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Citron Buzzer-Beater Gives Mystics 86-85 Win Over Tempo

The last-second jumper capped a game defined by Washington’s rebounding edge and an expanded role for rookie Lauren Betts that exposed Toronto’s turnover and board issues.

Jun 12, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Mystics guard Sonia Citron (22) dribbles the ball while Toronto Tempo guard Brittney Sykes (20) defends during the first half at CareFirst Arena. Mandatory Credit: Emily Faith Morgan-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Sonia Citron hit a fadeaway jumper at the buzzer to lift the Washington Mystics to an 86-85 victory over the Toronto Tempo.
  • Rookie Lauren Betts scored a season-high 18 points on 8-of-9 shooting and played a career-high 21 minutes after Kiki Iriafen was sidelined with an ankle issue.
  • Washington dominated the glass with a 39-21 rebounding advantage, a margin that produced second-chance points and helped blunt Toronto’s late rally.
  • Marina Mabrey scored 27 points with 18 in the fourth quarter and Brittney Sykes added 20, but Toronto’s turnovers and poor rebounding undermined the comeback.
  • The win on June 12 moved Washington to 5-6 while Toronto fell to 7-6 and highlighted how injuries and bench breakouts are shaping early Commissioner's Cup storylines.