heavily against depleted Portland Fire

The Atlanta Dream aim to extend their winning streak to four games as they welcome the Portland Fire to Gateway Center Arena on Friday, August 28, 2026. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on ION.

The Dream, holding a 25-13 record, enter the contest as significant favorites, with a -12.5 point spread. Their recent performance includes a three-game winning streak. In contrast, the Portland Fire (15-23) are facing considerable challenges, notably a lengthy injury report.

Portland's roster has been hit hard, with Sarah Ashlee Barker and Sania Feagin both sidelined for the remainder of the season due to knee injuries. Serah Williams is listed as questionable with an illness, further depleting the team's options. The Dream will also be without Brionna Jones (leg) and DeWanna Bonner (rest).

Offensively, the Dream average 91.1 points per game, nearly matching the Fire's defensive average of 91.4 points allowed. Portland's offense scores 86.7 points per game, just slightly more than Atlanta's defense allows at 85.4 points. Notable player statistics include Angel Reese for Atlanta, averaging 16.1 points, 2.7 assists, and 12.4 rebounds, and Carla Leite for Portland, who contributes 15.6 points, 6.3 assists, and 2.1 rebounds.