Washington Mystics clinch playoff spot with win over Portland Fire
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 3:06 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The Washington Mystics secured a playoff position after defeating the Portland Fire 105-100 on August 19, 2026. With an average roster age of 23.8 years, the Mystics, the youngest team in WNBA history, have shown significant improvement from last season. Shakira Austin led the team with a career-high 31 points, while Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen contributed strong performances. This victory marks the team's 10th win in their last 13 games, highlighting their turnaround under head coach Sydney Johnson.
- •Mystics average age is 23.8 years, the youngest in WNBA history.
- •Shakira Austin scored a career-high 31 points in the win.
- •The team is 22-15 and won 10 of their last 13 games.
- •Key contributions come from players like Citron and Iriafen.
- •Head coach Sydney Johnson has implemented a strong defensive strategy.
- 3:06 PMYahoo Sports — The youngest team in WNBA history is making magic happen
"The Washington Mystics — also known as the WNBA’s youngest team — just secured an unlikely playoff spot.
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