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On YouTubeWashington Mystics News / Field Level Media / May 8
Mystics' Shakira Austin helps spoil Tempo's debut
Shakira Austin had 18 points and 11 rebounds and scored the game's last four points as the visiting Washington Mystics defeated the expansion Toronto Tempo 68-65 in the season opener for both teams Friday night.
WNBA News / Yardbarker / May 8
WNBA opening night takeaways: Breanna Stewart dominates; Tempo lose debut
The 2026 WNBA season opened on Friday night, and it began with a dominant showing from Breanna Stewart and the debut of the league's newest team, the Toronto Tempo.
WNBA News / TheSheGotGame / May 8
Georgia Amoore Eyes WNBA Debut Again With New Jordan Brand Partnership
2026 is set to record many firsts for Georgia Amoore. And not only will she finally be making her long-awaited WNBA debut, Amoore will also enter the game all geared up by Jordan Brand.
Washington Mystics News / Athlon Sports / May 8
Final Injury Report for Mystics-Tempo: Will Cotie McMahon, Shakira Austin Play?
The Washington Mystics are on the road on Friday night as they travel to take on the Toronto Tempo in their 2026 WNBA season opener. Washington enters Friday’s game looking to start the season off strong and put last year behind them after they finished with the fourth-worst record in the league last season.
Washington Mystics News / Field Level Media / May 7
Tempo's veteran squad set for WNBA debut vs. young Mystics
When the Toronto Tempo make their WNBA debut by hosting the Washington Mystics on Friday night, it might be difficult to tell which team is the expansion group.
Washington Mystics News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / May 7
Mystics’ brutal rookie injury luck continues with Cotie McMahon update
The Washington Mystics are getting prepared for the season with some key pieces added over the past few months, but they may be without one of them early.
Washington Mystics News / Field Level Media / May 7
Mystics first-rounder Cotie McMahon injures elbow
Washington Mystics rookie Cotie McMahon has a partial tear of the UCL in her left elbow and will be re-evaluated in a week, the team announced Thursday.
Washington Mystics News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / April 28
Mystics’ Lauren Betts wins 2026 Honda Sport Award
The college basketball season is long over and the UCLA Bruins’ national championship in the rearview, but Lauren Betts continues to clean up on the awards front even as she begins her WNBA career with the Washington Mystics.
Washington Mystics News / TheSheGotGame / April 25
Cassandre Prosper Outlines Key Adjustment in Move to Washington Mystics
Cassandre Prosper is learning that life in the WNBA moves at a different speed. The former Notre Dame standout is navigating a crowded Washington Mystics training camp.
Washington Mystics News / Swish Appeal / April 23
Why the Washington Mystics’ 2026 WNBA Draft decisions reeked of indecision 
Just two weeks ago, I wrote about the Washington Mystics breakup with former General Manager Jamila Wideman right before the WNBA Draft, and what the cited “strategic differences” could have been that birthed a rift between Wideman and a front office that was once in her corner.
Washington Mystics News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / April 20
Mystics fans will love this promising Georgia Amoore injury update before 2026 WNBA season
After having to wait a whole year to see Georgia Amoore on a WNBA basketball court, Washington Mystics fans will be excited to hear that she’s healed from her ACL tear and ready to join the team for the 2026 season.
Washington Mystics News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / April 19
Mystics’ Lauren Betts delivers confident take on WNBA career outlook
The Washington Mystics have a foundational piece after drafting Lauren Betts as the fourth overall pick in the recently concluded WNBA Draft. Some were surprised that Betts was still available for the Mystics, especially since she was on the heels of leading UCLA to its first national title in the NCAA Women’s Tournament with a dominant run.
Washington Mystics News / The Lead / April 16
Lauren Betts Gives the Washington Mystics a Defensive Identity
The addition of Lauren Betts to the Washington Mystics is about redefining the team’s defensive ceiling. At 6-foot-7, Betts brings elite size that the Mystics have not seen in recent seasons.
Washington Mystics News / 5 GOATs / April 13
Washington Mystics select Lauren Betts in 2026 WNBA Draft
Former UCLA star Lauren Betts was selected by the Washington Mystics in the 2026 WNBA Draft as he pro career officially gets underway. Betts starred at center for the Bruins from 2023-26 after beginning her career at Stanford.
Washington Mystics News / 5 GOATs / April 13
Lauren Betts’ Washington Mystics rookie contract details revealed following WNBA Draft selection
Lauren Betts saw her WNBA dreams become a reality on Monday. She was taken with the No. 4 overall pick by the Washington Mystics. Folks in our nation’s capital are excited to get Betts in action and see what can happen on the court.
WNBA News / Yardbarker / April 14
WNBA Draft winners, losers: UCLA sets record, stunning Flau'jae Johnson trade shakes up Round 1
The next class of WNBA stars have arrived. The 2026 WNBA Draft was Monday, and here are our winners and losers.
Shakira Austin News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / April 13
Mystics match Tempo offer sheet to Shakira Austin
The Washington Mystics have a bright future ahead of them, and they showed that last season with the young players they had. Shakira Austin was a part of that core group, and she showed last season after coming back from injury that she could help the team become something special.
Washington Mystics News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / April 13
Michaela Onyenwere lands huge Mystics contract after helping UCLA win title
Things have been working out in Michaela Onyenwere’s favor in the month of April. In addition to helping Cori Close coach the UCLA women’s basketball team to its first NCAA championship just over a week ago, Onyenwere is now joining the Washington Mystics on a $1.4 million multi-year deal, according to ESPN’s Chiney Ogwumike.
Caitlin Clark News / Athlon Sports / April 8
Washington Mystics Announce Plan for Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever Game
The Washington Mystics finished with a 16-28 record in 2025 and failed to make the playoffs. However, they did compete well with the Indiana Fever, splitting their four games 2-2.
The Mystics’ Future Is in Limbo After Parting Ways With Their GM
The Washington Mystics are entering a pivotal moment as a franchise. The team announced that they have parted ways with general manager Jamila Wideman after just one season in the role.
USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / April 6
Washington Mystics' front-office move suggests bigger moves are ahead
The Washington Mystics wasted no time making changes at the start of the WNBA's free agency period. And their first move suggests even bigger ones are on the horizon.
Shakira Austin News / The Lead / February 6
Shakira Austin Is Using Unrivaled to Hone Skills
Shakira Austin is a very skilled big for the Mystics who mostly thrives on her post moves. Her game is very deep, as she can also stretch the floor with her jumper and play off the bounce.
Washington Mystics News / DC Sports King / September 8
Kiki Iriafen sets Mystics double-double record as a rookie
As if she wasn’t off to a strong start to her career, Kiki Iriafen has already put her name in the record books. Despite a loss against the Phoenix Mercury on Thursday, Iriafen captured her 16th double-double with 18 points and 13 rebounds.
WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 17
WNBA announces Caitlin Clark’s replacement for All-Star Game
Caitlin Clark is being replaced by a player with far less name recognition.
Aaliyah Edwards News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / July 1
Mystics Looking to Trade Ex-UConn Star Aaliyah Edwards
The Washington Mystics had three of the top six picks in the 2025 WNBA Draft. They used these three picks to select Sonia Citron (No. 3 overall), Kiki Iriafen (No.
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