Mystics Edge Storm in Close Contest
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · CareFirst Arena
Washington Mystics 84, Seattle Storm 79, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Seattle Storm vs Washington Mystics?
Washington Mystics beat Seattle Storm 84-79 at CareFirst Arena on July 12, 2026.
Who was favored in Seattle Storm vs Washington Mystics?
Washington Mystics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -230 (about 70% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested match, the Washington Mystics defeated the Seattle Storm 84-79 at CareFirst Arena on July 12, 2026. This victory not only marked the Mystics' 12th win of the season but also solidified their dominance in the series, as they now lead 3-2 against the Storm in their recent meetings. The Mystics entered the game with a home record of 11-10 and had shown a mixed form recently, going 6-4 in their last ten games, though they were on a one-game losing streak following a defeat to the Golden State Valkyries just days prior. They averaged 79.5 points scored and 82.1 points allowed in those last ten games, indicating a competitive edge that they managed to leverage against the struggling Storm.
The Seattle Storm, on the other hand, came into the game with a disappointing away record of 6-19 and had lost their last game against the Atlanta Dream. Their recent performance showed a record of 3-7 in the last ten, with an average of 84.7 points scored and 87.3 points allowed. Despite their struggles, the Storm had shown some flashes of brilliance, including a notable victory over the Los Angeles Sparks just days before facing the Mystics. However, they were unable to maintain that momentum, ultimately falling short in this matchup.
In terms of home and away performance, the Mystics had a home record of 3-2 in their last five games, while the Storm struggled on the road, managing only one win in their last five away games. This disparity was evident as the Mystics capitalized on their home-court advantage.
Injury concerns played a significant role in the Storm's performance. Natisha Hiedeman was sidelined due to a shoulder injury, and Awa Fam was also out for non-injury-related reasons. The absence of these players likely impacted the Storm's ability to compete effectively against the Mystics.
As for the betting market, DraftKings had set the odds with the Mystics favored by 6.5 points, and a total points line of 162.5. The moneyline was listed at -230 for the Mystics and +190 for the Storm, reflecting the perceived strength of the home team.
The game was played under typical summer conditions, with both teams looking to establish their rhythm early on. The Mystics' scoring was bolstered by key plays in the fourth quarter, including a driving layup from Georgia Amoore and free throws from Sonia Citron, which helped seal the victory.
Fans watching the game were treated to a display of resilience from both teams, with the Mystics ultimately showcasing their ability to execute under pressure. The final moments saw the Storm making a push to close the gap, but the Mystics held firm to secure the win. This matchup highlighted the Mystics' capability to bounce back from recent setbacks, while the Storm continued to search for consistency as the season progresses.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WSH -6.5 | 162.5 o -110 / u -110 | Seattle Storm +190 · Washington Mystics -230 |
Injury report
- Natisha HiedemanOutShoulderSeattle Storm
- Awa FamOutNot Injury RelatedSeattle Storm
Leaders
- PointsShakira Austin27Washington Mystics
- AssistsGeorgia Amoore4Washington Mystics
- ReboundsKiki Iriafen12Washington Mystics
- PointsNatisha Hiedeman31Seattle Storm
- AssistsNatisha Hiedeman3Seattle Storm
- ReboundsDominique Malonga15Seattle Storm
Recent form
Washington Mystics
Last 10: 6-4Streak L179.5 scored · 82.1 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L49-62vs Golden State ValkyriesJul 6
- W81-76vs Atlanta DreamJul 2
- W124-123vs Portland FireJun 28
- L57-68at Connecticut SunJun 26
- L76-78vs Minnesota LynxJun 24
- W84-79at Minnesota LynxJun 21
- W86-83at New York LibertyJun 19
- W88-81at Connecticut SunJun 17
- L64-86at New York LibertyJun 14
- W86-85vs Toronto TempoJun 12
Seattle Storm
Last 10: 3-7Streak L184.7 scored · 87.3 allowed per game1-4 away
- L78-89at Atlanta DreamJul 10
- W82-64at Los Angeles SparksJul 7
- L72-77vs Portland FireJul 5
- L67-90at Phoenix MercuryJul 3
- W105-90vs Atlanta DreamJun 28
- W99-88vs New York LibertyJun 26
- L110-112vs Dallas WingsJun 23
- L73-93at Phoenix MercuryJun 20
- L89-94at Portland FireJun 18
- L72-76vs Golden State ValkyriesJun 13
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | - | 9 | L2 | .775 | 31 |
| Golden State | 2 | 11 | W4 | .725 | 29 |
| Las Vegas | 4 | 13 | W3 | .675 | 27 |
| Dallas | 7 | 16 | W4 | .600 | 24 |
| Portland | 15 | 24 | L1 | .400 | 16 |
| Los Angeles | 16 | 25 | W2 | .375 | 15 |
| Phoenix | 17 | 26 | W1 | .350 | 14 |
| Seattle | 23 | 32 | L1 | .200 | 8 |
| Atlanta | - | 14 | W1 | .650 | 26 |
| Indiana | - | 14 | W2 | .650 | 26 |
| New York | 2 | 16 | W1 | .600 | 24 |
| Washington | 2 | 16 | L1 | .600 | 24 |
| Chicago | 11 | 25 | L3 | .375 | 15 |
| Toronto | 15 | 29 | L4 | .275 | 11 |
| Connecticut | 16 | 30 | L3 | .250 | 10 |
Box score
| Stat | Seattle Storm | Washington Mystics |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-70 | 31-72 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 5-19 | 5-19 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 26 |
| Free throws | 14-18 | 17-23 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 23 |
| Assists | 12 | 23 |
| Steals | 12 | 10 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 19 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 24 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 38 |
| Fouls | 25 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 11 | 11 |
| Time in front | 71 | 23 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter45-44Shakira Austin makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Georgia Amoore assists)
- 3rd Quarter45-47Sonia Citron makes 25-foot three point jumper (Shakira Austin assists)
- 3rd Quarter47-47Natisha Hiedeman makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter49-47Dominique Malonga makes 2-foot jump bank shot
- 3rd Quarter51-47Dominique Malonga makes 2-foot layup (Flau'jae Johnson assists)
- 3rd Quarter51-49Alicia Florez makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter53-49Jade Melbourne makes 4-foot layup (Dominique Malonga assists)
- 3rd Quarter53-52Shakira Austin makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cotie McMahon assists)
- 3rd Quarter56-52Awa Fam makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jade Melbourne assists)
- 3rd Quarter59-52Natisha Hiedeman makes 25-foot three point jumper (Flau'jae Johnson assists)
- 3rd Quarter61-52Natisha Hiedeman makes running layup
- 3rd Quarter61-54Kiki Iriafen makes layup (Cotie McMahon assists)
- 3rd Quarter61-57Kiki Iriafen makes 23-foot three point jumper (Alicia Florez assists)
- 3rd Quarter61-59Lauren Betts makes 15-foot jumper (Michaela Onyenwere assists)
- 3rd Quarter63-59Natisha Hiedeman makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter63-61Cotie McMahon makes layup
- 3rd Quarter65-61Zia Cooke makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter66-61Zia Cooke makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter67-61Jordan Horston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-61Jordan Horston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-63Lauren Betts makes layup (Michaela Onyenwere assists)
- 3rd Quarter68-64Lauren Betts makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter70-64Jordan Horston makes 14-foot running pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter70-66Shakira Austin makes layup (Alicia Florez assists)
- 4th Quarter70-67Shakira Austin makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter70-69Lauren Betts makes 9-foot jumper (Shakira Austin assists)
- 4th Quarter72-69Natisha Hiedeman makes 6-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter72-71Sonia Citron makes driving layup (Lauren Betts assists)
- 4th Quarter72-73Georgia Amoore makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter74-73Natisha Hiedeman makes running layup (Flau'jae Johnson assists)
- 4th Quarter74-76Shakira Austin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Lauren Betts assists)
- 4th Quarter74-78Shakira Austin makes layup (Lauren Betts assists)
- 4th Quarter74-80Georgia Amoore makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter76-80Awa Fam makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter76-82Shakira Austin makes 4-foot layup (Kiki Iriafen assists)
- 4th Quarter77-82Flau'jae Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter78-82Dominique Malonga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter79-82Dominique Malonga makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter79-83Sonia Citron makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter79-84Sonia Citron makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Washington Mystics, below favours Seattle Storm.
Venue
- CareFirst ArenaWashington, DC
- Attendance4200
- OfficialsAngelica Suffren, Marcy Williams, Tyler Mirkovich
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