The Washington Mystics faced a setback as they exited the WNBA playoffs in the first round, losing 93-75 to the Atlanta Dream. Despite achieving a franchise-best regular season, the team’s journey ended as the Dream advanced to the next stage.

Throughout Wednesday’s game, the Mystics fought hard to overcome an early deficit. They managed to close the gap by the start of the fourth quarter, showing resilience and determination. However, their efforts weren’t enough as the game slipped away in the final moments.

Angel Reese and the Dream capitalized on their strong performance, moving forward in the playoffs. For Shakira Austin and her teammates, the season concluded sooner than hoped, after a promising start.