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Dream Dominates Mystics in Playoff Opener
28 Sep
Summary
- Rhyne Howard scored 26 points, Angel Reese added 13 points and 12 rebounds.
- Atlanta Dream set franchise playoff record with 16 steals.
- Mystics committed 22 turnovers, leading to 27 points for Atlanta.
The Atlanta Dream opened their playoff series with a commanding 92-77 win against the Washington Mystics in Game 1. Rhyne Howard was the standout performer, netting 26 points and five steals, while Angel Reese contributed 13 points and 12 rebounds in her playoff debut. The Dream's aggressive defense forced 22 turnovers from the Mystics, a key factor that allowed Atlanta to score 27 points off those mistakes.
Atlanta established their dominance early, setting a franchise playoff record with 16 steals. Allisha Gray added 22 points, and Jordin Canada dished out 11 assists. Despite trailing at halftime, the Dream rallied in the third quarter, with DeWanna Bonner scoring 11 of her 13 points during a pivotal 18-5 run that secured their lead. The Mystics, making their first playoff appearance since 2019, were led by Sonia Citron's 25 points.
