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

The Washington Mystics secured a 94-84 victory over the Phoenix Mercury on Tuesday night, marking their second-highest number of regular-season wins in franchise history. Leading the charge for the Mystics was Sonia Citron, who contributed 19 points and nine assists. Kiki Iriafen added 18 points and 10 rebounds, achieving her 17th double-double of the season.

With six games left in the regular season, Washington now holds 23 wins, just behind the WNBA champion team from 2019, which finished with 26 victories. Shakira Austin tallied 16 points for the Mystics, while Michaela Onyenwere and Lauren Betts each scored 10 points. The Phoenix Mercury, on the other hand, were led by Natasha Mack and Kahleah Copper, who each netted 19 points.

Alyssa Thomas contributed 16 points and 10 assists for Phoenix, while Kelsey Plum, who returned to action after a brief absence, added 10 points in 17 minutes. Phoenix's three-point shooting faltered, as they managed only three successful attempts from beyond the arc. The Mystics dominated the game, leading by double digits throughout the second half, with their largest margin being 64-44.

The game concluded with Phoenix not registering a field goal until Plum's basket with 4:42 remaining in the third quarter.