Mystics Rally with a 12‑0 Run to Clip Lynx’s Wings, 84‑79
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- June 23, 2026
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Late Surge Powers Mystics to Victory Over Lynx
Washington clawed back in the final minutes, unleashing a 12‑0 run that propelled them to an 84‑79 win over Minnesota.
It was one of those games that felt like a seesaw, the kind that keeps you on the edge of your seat until the final buzzer. The Washington Mystics trailed the Minnesota Lynx by five at the start of the fourth quarter, but a burst of energy and a little bit of grit turned the tide.
At the 7:12‑minute mark, the Mystics went on a 12‑0 run that left the crowd buzzing. It wasn’t just a flurry of baskets – it was a showcase of teamwork. Ariel Atkins knocked down a three‑pointer, while Kristi Toliver dished out two crisp assists that led to easy layups.
Elena Delle Donne, ever the steady hand, kept the offense humming with a mid‑range jumper and a pivotal defensive rebound that sparked the run. "We just kept talking, kept moving, and the ball found its way in," Delle Donne said in the post‑game interview, a hint of a smile cracking through the fatigue.
Minnesota tried to answer, but missed a couple of key free throws and couldn’t break the momentum. The Lynx’s defense, which had been tenacious early on, softened a touch as the clock wound down, allowing Washington to stretch the lead to six points.
The final minutes felt like a ceremonial walk for the Mystics. The bench cheered, the arena lights reflected off the hardwood, and the scoreboard finally read 84‑79. It was a victory that felt earned, not just a fluke of a late run.
For the Lynx, it’s a bitter pill. They’ll need to regroup, tighten up their late‑game defense, and maybe revisit those free‑throw routines. As for Washington, the win adds a confidence boost as they look ahead to the next matchup, hoping to keep the spark alive.
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