The Washington Mystics will look to extend their winning streak and complete a season sweep when they host the Connecticut Sun on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. The game is scheduled for a 7:30 p.m. EDT tip-off at the CareFirst Arena in Washington, D.C., and will be broadcast on Monumental Sports Network.
Washington enters the contest with momentum, having secured back-to-back victories over the Indiana Fever and the Los Angeles Sparks. These wins have been crucial for the Mystics as they navigate the latter part of the season and jockey for playoff positioning. The team has shown resilience and offensive firepower, adapting its strategy following the trade of All-Star guard Brittney Sykes earlier in the season. While the defense has been tested since the move, the Mystics have continued to find ways to win.
On the other side, the Connecticut Sun come to the nation’s capital looking to salvage a win in the season series and break out of a difficult stretch. The Sun are coming off a heartbreaking 99-93 overtime loss to the Indiana Fever, continuing a season of struggles that has placed them near the bottom of the league standings. Despite their record, the team is led by veteran Tina Charles, who remains a consistent offensive threat, averaging a team-high in points.
This will be the third meeting between the two teams this season, with the Mystics having decisively won the previous two encounters. The first matchup on May 18 was a hard-fought 90-85 road victory for Washington. In that game, then-Mystic Brittney Sykes led all scorers with 27 points, while rookie Kiki Iriafen contributed a key double-double. Tina Charles paced the Sun with 23 points in their season debut.
The second game on June 8 was a completely different story, as the Mystics routed the Sun 104-67 at home. Sykes was once again the star, pouring in 28 points, including making 14 of 15 free throws. The dominant performance highlighted Washington’s offensive capabilities and left Connecticut searching for answers.
However, Tuesday’s game presents a new dynamic, as it will be the first time the Mystics face the Sun without Sykes on their roster. Her absence creates a different set of challenges for both teams. Washington will rely on players like Shakira Austin and Kiki Iriafen to continue stepping up, while the Sun may see an opportunity to exploit a Mystics defense that has been in transition. The Mystics’ depth will also be tested, with reports indicating that center Stefanie Dolson and guard Jacy Sheldon will be out for the game.
For the Mystics, a victory would not only secure the season sweep but also solidify their recent momentum as the regular season winds down. For the Sun, an upset on the road could provide a much-needed confidence boost for a team looking to build a foundation for the future. The matchup will be available for live streaming on the WNBA App, with some restrictions applying.
