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On YouTubeWashington Mystics News / The Lead / May 1
Sykes, Dolson the Anchors of the New Mystics Era
The new era in Washington started with a change of leadership. A new general manager and head coach were hired, Ariel Atkins was traded, and Elena Delle Donne retired, moving up to the front office.
Washington Mystics News / The Lead / April 5
Washington Mystics Preparing for Entirely New Era
Reinventing oneself in sports — whether as a player, coach, or team — is immensely challenging. Players face pivotal moments after injuries, moving teams, or aging out of their prime.
The 'Most points in a WNBA season' quiz
Can you name every WNBA player to score at least 700 points in a season?
Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / April 4
WNBA Reacts to Former Chicago Sky Star's Retirement Decision
The Chicago Sky was one of the worst teams in the WNBA for the first seven seasons of the franchise's existence. The organization had yet to have a winning season since its inaugural season in 2006 and went through four different head coaches until something changed in 2013.
Washington Mystics News / Total Apex Sports / April 4
WNBA Star Elena Delle Donne Announces Retirement
The WNBA has lost one of its most iconic superstars. Elena Delle Donne, a 10-year veteran for both the Chicago Sky and the Washington Mystics announced on Friday morning her intention to retire from basketball.
WNBA News / Field Level Media / April 5
Two-time WNBA MVP announces retirement
She averaged 19.5 points and 6.7 rebounds in 241 career games (234 starts) with the Sky (2013-16) and Mystics (2017-19, 2021-23).
Washington Mystics News / Bullets Forever / January 27
Could the Mystics make a trade for a younger star with their current assets? 
With a blockbuster trade in the league yesterday involving Jewell Loyd and Kelsey Plum, you never know. Yesterday, we wrote that the Washington Mystics decided not to core Elena Delle Donne, allowing her to enter unrestricted free agency.
Washington Mystics News / Bullets Forever / January 25
WNBA Free Agency 2025: The Mystics do not core Elena Delle Donne
The Mystics’ long-time franchise player can do what she wishes for the next chapter in her long professional career. The biggest question the Washington Mystics face in 2025, regardless of who their General Manager (or shotcaller) is, is whether to core long-time franchise player Elena Delle Donne.
Who had the greatest WNBA rookie seasons of all time?
The 2024 WNBA season might be known for the performances of two exceptionally talented rookies. But, there have been plenty of rookies who shined bright before. Here's our list of 20 standout WNBA rookie seasons.
Washington Mystics News / Bullets Forever / May 22, 2024
Recap: Mystics come short in 70-68 loss to Sparks
Close but not close enough. Just a couple months ago, the Mystics had Elena Delle Donne and played in the WNBA playoffs. Now, they look much more like a lottery team.
Washington Mystics News / Bullets Forever / May 22, 2024
Recap: Mystics come short in 68-70 loss to Sparks
Close but not close enough Just a couple months ago, the Mystics had Elena Delle Donne and played in the WNBA playoffs. Now, they look much more like a lottery team.
Washington Mystics News / Bullets Forever / February 24, 2024
Cloud saved her best game with the Mystics for last
She scored 33 points in Game 2 of the Washington Mystics’ loss to the New York Liberty in the 2023 WNBA Playoffs. On this Saturday of Natasha Cloud Week, we will take a look at her last game in a Washington uniform on Sept.
Washington Mystics News / Bullets Forever / February 17, 2024
Mystics fans are unhappy with the offseason moves so far
This offseason has been a dark time for many Mystics fans, but a return of the Belgian superstar could make up for a lot of things. Hallo allemaal! Bedankt voor uw reacties op onze Washington Mystics SB Nation Reacts enquête.
Washington Mystics News / Bullets Forever / February 14, 2024
Report: Dolson to sign with the Mystics
The veteran center was one of the Mystics’ draft picks in 2014 and spent three years in D.C. On Wednesday, Kareem Copeland of The Washington Post reported that free agent center Stefanie Dolson has agreed to sign with the Washington Mystics.
Washington Mystics News / Swish Appeal / February 13, 2024
EDD throws a wrench in Mystics’ plans
The Washington Mystics had hoped to acquire compensation for Natasha Cloud, who departed in free agency, and Elena Delle Donne, who is sitting out the 2024 season.
WNBA News / Field Level Media / February 8, 2024
Reports: Elena Delle Donne to take break from WNBA
Two-time WNBA Most Valuable Player Elena Delle Donne is stepping away from basketball for an unspecified amount of time, ESPN reported. Delle Donne has a one-year supermax contract offer on the table but has told the Washington Mystics that she doesn't intend to sign it.
WNBA News / Sporting News / February 8, 2024
Elena Delle Donne turns down WNBA supermax salary: Why Mystics star is taking break from basketball
The Mystics placed their core designation on Delle Donne, but she is turning down the guaranteed one-year supermax contract, per multiple reports.
Washington Mystics News / Yardbarker / February 7, 2024
Two-time WNBA MVP reportedly taking break from sport
While the NBA is engulfed in the excitement of this year's trade deadline, stunning news broke from the WNBA world on Wednesday. According to Romona Shelburne
Washington Mystics News / Yardbarker / March 3, 2022
Watch: WNBA All-Stars talk with Yardbarker about March Madness memories, #RetireInequality movement
As Women's History Month gets underway, several prominent names in women's basketball are working to bring awareness to inequality issues.
WNBA News / Yardbarker / July 15, 2020
Elena Delle Donne blasts WNBA in open letter
In the letter, Delle Donne explained the daily pain and anguish she experiences due to Lyme disease, revealing she has to take 64 pills a day and describes managing her condition as "a never-ending, exhausting, miserable cycle."
WNBA News / Yardbarker / July 14, 2020
WNBA denies Elena Delle Donne's medical opt-out request
Delle Donne requested to skip the season because she has Lyme disease, which her personal physician told her puts her at risk of contracting COVID-19.
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