Washington Mystics

WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 09: Cotie McMahon #23 of the Washington Mystics goes to the basket against the Phoenix Mercury during the second half of the game at CareFirst Arena on August 9, 2026 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images In this week’s SB Nation Reacts survey, we a...

Jackie Young scored 32 points to help the Aces clinch a playoff berth with an 83-76 win over the Mystics on Thursday night.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - JULY 16: Shakira Austin #0 of the Washington Mystics drives to the basket during the game against the Portland Fire on July 16, 2026 at CareFirst Arena in Washington, D.C. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Kenny Giarla/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Image...

Coming off a hard-fought loss to the Las Vegas Aces 86-76, the Washington Mystics are 19- 13, still one of the hottest teams in the WNBA. Washington was just on a seven-game win streak, the most in franchise history. Players like Shakira Austin, Sonia Citron, and Kiki Iriafen are catalysts for the inspiring basketball we’ve […] The post Washington Mystics: Exciting Dark Horse Contender? appeared first on Stadium Rant.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - AUGUST 11: Shakira Austin #0 of the Washington Mystics drives against A'ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces in the first quarter of their game at Michelob ULTRA Arena on August 11, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images Amid a franchise-best seven...

Sydney Johnson remembers the camaraderie he felt as a player at Princeton, and the respect he had for coach Pete Carril and the Tigers’ coaching staff. The growth is showing in Washington. The Mystics are one of the hottest teams in the WNBA, and despite having their seven-game winning streak snapped Tuesday by the defending champion Las Vegas Aces, they're in the thick of the playoff race.

WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 07: Shakira Austin #0 of the Washington Mystics celebrates after making a three point basket during the first half of the game at CareFirst Arena on August 7, 2026 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images Amid a franchise-best seven game winning streak...

The Minnesota Lynx have clinched a playoff berth and the Washington Mystics are climbing up the standings -- and our power rankings.

Sonia Citron is having a great overall season, but she's still struggling in one key area.

The Mystics are surging, all thanks to their dominant center.

All the stars are out on Tuesday night.

"Young Hos" Keep Rolling! The post Washington Mystics: How They Built Defensive Grit Identity Amid Win Streak appeared first on Ballislife.com.

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA and WNBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in DC fans and fans across the country. In this week’s SB Nation Reacts survey, we will ask another question about the Washington Mystics. Last week, we asked if you think they […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. - AUG 9: Sonia Citron #22 of the Washington Mystics dribbles the ball during the game against the Phoenix Mercury on August 9, 2026 at CareFirst Arena in Washington, D.C. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Kenny Giarla/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images W...

WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 07: Shakira Austin #0 of the Washington Mystics celebrates after making a three point basket during the first half of the game at CareFirst Arena on August 7, 2026 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images Amid a franchise-best seven game winning streak...

Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones react to the NBA opening week and Christmas slate of games, salute the top-seeded Lynx and check on the 4-8 seeds in the WNBA.

WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 22: A'ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces loses the ball in front of Shakira Austin #0 of the Washington Mystics during the second half of the game at CareFirst Arena on July 22, 2026 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images Game Info When: Tuesday,...

Current WNBA power rankings. Where do the Washington Mystics, New York Liberty and Toronto Tempo rank this week?

It's a quiet Monday in the W after a loud and exciting weekend. The Dream will be searching for an easy win against the Tempo after a loss against the Mystics.

Shakira Austin had 19 points and 11 rebounds, Sonia Citron also scored 19 points and the Washington Mystics beat the Phoenix Mercury 95-75 on Sunday to extend their win streak to seven games.