Franchise At A Glance
CHAMPIONSHIPS
1 (2019)
WNBA Finals (2018, 2019)
CURRENT RECORD
28-16 (.636)
FRANCHISE LEGENDS
Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw, Alana Beard
Roster & Cap Breakdown
2026 Salary Cap: $7.00M
Shakira Austin
C • Free Agent Signing
$1,190,000
Michaela Onyenwere
F • Free Agent Signing
$700,000
Betnijah Laney-Hamilton
G • Free Agent Signing
$400,000
Alicia Florez
G • Rest of Season Contract
$210,732
Draft History & Analysis
2027 WNBA Draft
Grade: TBD
Outstanding Trades
Incoming: 2027 first-round pick swap rights (via Chicago Sky), 2027 second-round pick (via Chicago Sky)
Outgoing: None
Instant Analysis: Pending 2027 WNBA Draft.
One-Month Check-In: Pending
End-of-Season Review: Pending
Three-Year Check-In: Pending
Outstanding Trades
Incoming: No. 9: Acquired from the Seattle Storm in the trade for Brittney Sykes in exchange for this pick and Alysha Clark. No. 11: Acquired from the New York Liberty via the Connecticut Sun as part of the trade that sent Aaliyah Edwards to the Sun.
Outgoing: No. 19: Traded to the Minnesota Lynx in the Myisha Hines-Allen deal. Note: This pick was later moved again and is currently held by the Dallas Wings. No. 34: Traded to the Minnesota Lynx in a deal to acquire the rights to Karlie Samuelson (who was later traded to Minnesota).
Instant Analysis: The Washington Mystics executed a massive haul, utilizing three first-round selections to add size, physicality, and versatile interior scoring. No. 4 overall pick Lauren Betts provides an immediate defensive anchor at 6’7″, pairing elite rim protection with efficient low-post production. Angela Dugalić adds floor-stretching ability and defensive versatility, while Cotie McMahon brings an aggressive, downhill attacking style. Late-round additions Cassandre Prosper and Darianna Littlepage-Buggs provide high-motor depth and upside, while Rori Harmon’s defensive disruption bolsters the young backcourt.
One-Month Check-In: Washington’s rookie class is already providing valuable depth. Lauren Betts brings reliable defensive presence and shot-blocking while Cassandre Prosper adds speed and perimeter shooting.
On the wing, Cotie McMahon brings relentless downhill pressure, while Angela Dugalić provides defensive versatility.
Read the Rookie Report: 1 Month Check-In >
End-of-Season Review: 2026 WNBA Rookies: The Final Verdict
Three-Year Check-In: Three-year check-in: Where will they be in 2029?
Outstanding Trades
Incoming: No. 3: Washington receives this pick as part of the Ariel Atkins trade. No. 6: The Atlanta Dream had this pick from a prior deal with the Dallas Wings and have now traded it to the Washington Mystics. No. 23: Acquired as part of the Egbo/Hatar trade. No. 32: The Washington Mystics acquired a third-round pick in the 2025 Draft from Phoenix as part of the Lundquist/Sutton trade.
Outgoing: No. 17: The Washington Mystics traded their second-round pick in the 2025 Draft to Las Vegas as part of the Amanda Zahui B. trade. No. 30: The Washington Mystics traded their third-round pick to the Seattle Storm for Jade Melbourne.
Instant Analysis: Washington’s draft haul earned them an A grade, bringing in a well-rounded mix of talent. Citron is a big guard who is a defensive ace but also does a little bit of everything well. Iriafen is quick and agile, with a high motor, strong rebounding, and a developing jump shot. Amoore, though undersized, is a dynamic playmaker who excels at pushing tempo and creating for others. Olsen and Green round out the class as intriguing prospects with upside, giving the Mystics a strong combination of current and future contributors.
One-Month Check-In: Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron have hit the ground running. Iriafen earned Rookie of the Month honors, and Citron has been consistently productive. Lucy Olsen is still adjusting, Georgia Amoore is recovering from injury, and Zaay Green was waived.
Read the Rookie Report: 1 Month Check-In >
End-of-Season Review: WNBA Rookie Report: The Final Verdict
Three-Year Check-In: Three-year check-in: Where will they be in 2029?
Washington Mystics Game Day HQ
Fan ESSENTIALS
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Fly to the Capital
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Stay at The Wharf
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