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Two-time WNBA MVP Elena Delle Donne said her new role as USA Basketball's women's 3x3 national team director will allow her to continue to "grow in the game" following her retirement in April.

Elena Delle Donne News / Field Level Media / September 15

Elena Delle Donne named managing director for USA women’s 3x3 team

USA Basketball appointed former WNBA Most Valuable Player Elena Delle Donne as its first managing director for the 3x3 women's national team Monday. Delle

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Washington Mystics News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 13

Mystics coach pleads for Sonia Citron ROY consideration after historic Paige Bueckers season

The Washington Mystics’ 2025 season is over, but there are still a couple of loose ends to tie up. The WNBA will announce end-of-season awards over the coming weeks, and head coach Sydney Johnson wants to see a couple of his stars get the shine they deserve.

Shakira Austin News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 11

Shakira Austin’s grateful message to Mystics ahead of free agency

Shakira Austin is aware that her future with the Washington Mystics is uncertain following the team’s conclusion to the 2025 campaign. The Mystics ended their season on Sept.

Washington Mystics News / Swish Appeal / September 11

In 2025, the Washington Mystics lost—and learned

Last year, the Washington Mystics started the season on a 12-game losing streak, a sour moment that marked the beginning of the end for the former front office and coaching staff.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 10

Full-strength Liberty muscle past Mystics as playoffs near

Back at full strength, the New York Liberty muscled past the visiting Washington Mystics.

Fever close regular season with surprising win over WNBA-best Lynx

WNBA under fire over involvement in franchise's sale

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Sonia Citron News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 8

Exclusive: Mystics’ Sonia Citron reveals how she must ‘level up’ after breaking records

The Washington Mystics will end their season against the New York Liberty on Tuesday, but All-Star rookie Sonia Citron is just beginning her journey to the top.

Caitlin Clark News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / September 8

Mystics Star Calls Out 'Wishy-Washy' Fanbase for Caitlin Clark Support

The Indiana Fever clinched their spot in the 2025 WNBA playoffs after their dominant 94-65 win over the Washington Mystics. Despite there being no stakes

Washington Mystics News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 8

Fatal flaw Mystics must fix before WNBA playoffs

The Washington Mystics entered the 2025 season hoping to claw their way back into the playoff picture. Instead of making a late-season push, though, they collapsed.

Sonia Citron News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 7

Mystics’ Sonia Citron sets new franchise record in stellar rookie campaign

Sonia Citron cemented herself at the mountaintop of one of the Washington Mystics’ records during their matchup against the Indiana Fever on Sunday afternoon.

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 / Field Level Media / September 7

Fever take down Mystics to sew up a playoff berth

The Indiana Fever forced 22 turnovers and scored 27 points off them in a 94-65 victory over the Washington Mystics on Sunday afternoon in Baltimore.

Indiana HC praises team after making WNBA playoffs despite injuries

A'ja Wilson's 31 points carries Aces past Sky for 14th straight win

Sparks get needed win against Wings

Sky suspend Angel Reese following critical comments of team

Valkyries set WNBA attendance records in their debut season

Washington Mystics News / Hardwood Heroics / September 5

'Things Like That Happen': Sonia Citron Admits Difficulty Coping With Brittney Sykes’ Departure From Mystics

Professional players. The key word is professional. And in the WNBA, it’s no different. That’s been a quick lesson for Sonia Citron. She took it the hardest when teammate Brittney Sykes was traded.

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WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 4

Mystics’ Kiki Iriafen breaks 15-year franchise record in Mercury clash

Kiki Iriafen made franchise history during Thursday’s matchup between the Washington Mystics and Phoenix Mercury. In 29 minutes of action, Iriafen finished with a stat line of 18 points, 13 rebounds and a steal.

Sonia Citron News / Hardwood Heroics / September 3

'It Doesn’t Matter If We’re Not In Playoff Contention': Kiki Iriafen Opens Up On Desire To Succeed, Shoutout To Sonia Citron And Beyond

Could we have another diamond in the rough? The Indiana Fever may not be in the playoff race, but Kiki Iriafen has made it clear that her approach won’t change.

Sonia Citron News / Athlon Sports / September 1

Sonia Citron Breaks Caitlin Clark's Rookie Record During Mystics-Sparks

Sonia Citron is having a tremendous rookie season in the WNBA. After being selected by the Washington Mystics with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA draft, the rookie guard has impressed while playing in every single game this season.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / August 31

Sparks help their playoff chances by downing Mystics

Dearica Hamby recorded 20 points and 12 rebounds and the Los Angeles Sparks improved their playoff chances with a pivotal 81-78 victory over the visiting Washington Mystics on Sunday night.

Valkyries are sharp from beyond the arc, sink Fever

Golden State HC Natalie Nakase has strong words for Indiana's Caitlin Clark

Candace Parker reveals her dream WNBA expansion team destination

Breanna Stewart calls out Liberty for lack of WNBA championship mindset

Sun's Bria Hartley to miss rest of season with a knee injury

WNBA News / Field Level Media / August 28

Isabelle Harrison sparks attack as Liberty defeat Mystics

Backup forward Isabelle Harrison, who hadn't played since Aug. 10 due to a concussion, scored a team-high 16 points as the host New York Liberty defeated the Washington Mystics, 89-63, on Thursday night.

Storm use a strong second-half behind Skylar Diggins to upend Lynx

Seattle's Diggins pulls disrespectful move on Minnesota's court after win

Kahleah Copper, Alyssa Thomas carry Mercury past Sky

Mavericks' Kyrie Irving shares an update on his ACL injury recovery

Key Pelicans player suffers scary injury during FIBA AmeriCup