Washington Mystics W vs Connecticut Sun W — 79:69, NBA W
NBA W
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 • CareFirst Arena
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Mystics W | 23 | 21 | 22 | 13 | 79 |
| Connecticut Sun W | 16 | 26 | 16 | 11 | 69 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Washington Mystics W | Connecticut Sun W |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 27/71 | 28/72 |
| 3-Pointers | 6/19 | 5/23 |
| Free Throws | 19/25 | 8/12 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 43 |
| Assists | 13 | 21 |
| Steals | 6 | 3 |
| Blocks | 4 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 17 |
Box Score
Top scorers
Washington Mystics W
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | FG | 3PT | FT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. AustinS | 34:38 | 25 | 13 | 1 | 7-14 | 0-1 | 11-15 |
| S. CitronS | 30:28 | 12 | 5 | 3 | 3-9 | 0-3 | 6-6 |
| G. AmooreS | 25:31 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 3-8 | 2-4 | 0-0 |
| K. IriafenS | 17:55 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 2-7 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| M. OnyenwereS | 17:23 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 3-7 | 1-4 | 0-0 |
| C. McMahon | 26:24 | 13 | 3 | 2 | 5-8 | 2-4 | 1-2 |
| L. Betts | 25:05 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 3-14 | 0-0 | 1-2 |
| B. Laney | 13:04 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1-2 | 1-2 | 0-0 |
| Alicia Florez | 04:48 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| A. Dugalic | 01:11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| R. Harmon | 01:11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| C. Prosper | 01:11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-2 | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| L. Olsen | 01:11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Totals | 79 | 34 | 13 | 27-71 | 6-19 | 19-25 |
Connecticut Sun W
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | FG | 3PT | FT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. MillerS | 33:37 | 19 | 6 | 2 | 7-17 | 3-9 | 2-5 |
| Leila LacanS | 30:26 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 4-13 | 1-5 | 2-2 |
| C. Leger-WalkerS | 29:42 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 3-8 | 1-3 | 0-0 |
| A. EdwardsS | 26:55 | 8 | 13 | 1 | 4-14 | 0-3 | 0-0 |
| R. BeersS | 23:53 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 4-9 | 0-0 | 3-3 |
| G. Kneepkens | 17:49 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2-3 | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| N. Angloma | 14:40 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3-7 | 0-2 | 1-2 |
| R. Marshall | 07:32 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1-1 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Totals | 69 | 41 | 19 | 28-72 | 5-23 | 8-12 |
Game Recap
The Washington Mystics defeated the Connecticut Sun 79-69, earning a 10-point win behind a strong scoring performance from S. Austin. Washington controlled enough of the game’s key stretches to overcome Connecticut’s rebounding advantage and more efficient overall shooting, using timely offense and defensive stops to separate late.
Key Takeaways
- →The Washington Mystics W hold a significant advantage in advanced metrics, with a much higher True Shooting % (67
- →The Washington Mystics W have a significantly better record and advanced stats compared to the Connecticut Sun W
- →The Washington Mystics W have a significant advantage in both recent performance and overall season record
- →The Washington Mystics W have a significant performance edge over the Connecticut Sun W, as evidenced by their superior offensive and defensive ratings, and a much higher CourtFrame Power Index
- →The Washington Mystics W have a significant advantage in both team performance and venue strength, with a strong home record and superior offensive metrics