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WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 17:Washington Mystics forward Elena Delle Donne (11) drives past Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) during the second half of the semifinal game between the Washington Mystics and the Las Vegas Aces on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. The Washington Mystics defeated the Las Vegas Aces 97-95. (Photo by Toni L. Sandys/The Washington Post via Getty Images)

2019 WNBA Playoffs: Three questions for Washington entering Game 2

Takeaways: Mystics survive late Aces push in Game 1

GM Jonathan Kolb: Liberty look to keep building with number one pick

“What’s good LaChina?” Kelsey Plum is finding her edge coming off the bench

BOSTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 17: Courtney Williams #10 of the Connecticut Sun handles the ball against the Los Angeles Sparks on September 17, 2019 at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Connecticut Sun defeat Los Angeles Sparks in Game 1

TAMPA, FL - APRIL 05: Oregon guard Sabrina Ionescu (20) plays in 2019 NCAA Women's National Semifinal Game One between the Oregon Ducks and the Baylor Bears at at Amelie Arena in Tampa, FL on on April 5. (Photo by Mary Holt/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

New York Liberty win 2020 WNBA Draft Lottery

LAS VEGAS, NV - AUGUST 5: Kayla McBride #21 of the Las Vegas Aces handles the ball against the Washington Mystics on August 5, 2019 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by David Becker/NBAE via Getty Images)

Preview: Aces, Mystics clash in semifinals

WHITE PLAINS, NY - SEPTEMBER 6: Tanisha Wright #30 of the New York Liberty handles the ball against the Indiana Fever on September 6, 2019 at the Westchester County Center in White Plains, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Steven Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

“T was a huge spark for us”–– Tanisha Wright’s influence on the Liberty

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - AUGUST 22: Arike Ogunbowale #24 of Dallas Wings hugs Napheesa Collier #24 of the Minnesota Lynx after the game between the two teams on August 22, 2019 at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minneosta. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Napheesa Collier named WNBA Rookie of the Year

HOUSTON ? SEPTEMBER 4: Teresa Weatherspoon #11 of the New York Liberty shoots from half court to beat the Houston Comets in Game 2 of the 1999 WNBA Finals at the Compaq Center on September 4, 1999 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1999 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

WNBA Rewatch: Recapping Game 2 of the 1999 WNBA Finals

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 8: Elena Delle Donne #11, Kim Mestdagh #6 and Ariel Atkins #7 of the Washington Mystics raise their glasses for a toast after the game against the Chicago Sky on September 8, 2019 at the St Elizabeths East Entertainment & Sports Arena in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

How the Washington Mystics spent their late-summer ‘vacation’

LAS VEGAS, NV - JUNE 17: A'ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces drives against Sancho Lyttle #31 of the Phoenix Mercury on June 17, 2018 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Todd Lussier/NBAE via Getty Images)

Sancho Lyttle announces her retirement

Indiana Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell tied her career high with 26 points during Indiana's 94-87 loss to Phoenix on June 9, 2019. Mitchell scored 22 in the second half. Photo by Kimberly Geswein

Indiana Fever 2019 season recap: a new direction ahead

LAS VEGAS, NV - SEPTEMBER 15: Las Vegas Aces celebrates after the game against the Chicago Sky on September 15, 2019 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Bottari/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Sky’s season ended in 14 seconds, but a lasting foundation still remains

LAS VEGAS, NV - SEPTEMBER 15: Dearica Hambry #5 of the Las Vegas Aces talks with the media after the game against the Chicago Sky on September 15, 2019 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Bottari/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Dearica Hamby, Aces stun Sky

LAS VEGAS, NV - SEPTEMBER 15: Dearica Hambry #5 of the Las Vegas Aces hits the game winning three point basket against the Chicago Sky on September 15, 2019 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Bottari/NBAE via Getty Images)

Dearica Hamby’s jaw-dropping shot sends Aces to WNBA semifinals

LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 8: Nneka Ogwumike #30 of the Los Angeles Sparks signs autographs after the game against the Minnesota Lynx on September 8, 2019 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

Nneka Ogwumike wins the WNBA’s 2019 sportsmanship award

CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 18: Liz Cambage #8 of the Las Vegas Aces goes to the basket against the Chicago Sky on August 18, 2019 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Preview: Aces host Sky with trip to semis on the line

LAS VEGAS, NV - AUGUST 20: Dearica Hamby #5 of the Las Vegas Aces hi-fives teammates during the game against the Phoenix Mercury on August 20, 2019 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by David Becker/NBAE via Getty Images)

Dearica Hamby named 2019 WNBA Sixth Woman of the Year

CHICAGO, IL - SEPTEMBER 11: WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert presents the WNBA Coach of the Year Award to Head Coach James Wade of the Chicago Sky before the game against the Phoenix Mercury during Round One of the WNBA Playoffs on September 11, 2019 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

WNBA will cover charter flights for Game 1 of semifinals

LAS VEGAS, NV - AUGUST 5: Dearica Hamby #5 of the Las Vegas Aces gets introduced before the game against the Washington Mystics on August 5, 2019 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by David Becker/NBAE via Getty Images)

Dearica Hamby: Sixth Woman of the Year and Most Improved Player?

UNCASVILLE, CT - JULY 30: Stefanie Dolson #31 of the Chicago Sky passes the ball against the Connecticut Sun on July 30, 2019 at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Stefanie Dolson and the art of the outlet pass

EVERETT, WASHINGTON - SEPTEMBER 11: Jordin Canada #21 of the Seattle Storm takes the court before the first game of the WNBA playoffs against the Minnesota Lynx at the Angel of the Winds Arena on September 11, 2019 in Everett, Washington. The Seattle Storm top the Minnesota Lynx 84-74 and advance to the second round. (Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images)

Jordin Canada the key to Seattle’s success

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 8: Elena Delle Donne #11 of the Washington Mystics speaks with the media after the game against the Chicago Sky on September 8, 2019 at the St Elizabeths East Entertainment & Sports Arena in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

WNBA record recap: Breaking down 2019 records and milestones reached

LAS VEGAS, NV - AUGUST 9: Stefanie Dolson #31 of the Chicago Sky reacts against the Las Vegas Aces on August 9, 2019 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Bottari/NBAE via Getty Images)

PODCAST: Nick Niendorf talks playoffs on the Skycast

WHITE PLAINS, NY- AUGUST 13: New York Liberty huddle before the game against the Minnesota Lynx on August 13, 2019 at the Westchester County Center, in White Plains, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Steven Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

WNBA draft lottery set for Sept. 17 on ESPN2

MINNEAPOLIS, MN- AUGUST 16: Elena Delle Donne #11 of the Washington Mystics and Natasha Cloud #9 of the Washington Mystics celebrate during the game against the Minnesota Lynx on August 16, 2019 at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

WNBPA Board of Advocates brings strength in numbers

CHICAGO, IL - SEPTEMBER 11: Diamond DeShields #1 of the Chicago Sky speaks to the media after the game against the Phoenix Mercury during Round One of the WNBA Playoffs on September 11, 2019 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chicago in the Sky with Diamond: DeShields the key moving forward