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On YouTubeAaliyah Edwards News / The Lead / April 23
Aaliyah Edwards Can Become the Mystics’ Best Player in 2025
Aaliyah Edwards has a golden opportunity to take the reins as the best player on the Washington Mystics. Washington is finally embracing a rebuild. They have drafted well over the last two off-seasons.
Washington Mystics News / ESPN / April 16
Mystics' Iriafen's dress embodied 'Naija no dey carry last' on WNBA Draft stage 
Clad in a stunning gold outfit, she was transformed from Kiki into Okikiola, a name that means 'fame that brings prosperity or wealth,' a fitting name for the new Washington Mystics star.
Sonia Citron a No-Brainer Pick for the Mystics
The Washington Mystics are one step closer to officially tipping off a new chapter in DC after calling five names in the 2025 WNBA Draft Monday night.
The 'No. 1 overall WNBA Draft picks' quiz
Since its inception in 1997, the WNBA has seen 28 draft picks go first overall, counting the inaugural season's Elite draft, which selected already graduated players who had already been playing professionally on other American teams or overseas. How many of these 28 players can you name?
Amoore highest Aussie WNBA pick since Cambage
Diminutive Australian guard Georgia Amoore has pledged to bring some competitive "dog" to the Washington Mystics after being selected at pick six in the WNBA Draft.
Washington Mystics News / 5 GOATs / April 15
Georgia Amoore’s four-year contract figures with Washington Mystics revealed after WNBA Draft
Georgia Amoore was selected by the Washington Mystics in the 2025 WNBA Draft and her contract figures have been revealed. According to Spotrac, the Australia native will sign a three-year contract with a fourth-year option that will be worth $334,115.
Washington Mystics News / Athlon Sports / April 14
Kentucky's Georgia Amoore Selected by Washington Mystics in WNBA Draft
Georgia Amoore’s rise to the WNBA has been defined by a rare combination of consistency, creativity, and leadership qualities that made her one of the most respected guards in college basketball.
Shakira Austin News / The Lead / April 8
A Healthy Shakira Austin Skyrockets the Mystics’ Ceiling
The 2025 WNBA season promises to be among the most significant in the Washington Mystics’ 28-year history. As they embark on a new era without two-time WNBA MVP Elena Delle Donne, the franchise is dedicated to crafting a roster around its younger stars.
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 'WNBA MVP award winners' quiz
How many WNBA MVP winners can you name in five minutes?
Elena Delle Donne 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 / DC Sports King / March 10
Top prospects for Mystics: Maximizing their three first-round picks
The Washington Mystics have landed three first-round picks in the 2025 WNBA draft. After a trade that sent six-year vet Ariel Atkins to the Chicago Sky, the Mystics now obtain the third, fourth, and sixth overall pick.
WNBA News / Athlon Sports / February 25
Mystics Land ‘Extremely Rare’ Center in Mock Draft After Sky Trade
On Sunday night, the Chicago Sky and Washington Mystics pulled off a major WNBA trade. The deal sent guard Ariel Atkins to the Sky in exchange for the No.
Ariel Atkins News / Field Level Media / February 23
Report: Mystics send F Ariel Atkins to Sky for No. 3 draft pick
The Chicago Sky acquired two-time All-Star guard Ariel Atkins from the Washington Mystics, who received Chicago's No. 3 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, per an ESPN report on Sunday.
Aaliyah Edwards News / DC Sports King / February 13
Aaliyah Edwards gaining notice with Cinderella run in Unrivaled
After an uneventful rookie season in the WNBA last year, Washington Mystics forward Aaliyah Edwards has garnered attention with her meteoric rise during the Unrivaled 1-v-1 tournament.
WNBA News / Hardwood Heroics / February 12
‘Nobody Can Stop Me But Me’: Shakira Austin Speaks on Unrivaled Upset of Chelsea Gray
Shakira Austin made headlines after her surprising victory over Chelsea Gray in the Unrivaled 1-on-1 tournament, where she won decisively with a score of 12-2.
Aaliyah Edwards News / ESPN / February 11
Edwards reaches semis of Unrivaled 1-on-1 event
Aaliyah Edwards will be joined in the semifinals of the Unrivaled 1-on-1 tournament by two other ex-UConn players -- Napheesa Collier and Azura Stevens -- as well as Arike Ogunbowale.
WNBA News / Yardbarker / February 10
Watch: Aaliyah Edwards shuts out Brianna Stewart in "Unrivaled 1v1" debut
Sometimes, even for the most elite athletes, it's just not their night. Women's basketball star Brianna Stewart, who plays for the WNBA's New York Liberty, displayed one of the most uncharacteristic defensive performances of her career Monday night.
Washington Mystics News / Hardwood Heroics / December 26
Welcome Jamila Wideman’: Mystics Make Major Front Office Announcement
The Washington Mystics made a significant move by welcoming Jamila Wideman as their new general manager, aiming to revitalize the team’s front office. This announcement marked a new chapter for the franchise, promising fresh strategies and leadership as they prepared for the upcoming season.
Washington Mystics News / Beyond Women's Sports / December 24
Washington Mystics Announce New Basketball Leadership
The Washington Mystics have finally chosen new leadership for their next chapter. The team announced in a press release on Monday that Jamila Wideman will be joining the team as general manager and Sydney Johnson will step into the head coach position.
Dan Patrick rips WNBA owner for her comments on Caitlin Clark
Caitlin Clark's impact on the WNBA this season was massive, helping the league grow exponentially in attendance, interest and television ratings. Her impact on the league has been tangible, with all 12 current teams seeing success this season that they've never experienced.
WNBA News / Athlon Sports / December 18
Stephen A. Smith does not hold back on Caitlin Clark critics
While there might be a fair amount of people who have their qualms about Time Magazine naming Caitlin Clark as their Athlete of the Year for 2024, one prominent figure who has taken no issue with it at all is ESPN sportscaster Stephen A.
WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 18
Liberty seal top overall seed, drop Mystics under playoff line
Breanna Stewart collected team highs with 15 points and 10 rebounds as the New York Liberty clinched the league's best record and top seed in the WNBA playoffs.
Washington Mystics News / Beyond Women's Sports / September 9
Could the Washington Mystics… Make the WNBA Playoffs?
After a historically bad 0-12 start, recurring injuries, habitual late-game collapses, and pleas to “tank for Paige”, the Washington Mystics are encroaching on the finale of a season to be forgotten.
WNBA News / Action Network / August 31
Connecticut Sun vs. Washington Mystics prediction, pick, odds for Sat. 8/31
Action Network's Michael Arinze shares his spread prediction for Connecticut Sun vs. Washington Mystics tonight.
WNBA News / Action Network / August 20
Seattle Storm vs. Washington Mystics prediction, pick, odds for Tue. 8/20
With both the Seattle Storm and the Washington Mystics having their own roadblocks to get through, Action Network WNBA expert Michael Arinze breaks down why a same-parlay is the way to go in this matchup.
Washington Mystics News / Beyond Women's Sports / June 26
Mystics notables from a weekend win streak
Washington Mystics fans, rejoice. You no longer support the worst team in the WNBA. That tremendous honor now belongs to the Dallas Wings (3-13), whom the Mystics defeated twice in back-to-back games over the weekend.
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