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**Summary:**

The Washington Mystics edged out the Atlanta Dream 92-91 in a tightly contested game. All five Mystics starters scored in double figures, led by Allisha Gray’s 18 points. Shakira Austin had a career-high 28 points and 10 rebounds. The Dream were led by Brionna Jones (14 points) and Rhyne Howard (13 points). A late basket by Emily Engstler and a missed free throw by Atlanta’s Brittney Sykes in the final seconds sealed the win for Washington. The Mystics previously beat the Dream at home and lost when visiting on Sunday.

**News Article:**

**Mystics Snatch Thrilling Victory Over Dream in Final Seconds, 92-91**

COLLEGE PARK, Ga. — A nail-biting finish saw the Washington Mystics defeat the Atlanta Dream 92-91 on Friday night, thanks to a strong performance from their starting lineup and a crucial missed free throw by the Dream’s Brittney Sykes.

Allisha Gray led the Mystics (5-8) with 18 points, marking a game where all five Washington starters reached double figures. Shakira Austin had a standout performance, scoring a career-high 28 points while also grabbing 10 rebounds. Brittney Sykes, despite a near-perfect night at the free-throw line going 10-11, missed a pivotal second free throw with 0.1 seconds remaining, which was on a three point shot.

The Dream (9-4) were paced by Brionna Jones’ 14 points and Rhyne Howard’s 13 points and six assists. The game saw multiple lead changes, with the Dream holding a significant lead in the first half, fueled by a strong run sparked by Brittney Griner’s fadeaway jumper.

However, the Mystics fought back, with Shakira Austin and Sonia Citron leading a 10-0 run late in the fourth quarter to close the gap. Clutch plays by Gray, including a late steal and free throws, put the Mystics ahead, but the Dream remained within striking distance. Emily Engstler’s late basket proved crucial.

The Mystics and Dream split their season series with a home win a piece. The Dream face the Chicago Sky at home on Sunday, while the Mystics will host the Dallas Wings.

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