Washington Mystics defeat Indiana Fever 93-77

The Washington Mystics defeated the Indiana Fever 93-77 on Sunday, marking the franchise's 26th victory of the season and matching their 2019 championship team's regular-season record. Shakira Austin led the Mystics with 20 points, 10 rebounds, five assists, and two steals. Austin also set a new franchise record for rebounds in a single season, reaching a total of 384.

Despite the loss, Indiana Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell continues a historic season, recently becoming one of only six players in league history to record at least 800 career three-pointers. Mitchell is currently averaging a career-high 25.1 points per game. Caitlin Clark contributed 25 points in the loss to Washington.

Both teams remain in contention for playoff positioning. The Mystics (26-16) are fighting for a spot in the postseason, while the Fever (27-15) are positioned fifth in the standings with a chance to earn homecourt advantage in the first round.