Wings, Mystics Clinch WNBA Playoff Berths
The Dallas Wings, after a remarkable turnaround from last season, clinched a playoff berth and sit in an 8th-place seeding position that could set up a first-round matchup with the top seed. The Washington Mystics secured their first playoff appearance since 2023 under coach Sydney Johnson, led by Shakira Austin’s 31 points and clutch performances, as the league moves toward seven of eight postseason spots being clinched.
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About Washington Mystics
The Washington Mystics are an American professional basketball team based in Washington, D.C. The Mystics compete in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) as a member of the Eastern Conference. The team was founded prior to the 1998 season, and is owned by Ted Leonsis through Monumental Sports & Entertainment, which also owns the Mystics' NBA counterpart, the Washington Wizards. The team plays in the CareFirst Arena in the Congress Heights neighborhood. Sheila C. Johnson is the team's managing partner.
Everything about Washington Mystics →- Country
- United States
- Headquarters
- Washington, D.C.
- Inception
- 1998
- Website
- http://mystics.wnba.com/