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Wheeler's late burst, Ogwumike's double-double help Sparks beat Mystics 92-87

Erica Wheeler scored eight of her 21 points in the final 70 seconds, Nneka Ogwumike had 20 points and 11 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Washington Mystics 92-87

2 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Double-doubles in defeat Austin tallied 25 points (8-10 FG, 9-9 FT), 10 rebounds and three assists across 25 minutes in Friday's 92-87 loss to the Sparks.

Impact Austin turned in an extremely efficient outing Friday, dropping a game- and season-high 25 points. The 25-year-old center also led the Mystics in rebounds, securing her second straight double-double and fourth such performance on the campaign. She's scored at least 18 points in three of her last five outings, averaging 17.2 points, 8.0 rebounds and 2.8 assists per contest during that span.

3 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Washington Mystics vs. Seattle Storm | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | May 27, 2026

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Records another double-double Austin finished with 18 points (6-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 13 rebounds, five assists and one block across 29 minutes in Wednesday's 78-64 win over the Storm.

Impact Austin led the Mystics in scoring Wednesday to help her team snap a two-game skid. The 25-year-old is having a quality 2026 campaign, posting a double-double in three of her six regular-season appearances. Austin is also now averaging a career-high 15.8 points per contest.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Austin has 18 points and 13 rebounds as Mystics beat Storm 78-64

Shakira Austin had 18 points, 13 rebounds and five assists, Michaela Onyenwere made her season debut and finished with 14 points, and the Washington Mystics beat the Seattle Storm...

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Totals four stocks in loss Austin registered 12 points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, two blocks and two steals over 29 minutes during Sunday's 97-85 loss to the Storm.

Impact Austin's rebounding numbers were somewhat pedestrian, though the center made her defensive presence felt with a combined four blocks and steals. In the scoring department, she has reached double figures in all five contests this season, contributing to averages of 15.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.4 blocks and 1.0 steals in 30.0 minutes per game.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hiedeman scores 24, Johnson adds 17 and Fam 10 in her debut as Storm beat Mystics 97-85

Natisha Hiedeman tied her career high with 24 points, rookie Flau’jae Johnson scored a season-best 17, and the Seattle Storm beat the Washington Mystics 97-85 in a game that featur...

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Totals 12 points in blowout loss Austin accumulated 12 points (5-10 FG, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal over 26 minutes in Monday's 92-69 loss to the Wings.

Impact Austin's 12 points were a season low for the center but still led the Mystics in scoring during a blowout loss. It was also a quieter night for the 25-year-old on the glass, as she had previously averaged 10.0 rebounds across the first three games of the campaign. Through four contests, Austin is averaging 16.3 points, 8.5 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.3 blocks across 30.3 minutes.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Fudd scores season-high 12, Bueckers adds 18 to lead Wings past Mystics 92-69

Top draft pick Azzi Fudd scored a season-high 12 points off the bench and Paige Bueckers added 18 points and seven assists as the Dallas Wings beat the Washington Mystics 92-69 on...

MAY 19 • Associated Press

Nears double-double in win Austin tallied 19 points (7-11 FG, 5-6 FT), nine rebounds, five assists and three blocks across 34 minutes in Friday's 104-102 overtime win over the Fever.

Impact Austin put up double-digit shot attempts for a third straight game to begin the regular season and dropped a season-best 19 points, finishing as Washington's third-leading scorer. The fifth-year center also led the Mystics in assists, dishing out a career-high-tying five dimes. Additionally, she led all players in blocks and has recorded multiple swats twice on the campaign.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Sonia Citron scores 30 as Mystics top Fever 104-102 in OT despite Caitlin Clark's heroics

Sonia Citron scored 30 points, Kiki Iriafen had 25 points and 13 rebounds, and the Washington Mystics edged Indiana 104-102 after Caitlin Clark forced overtime with a dramatic 3-po...

MAY 16 • Associated Press

Notches double-double vs. NY Austin ended Sunday's 98-93 loss to the Liberty with 16 points (6-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-8 FT), 10 rebounds and four assists across 33 minutes.

Impact That's two games and two double-doubles for the 25-year-old center, and she has been very consistent by going 6-13 FG in each of the first two outings. After going for 12.7 ppg, 6.4 rpg, 1.8 apg, 1.1 bpg and 1.1 spg in 2025, Austin appears poised to take a big step forward this season.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Johannes scores 25, Stewart adds 23 and 9 rebounds as Liberty beat Mystics 98-93 in OT

Marine Johannes hit six 3-pointers and scored 25 points, Breanna Stewart had 23 points and nine rebounds, and the New York Liberty beat the Washington Mystics 98-93 in overtime

MAY 10 • Associated Press

Double-doubles vs. Toronto Austin ended with 18 points (6-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-10 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals over 28 minutes during Friday's 68-65 win over the Tempo.

Impact Austin scored 10 of her 18 points in the first half and finished as the Mystics' second-leading scorer behind Sonia Citron (26 points). Austin also finished with the second-most rebounds on the team behind Kiki Iriafen (16), and for the former, it was her sixth double-double since the start of the 2025 regular season. Austin is looking to build off a strong 2025 campaign in which she averaged 12.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.1 blocks and 1.1 steals over 23.0 minutes per contest.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Shakira Austin hits winning free throws as Mystics spoil Tempo opener with 68-65 win

Shakira Austin made four free throws down the stretch and the Washington Mystics held on to beat the Toronto Tempo 68-65, spoiling the Tempo’s first game

MAY 9 • Associated Press

Cleared to play in opener Austin (reconditioning) will play in Friday's game against Toronto, Chelsea Leite of The IX Sports reports.

Impact Austin failed to make an appearance during the preseason after returning from an overseas commitment, but she'll be ready to roll for the 2026 season opener. She averaged 12.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks over 38 games a season ago with the Mystics.

MAY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto opens season at home against Washington

The Toronto Tempo host the Washington Mystics for the season opener

MAY 7 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Sunday Austin (reconditioning) has been ruled out for Sunday's preseason game against Atlanta, Meghan L. Hall of USA Today reports.

Impact Austin will end up missing the entire preseason due to an overseas commitment and reconditioning. Her next opportunity to suit up will come in Washington's regular-season opener against the Tempo on Friday.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Austin (overseas commitment) has been ruled out for Saturday's preseason game against the Lynx.

Impact Austin was initially absent from Friday's injury report, but the 25-year-old center is still overseas in China and will not be available for Saturday's exhibition contest. Her next opportunity to suit up for the Lynx is Sunday, May 5 against the Dream. Lauren Betts and Bernadett Hatar should both see a bump in minutes due to Austin's absence.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Austin (not injury related) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's preseason game against the Lynx.

Impact Austin arrived late to training camp due to an overseas commitment but will suit up in Saturday's preseason opener. The 25-year-old center appeared in 38 regular-season games (30 starts) last year, averaging 12.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.1 blocks and 1.1 steals in 23.0 minutes per showing.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Will arrive late to training camp Austin will arrive late to training camp due to an overseas commitment, Jenn Hatfield of The Next reports.

Impact Austin is still playing for Shanxi in China, and her status for the Mystics' April 25 preseason opener against the Lynx is in question. After spending the first four years of her career in Washington, the 25-year-old center agreed to a three-year pact to return to the Mystics. Across 38 regular-season outings (30 starts) in 2025, she averaged 12.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks over 23.0 minutes per showing and was named the Comeback Player of the Year.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Now returning to Mystics Austin is returning to the Mystics on a three-year deal, per Alexa Philippou of ESPN.com.

Impact The expectation originally was that Austin was joining the Tempo for their inaugural season, as she signed an offer sheet with Toronto over the weekend, but Washington matched it to keep Austin around. Austin, the 2025 Comeback Player of the Year, averaged a career-high 12.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks in 23.0 minutes per game over 38 contests for the Mystics a year ago.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Signs offer sheet with Tempo Austin agreed to a multi-year offer sheet with Toronto, Sebreena Merchant of The Athletic reports.

Impact Austin is in line to receive $1.19 million during the 2026 campaign. Now, Washington has two days to match the offer in order to keep the restricted free agent on the roster. Austin is coming off a career-best season, averaging 12.7 points with 6.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks over 23.0 minutes. She also appeared in 38 games after combining for 31 in the previous two seasons heading into 2025.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Receives qualifying offer The Mystics extended a restricted qualifying offer to Austin on Tuesday.

Impact Austin has spent the first four years of her career with the Mystics, who can now match any offer sheet that she receives. After two injury-plagued seasons, the 25-year-old center appeared in 38 regular-season outings (30 starts) in 2025, averaging 12.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks in 23.0 minutes per showing.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Nola Henry confirms what Mystic fans already suspected about Shakira Austin Shakira Austin’s Unrivaled coach Nola Henry believes she has a bright future.

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