Washington Mystics

Washington Mystics general manager Jamila Wideman and assistant general manager Maria Giovannetti sit in the stands and talk before a game. Wideman holds a coffee cup in her right hand and gestures with her left as she speaks.

Why player development will remain a top priority for Jamila Wideman and Washington Mystics in 2026

By Jenn Hatfield / September 18, 2025

‘Time and talent’ are the keys to the Mystics’ rebuild long-term

Napheesa Collier and Paige Bueckers chat on the court.

The Next’s 2025 WNBA Awards: Napheesa Collier, Paige Bueckers among winners

By Emily Adler / September 16, 2025

Collier MVP, Bueckers ROY and much more

Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers looks up with a concerned expression. Teammate Myisha Hines-Allen approaches her from the side, while other teammates look on in the background. Packed arena stands are blurry in the background.

WNBA Notes: Let’s talk about the future for teams that missed the playoffs

By Emily Adler / September 13, 2025

Exploring what the future could hold for the Sparks, Sun, Sky, Mystics and Wings

The lights are dark at CareFirst Arena as Washington Mystics players huddle before a game. They are wearing black jerseys with gold trim or black warm-up shirts.

The Washington Mystics’ season is over, but the roots of a rebuild are in place

By Jenn Hatfield / September 13, 2025

Though ending on a 10-game losing streak was disappointing, 2025 was never about results for the Mystics

Washington Mystics players stand on the court and look forward at something off camera, as if they are waiting for something.

How the Washington Mystics are evaluating and pushing themselves during their 8-game losing streak

By Jenn Hatfield / September 6, 2025

Alysha Clark: ‘We want to win, but it’s how you lose’

Wasington guard Sonia Citron dribbles toward the rim past Alyssa Thomas, who is trying to turn and follow. Another Mystics player stands behind Thomas, while a packed crowd on the sideline and endline watch on out of focus in the background.

WNBA Notes: Sparks frontcourt decisions, hot shooting from Sonia Citron, Jewell Loyd

By Emily Adler / August 30, 2025

Plus: Checking in on WNBA lottery odds

Washington Mystics players huddle in the paint before a game. They are wearing bright red warmup gear.

What has and hasn’t changed about the Washington Mystics since their in-season trades

By Jenn Hatfield / August 28, 2025

Leading scorer Brittney Sykes and reserves Aaliyah Edwards and Sika Koné all departed just before the trade deadline

Washington Mystics guard Sonia Citron is shown in midair as she shoots a layup. Her right hand is very close to the rim, and the ball is just off her fingertips. Two Connecticut Sun defenders are visible in the frame, but neither is in position to challenge the shot.

With consistency and clutch baskets, Sonia Citron breaks Washington Mystics’ rookie scoring record

By Jenn Hatfield / August 21, 2025

Chamique Holdsclaw had held the record since 1999, but Citron passed her on Tuesday

Two photos from separate Washington Mystics games are displayed side-by-side. On the left, forward Alysha Clark holds the ball with both hands and looks for a pass as Minnesota Lynx guard Kayla McBride defends her tightly. On the right, guard Jacy Sheldon attempts a layup as Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers tries to contest the shot from behind.

‘Their energy just lifted all of us up’: How new additions Alysha Clark and Jacy Sheldon have fit the Washington Mystics

By Jenn Hatfield / August 19, 2025

The two arrived just before the trade deadline, but the Mystics feel like they’ve been around longer

Washington Mystics general manager Jamila Wideman is shown doing a Zoom call with reporters. She is wearing a navy Mystics sweatshirt, and there is a navy backdrop with the Mystics, Monumental Sports Network and MedStar Health logos behind her.

Mystics general manager Jamila Wideman discusses plan for the future, progress this season

By Jenn Hatfield / August 16, 2025

Wideman: The Mystics are competing ‘probably at a level that we don’t have business competing in’ this season