WNBA · Eastern Conference · Washington, District of Columbia, US
The 2019 WNBA champions, the Washington Mystics won it all behind Elena Delle Donne and became the first WNBA team to play in their own dedicated arena - a template for the league's future.
Updated March 16, 2026
Washington has been decimated by injuries in recent seasons, with key players missing significant time. If the Mystics can finally field a healthy roster in 2026, they have the talent to be a surprise contender. The front office has quietly assembled a deep, versatile group that could outperform expectations.
The Mystics' move to a new arena has injected fresh life into a franchise that won the 2019 championship but has struggled since. Washington's passionate fanbase finally has a home that matches their enthusiasm, and the organization is leveraging the WNBA's surging popularity to rebuild the game-day experience from the ground up.