Sonia Citron's buzzer-beater lifts Washington Mystics over Toronto Tempo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
The Washington Mystics secured an 86-85 victory against the Toronto Tempo on June 12, thanks to Sonia Citron's game-winning jumper with just 0.5 seconds remaining. The Mystics led most of the game but faced a challenge when Toronto took a one-point lead late in the fourth quarter. Citron, who finished with 17 points, received praise from her coach for her performance. Rookie Lauren Betts had a career-high 18 points, contributing significantly to the team's efforts. Despite being the youngest team in the league, the Mystics continue to show potential as playoff contenders.
- •Sonia Citron scored the final jumper with 0.5 seconds left.
- •Washington Mystics trailed briefly late in the game after leading most of it.
- •Rookie Lauren Betts scored a career-high 18 points in the game.
- •Mystics head coach praised Citron's clutch performance.
- •Marina Mabrey led Toronto with 27 points.
- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — A Sonia Citron game-winner, plus Lauren Betts’ best game, proves the potential of the Washington Mystics
"The young Mystics escaped with an inspiring win thanks to Sonia Citron’s clutch, game-winning jumper.
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