What happened: Seattle leads Washington 45-40 at halftime. Natisha Hiedeman has 18 points, three assists and two steals through two quarters. Shakira Austin has 12 points and three rebounds for the Mystics, and Sonia Citron has added 10, with Flau'Jae Johnson at 8 points and 4 rebounds.
Why it matters: The Storm enter the break on a 1-1-0 swing of form after a 6-18 start to the season, while the 10-10 Mystics have dropped their last two. Hiedeman, who caught fire from deep against Portland last month, is again pacing Seattle's offense at the half.
By the numbers: Seattle enters averaging 80.0 points and allowing 85.2 this season; Washington averages 81.1 and allows 84.5. In the season series, Washington won 78-64 on May 27 and Seattle won 97-85 on May 24.
What to watch: Second-half play continues in Washington with Seattle protecting a five-point edge.