Washington Mystics

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 2: Elena Delle Donne #11 of the Washington Mystics handles the ball against the Atlanta Dream during Game Four of the WNBA Semifinals on September 2, 2018 at the Charles Smith Center at George Washington University 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 2018 NBAE. (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

WNBA Takeaways: Washington Mystics dominate Atlanta Dream 97-76, force Game 5

Lindsay Gibbs
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WNBA Playoffs: Coach of the Year Nicki Collen one win away from her first-ever WNBA Finals

Takeaways: Atlanta Dream defeat a Delle Donne-less Washington Mystics

Breland, Bentley excel, Delle Donne exits early in Dream win

WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 23: guard Natasha Cloud #9 of the Washington Mystics passes the ball against the Los Angeles Sparks in Round Two of the 2018 WNBA Playoffs on August 23, 2018 at George Washington University 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Washington Mystics destroy Los Angeles Sparks 96-64, advance to playoff semis

Lindsay Gibbs
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 07: LaToya Sanders #30 of the Washington Mystics handles the ball against Candace Parker #3 of the Los Angeles Sparks during a WNBA basketball game at Staples Center on July 7, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images)

Washington Mystics: An energetic and efficient LaToya Sanders is ready for a championship

Lindsay Gibbs
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UNCASVILLE, CT - AUGUST 5: Kayla McBride #21, Kelsey Bone #3 and Kelsey Plum #10 of the Las Vegas Aces look on during the game against the Connecticut Sun on August 5, 2018 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Chris Marion/NBAE via Getty Images)

Players, coaches from Aces, Mystics and Dream react to forfeit ruling from WNBA

Mitchell Northam
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PHOENIX, AZ - AUGUST 7: guard Natasha Cloud #9 of the Washington Mystics drives to the basket during the game against the Phoenix Mercury on August 7, 2018 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: What we learned from Mystics’ win over Mercury

Alex Simon
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LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 22: the Las Vegas Aces huddle after the game against the Indiana Fever on July 22, 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 David Becker/NBAE via Getty Images)

Las Vegas Aces decline to play Washington Mystics after 25 hours of flight delays

Erica Ayala
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ARLINGTON, TX - JULY 5: Aerial Powers #23 of the Dallas Wings handles the ball against the Indiana Fever on July 5, 2018 at College Park Center in Arlington, 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 2018 NBAE (Photos by Layne Murdoch/NBAE via Getty Images)

Analysis: Dallas acquires Tayler Hill from Washington for Aerial Powers

Jada Butts
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UNCASVILLE, CONNECTICUT- May 7: Elizabeth Cambage #8 of the Dallas Wings in action during the Dallas Wings Vs New York Liberty, WNBA pre season game at Mohegan Sun Arena on May 7, 2018 in Uncasville, Connecticut. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)

Liz Cambage dominates Mystics in another historic night

Jasmine Baker
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WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 13: Elena Delle Donne #11 of the Washington Mystics handles the ball against the Chicago Sky on June 13, 2018 at Capital One 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

WNBA News: Elena Delle Donne Becomes Fastest Player to Reach 3,000 Career Points

Joseph Zucker
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WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 5: Natasha Cloud #9 of the Washington Mystics handles the ball against the New York Liberty on July 5, 2018 at the Verizon Center 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 2018 NBAE. (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Washington Mystics run away from New York Liberty, 86-67

Lindsay Gibbs
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WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 30: Elena Delle Donne #11 of the Washington Mystics handles the ball against the Phoenix Mercury on June 30, 2018 at the Verizon Center 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 2018 NBAE. (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Washington Mystics fall to Phoenix Mercury 84-74

Lindsay Gibbs
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WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 28: Elena Delle Donne #11 of the Washington Mystics celebrates after shooting the game winning 3-pointer against the New York Liberty winning the game 80-77 on June 28, 2018 at Capital One 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Elena Delle Donne buzzer-beater lifts Washington Mystics over New York Liberty

Lindsay Gibbs
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WASHINGTON, DC -  JUNE 26: Elena Delle Donne #11 of the Washington Mystics handles the ball against the Connecticut Sun on June 26, 2018 at Capital One 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Elena Delle Donne leads Washington Mystics past Connecticut Sun 92-80

Lindsay Gibbs
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WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 19: Tayler Hill #4 of the Washington Mystics handles the ball against the Chicago Sky on June 19, 2018 at Capital One 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Washington Mystic trounce Chicago Sky in Tayler Hill’s comeback game

Lindsay Gibbs
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WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 15: Elena Delle Donne #11 of the Washington Mystics handles the ball against the Los Angeles Sparks on June 15, 2018 at the Verizon Center 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 2018 NBAE. (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Washington Mystics fall to Los Angeles Sparks despite second-half surge

Lindsay Gibbs
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WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 3: Chiney Ogwumike #13 of the Connecticut Sun shoots the ball against the Washington Mystics on June 3, 2018 at the Capital One 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Washington Mystics get scorched by the Connecticut Sun 88-64

Lindsay Gibbs
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WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 27: Myisha Hines-Allen #2 of the Washington Mystics reacts during game against the Minnesota Lynx on May 27, 2018 at the Capital One 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Stephen Gosling/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Washington Mystics ride rookies to upset win over Minnesota Lynx

Lindsay Gibbs
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WASHINGTON, DC -  MAY 22: Elena Delle Donne #11 of the Washington Mystics drives to the basket against the Las Vegas Aces on May 22, 2018 at Capital One 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Stephen Gosling/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Washington Mystics get comeback win over tenacious Las Vegas Aces

Lindsay Gibbs
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MINNEAPOLIS, MN - MAY 20: Chelsea Gray #12 of the Los Angeles Sparks shoots the game-winning shot bringin the final score to 77-76 against the Minnesota Lynx on May 20, 2018 at 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Money Line: WNBA spreads, totals and analysis for Tuesday, May 22

Blake DuDonis
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WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 20: Elena Delle Donne #11 of the Washington Mystics handles the ball against the Indiana Fever on May 20, 2018 at Capital One 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Stephen Gosling/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: How Washington Mystics found success on a tough shooting night

Lindsay Gibbs
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DES MOINES, IA - MAY 6: a general view of the WNBA Championships trophies during the game between the Washington Mystics vs the Minnesota Lynx in a WNBA pre-season game on May 6, 2018 at the Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa. 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 Jason Bradwell/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Money Line: May 20 WNBA spreads, totals and analysis, part 1

Blake DuDonis
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NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 10: Elena Delle Donne

Washington Mystics Preview: Adjusting to life without Emma Meesseman

Lindsay Gibbs
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WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 17: Kristi Toliver #20 of the Washington Mystics shoots the ball during the game against the Minnesota Lynx in Game Three of the Semifinals during the 2017 WNBA Playoffs on September 17, 2017 at the Capital One 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 2017 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Washington Mystics open training camp with 18 on roster

Ben Dull
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KANSAS CITY, MO - MARCH 23: Texas Longhorns guard Ariel Atkins (23) brings the ball up court in the first quarter of a third round NCAA Division l Women's Championship game between the UCLA Bruins and Texas Longhorns on March 23, 2018 at Sprint Center in Kansas City, MO. (Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Washington Mystics take Ariel Atkins from Texas with seventh overall pick in WNBA draft

Lindsay Gibbs
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COLUMBUS, OH - FEBRUARY 21: Ohio State Buckeyes guard Kelsey Mitchell (3) drives to the basket during the second half of a regular season Big 10 Conference basketball game between the Northwestern Wildcats and the Ohio State Buckeyes on February 21, 2018 at the Value City Arena in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Scott W. Grau/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

2018 WNBA Draft trade rumors swirl around the second overall pick

Howard Megdal
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