The Washington Mystics achieved a vital 79-77 victory over the Chicago Sky in a tense match. With the clock winding down, Brittney Sykes scored a three-pointer for the Mystics, followed shortly by Rachel Banham’s equalizing three for the Sky. Shakira Austin's pivotal layup and free throws sealed the win for the Mystics. Austin was the leading scorer for the Mystics with 15 points, supported by Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen. The Mystics outperformed the Sky's bench, scoring 22 to 11. The next challenge for the Mystics is against the Aces on Thursday.
With less than a minute remaining in regulation, Brittney Sykes drained a three to put the Mystics up 77-74. The Sky responded with a deep three by Rachel Banham to tie the game at 77 a few seconds later.
Austin hit a pair of free throws with two seconds remaining to seal the victory.
Austin led the Mystics with 15 points, Sonia Citron added 13 and Kiki Iriafen 11.
The Mystics bench beat the Sky's 22 to 11.
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