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With a new-look roster and no A'ja Wilson the US FIBA World Cup title defense gets tougher

The U.S. has dominated the women’s FIBA World Cup for nearly two decades, winning the last four titles

SEPTEMBER 3 • Associated Press

US stars A'ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum to miss the FIBA Women's World Cup

A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum will miss the FIBA Women’s World Cup for health reasons and will be replaced on the U.S. team by Washington teammates Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron

AUGUST 31 • Associated Press

Double-doubles in defeat Iriafen closed with 12 points (5-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one steal in 30 minutes during Friday's 88-82 loss to the Sparks.

Impact Iriafen was less aggressive hunting her shot in the second leg of this back-to-back set, though she was efficient and finished as one of three Mystics players to score in double figures. The star forward also tied for the team lead in rebounds, securing her sixth straight double-double. During that span, she has averaged 18.0 points, 11.3 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 30.0 minutes per game.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Rae Burrell scores 12 of her 15 points in 4th as the Sparks beat the Mystics 88-82

Nneka Ogwumike had 24 points, Rae Burrell scored 12 of her 15 points in the fourth quarter, and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Washington Mystics 88-82

AUGUST 29 • Associated Press

Washington seeks 25th win this season in matchup with Los Angeles

Washington will aim for its 25th win of the season when the Mystics visit the Los Angeles Sparks

AUGUST 28 • Associated Press

Posts strong double-double Iriafen totaled 20 points (9-17 FG, 2-3 FT), 12 rebounds and one assist in 30 minutes during Thursday's 80-73 victory over Phoenix.

Impact Iriafen has been a reliable force both on the glass and as a scorer lately, as she's secured five straight double-doubles following Thursday's win. She's averaging 19.2 points, 11.6 rebounds and 1.0 assists over this impressive stretch.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Georgia Amoore scores career-high 25 and the Mystics move into 6th with 80-73 win over Mercury

Georgia Amoore scored 16 of her career-high 25 points in the fourth quarter, Kiki Iriafen added 20 points and 12 rebounds for her 19th double-double of the season, and the Washingt...

AUGUST 28 • Associated Press

Mystics beat the Mercury 94-84 for 2nd-most regular-season victories in franchise history

Sonia Citron had 19 points and nine assists, Kiki Iriafen added 18 points and 10 rebounds for her 17th double-double of the season, and the Washington Mystics beat the Phoenix Merc...

AUGUST 26 • Associated Press

Washington Mystics vs. Phoenix Mercury | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | August 25, 2026

AUGUST 26 • YOUTUBE

Tallies another double-double Iriafen totaled 18 points (7-11 FG, 4-7 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one steal across 30 minutes during Sunday's 105-100 victory over Portland.

Impact That's now three consecutive double-doubles and 17 for the campaign for Iriafen. The second-year forward is averaging 15.2 points, 9.3 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 28.3 minutes per game this season.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Austin scores career-high 31, Mystics rally from 14-point deficit and beat Fire 105-100

Shakira Austin had a career-high 31 points and 10 rebounds and Georgia Amoore hit two free throws with 4.2 seconds left to help the Washington Mystics rally from a 14-point deficit...

AUGUST 24 • Associated Press

Picks up another double-double Iriafen finished with 19 points (7-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-7 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist, one steal and two blocks over 32 minutes in Friday's 94-84 loss to Minnesota.

Impact Iriafen recorded her second consecutive double-double Friday, tying teammate Shakira Austin for her 16th on the year. The 22-year-old has played well of late, scoring in double figures in 11 of her last 12 appearances. Iriafen's production has also improved from her rookie campaign and is now averaging 15.1 points and 9.3 rebounds, both career highs, along with 1.6 assists across 28.2 minutes in 33 regular-season games.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Miles scores 24, Howard adds 21 as Lynx beat Mystics 94-84, win 6th straight

Olivia Miles scores 24 points as the Minnesota Lynx beat the Washington Mystics 94-84

AUGUST 22 • Associated Press

Toronto Tempo vs. Washington Mystics | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | August 19, 2026

AUGUST 20 • YOUTUBE

Leads the way in win Iriafen finished with 21 points (8-12 FG, 5-5 FT), 13 rebounds and one block across 29 minutes in Wednesday's 93-82 win over Toronto.

Impact Iriafen led all scorers Wednesday night to help the Mystics secure their second consecutive victory and ninth in their last 11 games. She also picked up her 15th double-double of the 2026 campaign, one behind teammate Shakira Austin. The 22-year-old has shown signs of growth in her second season in the WNBA and is now averaging 15.0 points, 9.2 rebounds and 1.7 assists, all career highs, across 28.1 minutes in 32 regular-season appearances.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Kiki Iriafen and Shakira Austin have double-doubles as the Mystics beat the Tempo 93-82

Kiki Iriafen had 21 points and 13 rebounds, Shakira Austin added 11 points and 10 rebounds, and the Washington Mystics beat the short-handed Toronto Tempo 93-82 for their eighth st...

AUGUST 20 • Associated Press

Toronto visits Washington following Citron's 21-point outing

Washington takes on the Toronto Tempo after Sonia Citron scored 21 points in the Washington Mystics' 80-70 win over the Los Angeles Sparks

AUGUST 19 • Associated Press

Los Angeles Sparks vs. Washington Mystics | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | August 15, 2026

AUGUST 16 • YOUTUBE

Sonia Citron, Shakira Austin lead closing charge for Mystics in 80-70 win over Sparks

Sonia Citron scored 21 points, Shakira Austin had 17 points and 11 rebounds, and the Washington Mystics rallied in the fourth quarter to defeat the Los Angeles Sparks 80-70

AUGUST 16 • Associated Press

Scores 19 points with three stocks Iriafen produced 19 points (9-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-3 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, two steals and one block over 27 minutes in Saturday's 80-70 win over the Sparks.

Impact This was a nice bounce-back performance for Iriafen, who was held to just five points on 2-for-5 shooting her last time out. She was locked in on both ends of the floor, scoring efficiently and racking up the defensive stats, as she helped the Mystics snap a two-game skid.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Aces secure playoff spot with 83-76 victory over the Mystics

Jackie Young had a season-high 32 points and five 3-pointers, A’ja Wilson added 15 points and the Las Vegas Aces secured a playoff spot with an 83-76 victory over the Washington My...

AUGUST 14 • Associated Press

Double-double in defeat Iriafen ended with 15 points (6-11 FG, 3-8 FT), 13 rebounds and one assist over 34 minutes in Tuesday's 86-76 loss to the Aces.

Impact Iriafen was active on the glass on both ends of the floor, as five of her 13 rebounds came on the offensive glass. Tuesday marked the 22-year-old's 14th double-double of the year, putting her within two of the 16 she recorded as a rookie in 2025. Through 29 appearances in 2026, Iriafen is averaging 15.0 points, 9.2 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 28.2 minutes per outing.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Aces end the Mystics' 7-game winning streak with an 86-76 victory

A’ja Wilson had 26 points, 13 rebounds and four blocks for her 17th double-double this season, Jackie Young added 25 points to go with eight assists and the Las Vegas Aces ended th...

AUGUST 12 • Associated Press

Latson leads Las Vegas against Washington after 20-point game

Las Vegas hosts the Washington Mystics after Ta'Niya Latson scored 20 points in the Las Vegas Aces' 111-71 loss to the New York Liberty

AUGUST 10 • Associated Press

Austin and Citron score 19 points apiece as Mystics beat Mercury 95-75 for 7th straight win

Shakira Austin had 19 points and 11 rebounds, Sonia Citron also scored 19 points and the Washington Mystics beat the Phoenix Mercury 95-75 on Sunday to extend their win streak to s...

AUGUST 9 • Associated Press

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