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Linda Cohn Jumps on Angel Reese “Bandwagon” as She Makes Atlanta Dream vs. Washington Mystics Prediction

Veteran sports broadcaster Linda Cohn recently voiced her enthusiasm for the opening round of the WNBA playoffs, singling out the impending matchup between the fourth-seeded Atlanta Dream and the fifth-seeded Washington Mystics. Though Washington claimed two of three games during the regular-season series, Atlanta enters the postseason carrying significant momentum after capturing nine victories across their last ten outings.

That late surge prompted Cohn to back the Dream and Angel Reese, noting a desire to see the standout succeed for the good of the league. Opening game action on Sunday sees Atlanta hosting the Mystics as both franchises look to overcome persistent first-round hurdles in recent years.

The Dream have suffered opening-round eliminations in each of their last three postseason appearances, while Washington returns to the playoffs after a two-year absence carrying a similar streak of three consecutive first-round exits since claiming the championship in 2019. The Mystics will rely on defensive contributions from players like Shakira Austin, Kiki Iriafen, and Sonia Citron to counter an Atlanta squad boasting balanced scoring from starters alongside league leaders in rebounds and steals.

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