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Heads to locker room Austin went to the locker room during the third quarter of Thursday's game against the Aces due to an apparent head injury, Jenn Hatfield of The Next reports.

Impact Austin looked to hit her head on the court down the stretch of the third quarter, resulting in her exit from the court. She can be considered questionable to return until the team has another update to share.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Young Mystics relying on strong bonds to improve while making push toward postseason

The young Washington Mystics are making a playoff push

AUGUST 12 • Associated Press

Las Vegas hosts Washington after Austin's 20-point game

Washington faces the Las Vegas Aces after Shakira Austin scored 20 points in the Mystics' 86-76 loss to the Las Vegas Aces

AUGUST 12 • Associated Press

Strikes for 20 points in loss Austin amassed 20 points (8-21 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, two steals and one block across 30 minutes in Tuesday's 86-76 loss to the Mystics.

Impact Austin didn't deliver her most efficient performance Tuesday, though she still led Washington in scoring. The 26-year-old center has reached the 20-point threshold in four of her last five outings, posting at least 19 points in all of them. She also tied the game high in steals after failing to record a swipe in her previous three appearances.

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

Shakira Austin is why the Washington Mystics are championship contenders The Mystics are surging, all thanks to their dominant center.

AUGUST 11 • FANSIDED.COM

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

Phoenix Mercury vs. Washington Mystics | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | August 9, 2026

AUGUST 9 • YOUTUBE

Double-doubles in Sunday's win Austin recorded 19 points (8-16 FG, 1-3 3PT, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists and one block over 26 minutes during Sunday's 95-75 win over the Mercury.

Impact Austin led the Mystics in rebounds while co-leading the team in points, en route to her 16th double-double of the season (and fourth in as many games), which is third in the WNBA this season behind Angel Reese (21) and Jessica Shepard (20). Austin is enjoying a career year in her fifth season in the WNBA, averaging 16.2 points, 9.6 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.4 blocks over 29.6 minutes per game.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

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

Shakira Austin Breaks Down 'Seatbelt' Effort Against Angel Reese Shakira Austin got the better of Angel Reese in the Mystics’ 79-74 win against the Dream.

AUGUST 8 • SI.COM

Washington faces Phoenix, looks for 6th straight home win

Washington heads into a matchup with Phoenix as winners of five consecutive home games

AUGUST 8 • Associated Press

Atlanta Dream vs. Washington Mystics | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | August 7, 2026

AUGUST 8 • YOUTUBE

Shakira Austin's 21 points, 11 rebounds, 5 blocks help Mystics win 6th straight, 79-74 over Dream

Shakira Austin had 21 points, 11 rebounds and five blocks, Kiki Iriafen added 15 points, and the Washington Mystics beat the Atlanta Dream 79-74 for their sixth straight victory

AUGUST 8 • Associated Press

Ties career-high in blocks Austin (undisclosed) finished with 21 points (7-11 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 6-8 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists and five blocks across 27 minutes in Friday's 79-74 victory over the Dream.

Impact Austin tied her career high in blocks Friday. She also recorded her third consecutive double-double and scored at least 21 points in four of her last five appearances. The 26-year-old has played well during the 2026 campaign, averaging 16.1 points, 9.6 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.4 blocks, all career highs, over 29.8 minutes in 29 regular-season appearances. Austin briefly left Friday's game but managed to return. Still, it wouldn't be surprising to see her appear on the injury report ahead of Sunday's meeting with Phoenix.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Returns Friday Austin (undisclosed) started the fourth quarter of Friday's game against the Dream, per the broadcast.

Impact Austin exited to the locker room late in the third quarter after taking a hard fall. However, she appears to be good to go for the remainder of the contest after checking back in.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves for locker room Austin (undisclosed) exited to the locker room in the third quarter of Friday's game against the Dream, Jenn Hatfield of The Next reports.

Impact Austin took a hard fall while trying to block a shot and exited to the locker room with 3:28 remaining in the third quarter. She can be considered questionable to return until more information comes to light.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Howard leads Atlanta against Washington after 23-point performance

Atlanta visits the Washington Mystics after Rhyne Howard scored 23 points in the Dream's 96-82 victory over the Phoenix Mercury

AUGUST 6 • Associated Press

Dallas Wings vs. Washington Mystics | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | August 5, 2026

AUGUST 6 • YOUTUBE

Dominant in Wednesday's win Austin recorded 27 points (9-15 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists and one block across 36 minutes in Wednesday's 96-92 win over the Wings.

Impact Austin led all players in both points and rebounds, propelling the Mystics to a narrow victory. Wednesday marked the center's 12th double-double of the campaign and fourth over the past six games. On the year, she's averaging 15.9 points, 9.5 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.3 blocks in 29.9 minutes per contest across 28 appearances.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Mystics beat the Wings 96-92 to complete a 20-point comeback for 5th straight win

Shakira Austin had 27 points and 13 rebounds, rookie Cotie McMahon scored 10 of her season-high 18 points in the fourth quarter, and the Washington Mystics overcame a 20-point defi...

AUGUST 6 • Associated Press

Dallas seeks 20th victory this season in matchup with Washington

Dallas will look for its 20th win this season when the Wings visit the Washington Mystics

AUGUST 4 • Associated Press

Las Vegas Aces face a brutal 4-games-in-7-days road grind, capped by Lynx-Liberty back-to-back

It’s a busy week for the Las Vegas Aces, who play four road games in seven days, including a back-to-back pair in Minnesota on Saturday and then New York a day later

AUGUST 3 • Associated Press

Dallas Wings vs. Washington Mystics | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | July 31, 2026

AUGUST 1 • YOUTUBE

Double-doubles in win Austin amassed 28 points (10-18 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 7-9 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and one steal across 35 minutes in Friday's 81-75 win over the Wings.

Impact Austin turned in an efficient performance en route to a game- and season-high 28 points. The 26-year-old center also grabbed a game-best 10 rebounds, securing her third double-double over her last five appearances. Austin has scored at least 15 points in eight straight games, reaching the 25-point mark in three of them.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

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Young Mystics relying on strong bonds to improve while making push toward postseason

Las Vegas hosts Washington after Austin's 20-point game

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

Latson leads Las Vegas against Washington after 20-point game

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

Washington faces Phoenix, looks for 6th straight home win

Shakira Austin's 21 points, 11 rebounds, 5 blocks help Mystics win 6th straight, 79-74 over Dream

Howard leads Atlanta against Washington after 23-point performance

Mystics beat the Wings 96-92 to complete a 20-point comeback for 5th straight win

Dallas seeks 20th victory this season in matchup with Washington

Las Vegas Aces face a brutal 4-games-in-7-days road grind, capped by Lynx-Liberty back-to-back