The Washington Mystics returned to CareFirst Arena on Tuesday in search of their third-straight victory. Despite a hot start, Washington couldn’t keep its momentum going, losing to the Connecticut Sun,

The Washington Mystics (16-18) fight for a playoff spot on Wednesday when they face the Connecticut Sun (6-27), who aim to play spoiler at the CareFirst Arena.

Washington had surged in recent days, but the last-place Sun, with a little help from Edwards, handed the Mystics a deflating 80-69 loss.

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How to watch the WNBA game between the Washington Mystics and the Connecticut Sun, as well as tip-off time and team news.

The Connecticut Sun (6-27) aim to break a 13-game road losing streak at the Washington Mystics (16-18) on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. ET.

The Mystics will also have the right to swap Minnesota's 2026 first-round pick (Washington received following Karlie Samuelson transaction in the offseason) for New York's 2026 first-round pick (Connecticut received following Natasha Cloud transaction in the offseason).