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Mystics' Six-Game Streak Moves Them to Sixth, Shakes Playoff Race

8/9/2026

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Washington Mystics beat Atlanta Dream 79-74, extending their win streak to six.
The win moved the Mystics from eighth to sixth, pushing New York Liberty into the final playoff spot and overtaking the Dallas Wings.
Shakira Austin blocked three of Reese’s attempts and logged five of the franchise-record 12 blocks.
Angel Reese had 16 rebounds but only seven points on 1-of-12 shooting, while Allisha Gray scored 26 for Atlanta.

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Washington Mystics beat Atlanta Dream 79-74, extending their win streak to six.
The win moved the Mystics from eighth to sixth, pushing New York Liberty into the final playoff spot and overtaking the Dallas Wings.
Shakira Austin blocked three of Reese’s attempts and logged five of the franchise-record 12 blocks.
Angel Reese had 16 rebounds but only seven points on 1-of-12 shooting, while Allisha Gray scored 26 for Atlanta.