Sabreena Merchant of the Athletic joins hosts Melissa Triebwasser and Michael Waterloo for a discussion of UCLA women’s basketball’s attempts to rebuild using the portal after its top six players were drafted into the WNBA.
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Lauren Betts’ approach to her rookie year has helped her grow with the Washington Mystics
Sonia Citron: ‘It’s not easy being a post in this league, but at the same time, nobody can guard her’
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How the young Washington Mystics are defending beyond their years
The Mystics have the third-best defense in the WNBA — something even head coach Sydney Johnson didn’t see coming
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While leading the young Washington Mystics, Sydney Johnson has found his own fountain of youth
Johnson’s Mystics have always emphasized joy, but for him especially, it seems to have gotten louder this season
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What the Washington Mystics are learning from 4 close games — including a win over the Liberty
Tight games are invaluable learning opportunities for the inexperienced Mystics
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How Sonia Citron took the Washington Mystics from confusion to celebration on Friday
Citron swished the game-winner at the buzzer, and Lauren Betts had a well-timed career night
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Coach, leader, friend, sniper: Inside the many roles Michaela Onyenwere is playing for the Washington Mystics
Sydney Johnson: ‘I think every good team in this league needs a Michaela’
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Win or lose, Washington Mystics are focused on ‘being tough and together’
The Mystics are 2-2, but they’re evaluating themselves primarily on player development
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How the Washington Mystics’ star trio has leveled up in 2026
Lauren Betts: ‘The way that they just show up has helped us rookies so much’
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2026 WNBA season preview: Washington Mystics
The rebuilding Mystics are gambling even more on youth than they did in 2025. Will it pay off?
