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Mystics rally late to secure 84-79 victory over Lynx

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 12:48 AM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Mystics rally late to secure 84-79 victory over Lynx

Summary

The Washington Mystics staged a late comeback to defeat the Minnesota Lynx 84-79 on Sunday night in Minneapolis, marking their third consecutive win. Sonia Citron led the Mystics with 21 points, while Kiki Iriafen contributed 17, including key baskets during a 12-0 run that sealed the victory. Minnesota had led at halftime and held a 76-70 advantage before the Mystics surged ahead in the final minutes. The Lynx's Olivia Miles led her team with 22 points. The two teams will meet again on Wednesday in the second game of their consecutive matchups.

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By the Numbers

•Mystics scored 28 points in the final quarter to secure the win.
•Citron made four free throws in the last six seconds.
•Lynx led 60-56 after three quarters.
•Minnesota's next game is against Washington on Wednesday.

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12:48 AMYahoo Sports — Mystics use a late 12-0 surge to beat Lynx 84-79 and win third straight game

What they're saying

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Sonia Citron had 21 points and Kiki Iriafen added 17, hitting a go-ahead basket late for a second straight game, to help the Washington Mystics beat the Minnesota Lynx 84-79 on Sunday night. Minnesota rookie Olivia Miles had a three-point play to spark a 7-0 run for a 76-70 lead with 2:30 left to play. Washington rookie Cotie McMahon answered with a 3-pointer and Iriafen followed with two straight baskets in a 12-0 run as the Mystics (8-7) took an 82-76 lead.
— Yahoo Sports

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