Mystics Overcome 12-Point Halftime Deficit to Beat Sky 79-72

Brittney Sykes led the Washington Mystics with a season-high 32 points, shooting 13-of-24 including 4-of-5 from three-point range, to help the team overcome a 12-point halftime deficit and defeat the Chicago Sky 79-72. The Mystics trailed 44-32 at halftime but outscored the Sky 24-12 in the third quarter to tie the game and eventually took the lead in the fourth. Key moments included Sykes grabbing a crucial offensive rebound late in the game, setting up Kiki Iriafen's basket for a five-point lead, and Washington's Shakira Austin blocking a shot in the closing moments. Sonia Citron contributed 13 points and nine rebounds, while Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso each posted double-doubles for Chicago, with 17 points and 10 rebounds and 18 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Despite Chicago shooting nearly 50 percent, their 25 turnovers were costly in the loss. The win improved Washington's record to 5-7 as they rallied from an early 16-point deficit in the first half, fueled by strong second-half defense and timely offensive execution.