Washington Mystics Secure First Win of Season in Commissioner's Cup, Ending 12-Game Streak with 87-68 Victory

Jun 12, 2024, 01:19 AM

The Washington Mystics secured their first win of the season with a decisive 87-68 victory over the Atlanta Dream in the WNBA Commissioner's Cup. This win ends a 12-game losing streak for the Mystics. Brittney Sykes, returning from a 10-game injury absence, led the team with 18 points, 4 assists, and 3 rebounds, shooting 58.3 percent from the field. Ariel Atkins also contributed significantly with 18 points and 4 rebounds. The Mystics dominated the game, achieving their biggest lead of the season at 19 points and shooting an impressive 54.8 percent from three-point range, making 17 threes. This game also marked the first WNBA win for Aaliyah Edwards and Julie Vanloo.