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Austin leads Mystics to franchise-record 27th win over Sun, 79-69

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Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Austin leads Mystics to franchise-record 27th win over Sun, 79-69

Summary

Shakira Austin scored 25 points and grabbed 13 rebounds to guide the Washington Mystics to a 79-69 victory against the Connecticut Sun on September 22. This win marks the Mystics' franchise-record 27th of the season, surpassing the previous record of 26 wins set in 2019. Washington's strong finish included a crucial 15-4 run that established a double-digit lead in the closing minutes of the third quarter. The Mystics improved their playoff positioning, now leading Dallas and New York by one game with two days left in the regular season. Both teams will close out the season with matches on September 24.

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By the Numbers

•Mystics improve to 27-16, setting a new franchise record for wins.
•Diamond Miller led Sun with 19 points in the loss.
•Austin's 20th double-double this season marks a franchise milestone.
•Both teams play their final games on September 24.
•Washington has outrebounded opponents a WNBA-record 39 times this season.

Latest Updates

3:08 AMESPN WNBA — Mystics beat Sun to set franchise record with 27th win
1:45 AMYahoo Sports — Austin has 25 points and 13 rebounds as the Mystics beat the Sun 79-69 for franchise-record 27th win

What they're saying

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Shakira Austin had 25 points and 13 rebounds to help the Washington Mystics beat the Connecticut Sun 79-69 on Tuesday night for their franchise-record 27th win of the season. Washington (27-16) set the previous mark of 26 wins in 2019, en route to the franchise’s only WNBA championship. The Mystics stretched their lead over Dallas and New York (tied for seventh) to one game with two days remaining in the regular season.
— Yahoo Sports