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Washington Mystics top Atlanta Dream 81-76 in WNBA action

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 3:05 AM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Washington Mystics top Atlanta Dream 81-76 in WNBA action

Summary

The Washington Mystics defeated the Atlanta Dream 81-76 on Thursday night in WNBA play. Shakira Austin led the Mystics with 21 points and nine rebounds, while Kiki Iriafen contributed a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds. Washington improved after a difficult first half, where they trailed 41-32 and turned the ball over 18 times. The Mystics took control in the third quarter, hitting five three-pointers to lead by four entering the final period. Georgia Amoore sealed the victory with two free throws in the closing seconds. Rhyne Howard scored 24 points for Atlanta.

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By the Numbers

•Shakira Austin scores 21 points for Washington.
•Kiki Iriafen records eighth double-double of the season.
•Atlanta led 41-32 at halftime before Washington's comeback.
•Mystics hit five three-pointers in the third quarter.
•Rhyne Howard leads Atlanta with 24 points.

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3:05 AMYahoo Sports — Washington Mystics beat the Atlanta Dream 81-76 behind Shakira Austin’s 21

What they're saying

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Shakira Austin had 21 points and nine rebounds, Kiki Iriafen added 14 points and 10 rebounds for her eighth double-double this season, and the Washington Mystics beat the Atlanta Dream 81-76 on Thursday night. Iriafen made layups on back-to-back possessions to give Washington a 78-74 lead with 1:20 left. Georgia Amoore sealed it by making two free throws with 11.4 seconds remaining to make it 80-76.
— Yahoo Sportsby The Associated Press

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