The Washington Mystics (1-0) will face the Connecticut Sun (0-0) in an exciting early-season matchup at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. Tipoff is set for 1:00 PM ET, with the game airing on NBC Sports Boston and streaming on WNBA League Pass.
Team Overview & Key Storylines
Washington Mystics (1-0)
- The Mystics are coming off a 94-90 victory over the Atlanta Dream in their season opener.
- Brittney Sykes led the charge with 22 points, while rookie Sonia Citron impressed with 19 points.
- Washington’s roster features former UConn standouts Aaliyah Edwards and Stephanie Dolson, alongside Shakira Austin and a promising rookie class.
- Head Coach Sydney Johnson is in his first season leading the Mystics.
Connecticut Sun (0-0)
- The Sun are opening their 2025 regular season at home, marking the debut of Head Coach Rachid Meziane.
- Connecticut’s roster includes WNBA veterans Tina Charles, Marina Mabrey, Lindsay Allen, and Bria Hartley, along with rookies Aneesah Morrow, Saniya Rivers, and Rayah Marshall.
- The Sun finished the 2024 season with a 28-12 record, reaching the WNBA semifinals before being eliminated by the Minnesota Lynx.
- Connecticut dominated Washington last season, winning all four regular-season matchups and holding a 14-1 record against the Mystics since 2020.
Key Matchups to Watch
- Brittney Sykes (Mystics) vs. Tina Charles (Sun) – Sykes is coming off a strong performance, but Charles’ veteran presence in the paint could be a game-changer.
- Mystics’ Rookie Class vs. Sun’s Experienced Core – Washington’s young talent will be tested against Connecticut’s seasoned lineup.
- Perimeter Shooting Battle – The Mystics shot 50.8% overall and 50.0% from three in their opener. Can they maintain that efficiency against Connecticut’s defense?
GAME ODDS
Washington Mystics – 4.5
Connecticut Sun 158.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 17, 2025
