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Mystics Dominate at Home, Extend Win Streak
20 Aug
Summary
- Kiki Iriafen and Shakira Austin achieved double-doubles.
- Washington secured their eighth consecutive home victory.
- Toronto played short-handed due to key players resting.
The Washington Mystics continued their dominant home performance, securing their eighth consecutive victory with a 93-82 win over the Toronto Tempo on Wednesday night. Kiki Iriafen led the charge with 21 points and 13 rebounds, while Shakira Austin contributed 11 points and 10 rebounds, marking her 16th double-double of the season. The Mystics' strong rebounding, outrebounding Toronto 43-27, and effective play in the paint were key factors in their success.
Toronto, playing the second game of a back-to-back and without their top three scorers Marina Mabrey, Brittney Sykes, and Nyara Sabally, struggled to keep pace. Kiki Rice led the expansion Tempo with 19 points, but the team lost their 12th straight game, falling to 10-25 on the season. Washington built a significant lead in the second quarter with a 12-0 run and maintained control throughout the game, extending their overall record to 21-14.
