The Washington Mystics — losers of 6 straight games — have officially been eliminated from playoff contention. The Mystics, who have a 16-24 record, are 5 games behind the Golden State Valkyries for the 8th seed and are no longer in the playoff mix, thanks to Saturday’s 99-62 loss to the Valkyries.
Still, the future of the Mystics is as bright as ever.
The team’s first-round rookie selections have put together sensational seasons; No. 3 pick Sonia Citron is averaging 15.2 points on 47.1% shooting (and 43.1% from three), while No. 4 pick Kiki Iriafen is averaging 12.9 points and 8.5 rebounds. Both have exceeded expectations and are having stronger rookie
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