Washington Mystics

WNBA Seattle Storm point guard Jade Melbourne dribbles the ball up the court

Sunday Notes, Week 2: Chicago’s defense, Mystics’ offense and Jade Melbourne

By Emily Adler / June 4, 2023

Our weekly look around the WNBA also checks on Tiffany Hayes and Rachel Banham’s shooting and Lexie Hull’s mechanics

Washington Mystics center Shakira Austin holds the ball above her head as she shoots a jumper, while Connecticut Sun center Olivia Nelson-Ododa reaches toward her with an outstretch arm to try to contest the shot

Sunday Notes, Week 1: Sun and Sparks are fun, Aces show cracks, Austin and Delle Donne dominate

By Emily Adler / May 28, 2023

Our weekly look around the WNBA also checks on Chicago, Dallas and Seattle

Washington Mystics forward/guard Elena Delle Donne waves to the crowd with both hands as smoke billows out behind her during player introductions.

With a ‘lift and flick,’ Elena Delle Donne continues to dominate for Mystics

By Jenn Hatfield / May 27, 2023

Delle Donne’s back once threatened her career, but she’s making that a distant memory

Washington Mystics center Shakira Austin elevates and shoots the ball with her right hand as Connecticut Sun forward Brionna Jones closely contests.

Career-high performance shows how Shakira Austin could unlock Mystics’ offense

By Jenn Hatfield / May 22, 2023

‘She’s spinning and shaking and all that stuff’s coming out’

Las Vegas Aces forward Candace Parker holds the ball on the perimeter as New York Liberty forward Jonquel Jones defends during a preseason scrimmage.

Sunday Notes, early-season and preseason edition: Fun in Dallas and flashes of excellence in New York

By Emily Adler / May 21, 2023

Plus, roster decisions everywhere

Kristi Toliver runs onto the court as a spotlight shines on her.

In her Mystics return, Kristi Toliver makes familiar impact in new role

By Jenn Hatfield / May 20, 2023

Eric Thibault: ‘That’s the Kristi Toliver we need’

Two Ups and a Down: Opening Night edition

By Lucas Seehafer / May 20, 2023

Griner’s return the ultimate highlight of the first day of WNBA action

Washington Mystics center Amanda Zahui B. smiles as she sits at the podium talking to reporters. A backdrop dotted with Mystics and MedStar Health logos is behind her.

‘I feel home’: Amanda Zahui B.’s long road to happiness with the Washington Mystics

By Jenn Hatfield / May 16, 2023

‘The highs [have] been absolutely amazing. The downs, they’ve been hard’

Washington Mystics players and staff stand in a loose circle at halfcourt and talk at the end of a practice.

2023 WNBA season preview: Washington Mystics

By Jenn Hatfield / May 15, 2023

‘Underdog’ Mystics could challenge WNBA’s superteams with elite defense, improved offense

Minnesota Lynx forward Natalie Achonwa holds the ball and looks for a handoff near the elbow as Washington Mystics center/forward Shakira Austin defends. Mystics guard Shatori Walker-Kimbrough guards an off-camera Lynx player near the corner.

‘This is my day’: How going head-to-head in Israel helped Washington Mystics players raise their games

By Jenn Hatfield / May 12, 2023

Shakira Austin, Shatori Walker-Kimbrough and Jazmine Jones all starred on top Israeli League teams