Washington Mystics defeat Toronto Tempo 79-62 despite injuries

On July 14, 2026 the Washington Mystics beat the Toronto Tempo 79‑62 at the Coca‑Cola Coliseum in Toronto. Kiki Iriafen recorded a double‑double with 25 points and 14 rebounds, while Shakira Austin added 17 points and 10 rebounds for the Mystics, who out‑rebounded Toronto 46‑26 and scored 20 second‑chance points.

Toronto played without three starters – Brittney Sykes (left plantar‑fascia), Kiki Rice (ankle sprain) and Temi Fagbenle (concussion) – a situation highlighted by guard Julie Allemand who said, “We miss them on the court, and we can’t wait for them to be back…”. The Tempo’s leading scorer was Julie Allemand with 15 points; Marina Mabrey was held to eight points.

The win marked Washington’s third victory over Toronto this season and kept the Mystics above .500 with a 12‑10 record, while the short‑handed Tempo fell to 10‑14.