On June 17, Brittney Sykes led the Mystics with 32 points on 13-of-24 shooting, helping her team erase a 12-point halftime deficit to defeat Chicago 79-72. Sykes’ aggressive play was pivotal, as Washington outscored the Sky 23-13 in the final quarter. The Sky struggled to respond, despite solid efforts from their frontcourt. Full game details and stats are available via the official ESPN box score.
In the rematch on July 8, Shakira Austin emerged as the hero for the Mystics, scoring 15 points and sinking two decisive free throws with 2.8 seconds left to secure an 81-79 win. The tightly contested game saw multiple lead changes, with both teams trading baskets down the stretch. Chicago’s late push fell short as Austin’s composure at the line sealed the result. For more on Austin’s performance, visit the Washington Mystics Twitter page.
These back-to-back wins keep the Mystics competitive in the Eastern Conference standings. Fans can follow the team’s full 2025 schedule and upcoming matchups on the official WNBA schedule page. Both games highlight the Mystics’ resilience and ability to close out tight contests, a promising sign as they push toward the playoffs.