What happened
Sonia Citron delivered a complete performance to lift the Washington Mystics past the Los Angeles Sparks, 80-70. Citron finished with 21 points, 8 assists, 6 rebounds, four made 3-pointers and 2 steals in the win.
The victory pushed Washington to 21-14 on the season. Los Angeles dropped to 13-22.
Why it matters
The result flips the season series between the two teams. Los Angeles had won the previous meeting 92-87 on May 29.
Citron has now turned in multiple 20-plus point performances for Washington this month, continuing a stretch of strong play down the stretch of the season.
By the numbers
Citron's final line: 21 points, 8 assists, 6 rebounds, 4 3-pointers and 2 steals.
Washington enters the matchup averaging 82.4 points scored and 83.2 allowed per game. Los Angeles averages 88.6 points scored and 92.6 allowed on the season.
What to watch next
Washington will look to build on the win as it continues its push in the standings. Los Angeles will try to snap its recent skid as it works to climb back into contention.