Washington Mystics 2025 Season: Roster, Schedule, How to Watch & More
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Will the Washington Mystics be able to clear the fog and rise in the standings in 2025? After a turbulent 2024 season that began with a brutal 0–12 start and closed with a 14–26 finish, the franchise has made major organizational changes in hopes of a turnaround. From front-office moves to roster shakeups, the Mystics are aiming for a fresh start and a return to playoff contention.
Want to follow the Mystics throughout the 2025 WNBA season? Get everything you need—from their full game schedule and updated roster to how to watch games live—right here.
Washington Mystics Quick Facts:
Founding Season: 1998 Conference: Eastern Home Arena: Entertainment & Sports Arena Championships: 1 (2019) 2024 Finish: Did not make the playoffs
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How Did the Washington Mystics Do Last WNBA Season?
The Washington Mystics concluded the 2024 WNBA season with a 14–26 record, narrowly missing the playoffs by finishing ninth in the standings. Key contributors included Ariel Atkins, who averaged 14.9 points per game, and rookie Aaliyah Edwards, who posted 7.6 points and 5.6 rebounds per game. Despite these efforts, the Mystics struggled with injuries to key players like Shakira Austin and Brittney Sykes, impacting team cohesion and performance.
Following the season, the organization underwent significant changes. General Manager Mike Thibault and Head Coach Eric Thibault parted ways with the team. In February 2025, the Mystics traded long-time guard Atkins to the Chicago Sky, signaling a shift towards rebuilding. Under new General Manager Jamila Wideman, the team acquired multiple high draft picks, including the No. 3, No. 4 and No. 6 selections in the 2025 draft, aiming to build a young and competitive roster for the future.
Washington Mystics Schedule for TV
Don’t miss a second of the 2025 WNBA season. With DIRECTV, you don’t have to! Explore the Mystics schedule for the season below, including information on where to watch the Washington Mystics on TV and more.
After some serious rebuilding, the Mystics’ lineup looks promising. Here’s the 2025 team roster:
No.
Player
Position
Height
College
8
Georgia Amoore
Guard
5’6″
Kentucky
0
Shakira Austin
Center
6’5″
Ole Miss
13
Khadijah Cave
Forward
6’3″
Baylor
22
Sonia Citron
Guard
6’1″
Notre Dame
31
Stefanie Dolson
Center
6’5″
UConn
24
Aaliyah Edwards
Forward
6’3″
UConn
21
Emily Engstler
Forward
6’1″
Louisville
14
Zaay Green
Guard
6’2″
Alabama
44
Kiki Iriafen
Forward
6’3″
USC
TBD
Lauren Jensen
Guard
5’10”
Creighton
3
Sika Kone
Forward
6’3″
5
Jade Melbourne
Guard
5’11”
33
Lucy Olsen
Guard
5’10”
Iowa
10
Ashten Prechtel
Forward
6’5″
Stanford
1
Sug Sutton
Guard
5’8″
Texas
20
Brittney Sykes
Guard
5’9″
Syracuse
Where can I watch Washington Mystics games?
For those who can’t make it out to the Sports & Entertainment Arena to watch the Mystics compete in person, there are plenty of ways to catch more games on the Washington Mystics TV schedule on DIRECTV. Below are a few networks where you can watch games:
These Eastern conference rivals have found themselves in seriously intense matchups, often leading to postseason implications. Plus, the teams’ relative proximity always makes for a fun rivalry among fans.
The Mystics and the Liberty have a longstanding rivalry that has grown in intensity, especially with the rise of the Liberty in recent years. Both teams have had their share of victories and heartbreaks against each other, making their games highly anticipated. The addition of star players to the Liberty has only added more fuel to this rivalry, as seen in last season’s postseason Round 1.
Watch these two teams up against each other:
Fri., May 30 @ 7:30 p.m. ET (Watch on ION)
Thurs., June 5 @ 7:30 p.m. ET (Watch on Prime Video)
Thurs., August 28 @ 7 p.m. ET (Watch on Prime Video)
Tues., September 9 @ 7 p.m. ET (Watch on ESPN 3)
Stream Washington Mystics on DIRECTV
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The WNBA Washington Mystics were founded in Washington D.C. in 1998.
Who are some of the most well-known players from the Mystics?
Prominent WNBA stars that played for the Mystics include Elena Delle Donne, Alana Beard, Chamique Holdsclaw and Aaliyah Edwards.
Who is the head coach of the Washington Mystics?
Sydney Johnson
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