The three-time Eastern-Conference Champion Atlanta Dream host the Chicago Sky this Friday, June 17 at 7:30 p.m. ET at Philips Arena in an early season showdown to tip off Father’s Day weekend.

The Dream currently lead the Eastern Conference standings and opened the season with one of the best starts in franchise history.  Atlanta is led by Angel McCoughtry, who currently ranks No. 2 among WNBA scoring leaders at 20.3 ppg.

This Friday’s game will also be a head-to-head match-up between two Rio 2016 United States teammates, reigning WNBA most valuable player Elena Delle Donne of the Chicago Sky and McCoughtry.

The last five games between the Dream and Sky have been decided by six points or less – don’t miss the next buzzer beater in this highly contested rivalry – Get your tickets here!

1.Rio 2016 United States Olympic Teammates

Not only is Angel McCoughtry No. 2 in scoring average among WNBA leaders, but she is attempting to guide her squad to another deep run in the WNBA playoffs. With an experienced, but young team, the Dream are coming off of an exciting win against the Connecticut Sun on Sunday.

2. The Celebrities

Want to see Dwight Howard dancing on the sidelines before the game? He’s a regular at Atlanta Dream games! Howard has been seen taking selfies with fans and breaking out his dance moves courtside! A native of Atlanta, Howard loves supporting the WNBA and says that he really enjoys watching some of the best female basketball players in the world go head to head.

3.The ENERGY!
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Get your face painted, break out your dance moves with the Shooting Stars, pose with Star, or get autographs from two of the most dominant players in the WNBA. Doors open one hour prior to tip off and there are plenty of family-friendly activities going on in the concourse pre-game!

4. Escape the heat. FREE A/C!

Trying to find a way to have an enjoyable fun-filled day, but not be stuck in the blazing Georgia heat? Come out on Friday to grab a bite in the CNN Center before walking into Phillips Arena to watch the Dream in their quest for a WNBA Championship!

5. Tip-off Father’s Day Weekend with a SWOOSH!

Spend some quality time with dad before a weekend full of celebrating and spoiling him! Dads, bring your daughter to the game and show her how strong, beautiful, powerful women of character display their talents on the court. Show them how sports can create an all-around women who can make a career out of playing the game they love!