What happened: Iriafen totaled 10 points, 12 rebounds and 2 assists before halftime. Washington trailed 50-42 at halftime; the Atlanta Dream lead the series 1-0 entering play.
Why it matters: The 12-rebound half gives Washington extended possessions in a postseason setting. It sets a new Mystics postseason benchmark for first-half production.
By the numbers: Kiki Iriafen: 10 PTS, 12 REB, 2 AST in first half; first Mystics first-half double-double in postseason play; Halftime: Atlanta Dream 50, Washington Mystics 42; Series: Atlanta Dream lead 1-0 entering play.
What to watch: Second-half focus is Iriafen's continued rebounding and whether Washington trims the deficit after the break.