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**Mystics Edge Storm in Tight Contest, Sykes Shines in Fourth Quarter**

SEATTLE — Brittney Sykes’ clutch performance in the fourth quarter, including 10 of her game-high 19 points, propelled the Washington Mystics to a 74-69 victory over the Seattle Storm on Sunday. Sonia Citron contributed 17 points for the Mystics (11-10), while rookie Kiki Iriafen notched a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds, tying a franchise rookie record for single season double-doubles.

The Storm (record missing) were led by Ezi Magbegor’s season-high 19 points and Nneka Ogwumike’s 16. Tiffany Mitchell, recently acquired by Seattle, added 12 points.

The game remained tight throughout, with Ogwumike bringing the Storm within one point with a layup at 70-69 with 40.8 seconds remaining. However, Sykes responded with a crucial layup and then sealed the victory with two free throws after a turnover by Skylar Diggins-Smith.

Diggins-Smith finished the game tying for eighth in WNBA history with 1,638 career assists.

The Mystics took control in the fourth quarter with a 15-4 run, punctuated by a 3-pointer and a layup from Citron, giving them a 62-61 lead. The Storm struggled with their shooting, hitting only 36% from the field. Gabby Williams limped off the court in the final moments of the game for the Storm.

The Mystics continue their road trip with a game against the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday. The Storm will look to rebound when they host the Golden State Valkyries on Wednesday.

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