There is something about the Entertainment and Sports Arena that whenever the Washington Mystics (13-13) step on the floor the ladies elevate their game. Whenever the ladies are in a slump, they get back to their winning ways, and overall, the energy surrounding the team instantly resets itself.
In the latest bounce back win for the Mystics won the first of two against the Los Angeles Sparks, though by the narrowest of margins 79-77.
One of the best signs for the team is the fact that they had a well-rounded offensive unit, and the victory helped those who have been on the bench gain their confidence; something that is going to be clutch as the 2023 WNBA season progresses.
Starting off the fine performances for the Mystics is Tianna Hawkins, as she scored 17 points on 7-14 from the field and 2-6 from three in addition to five rebounds and a steal.
Milestone Maker Brittney Sykes scored eight points, eight assists, seven rebounds and four steals against the sparks. For Sykes this is her fourth consecutive game recording at least four steals, and that makes this the fifth time in WNBA history that a player has achieve this feat.
Sykes has 19 total steals in the last four games, which is the most steals over four games in Mystics history, here is the milestone as she surpassed Alana Beard (18) for the franchise record.
Mystics fans are encouraged to check out the following Post Game Press Conference video featuring thoughts from Head Coach Eric Thibault, Brittney Sykes and Tianna Hawkins from after the team’s victory against Los Angeles on 8/4…video is compliments of the Washington Mystics:
First year sensation Queen Egbo posted a career-high 15 points on 7-9 from the field, in addition to grabbing nine boards and two steals in looking great from her recovery from the ankle injury.
Rounding out the impressive performances is Natasha Cloud with her 10 points, along with Shatori Walker-Kimbrough and Li Meng both impressing with their double-digit scoring. Walker-Kimbrough also known as SWK tallied 11 points, while Meng contributed 10 points.
These two teams are going to meet in the second game of the series on Sunday, August 6 with the tip off time scheduled for 3:00 p.m.
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