The Washington Mystics Are Poised to Make a Splash in the 2025 WNBA Draft
Alright, basketball fans, the countdown is officially on — the 2025 WNBA Draft is here, and let me tell you, there’s a lot to get excited about, especially if you're rolling with the Washington Mystics. This team is coming into the draft stacked with picks and ready to reshape their roster in a big way.
Let’s talk numbers first. The Mystics hold three — yes, three — first-round picks this year: the No. 3 pick (which they got from Chicago), the No. 4, and the No. 6 pick. That alone puts them in the spotlight heading into draft night. That’s a rare level of draft capital, and the kind of setup that can transform a team’s future practically overnight. Add to that a second-round pick at No. 23 and a third-rounder at No. 32 (via Phoenix), and Washington has a golden opportunity to reload across the board.
Now, this isn’t coming out of nowhere. The Mystics have a history of savvy draft moves. Just last year in 2024, they picked up Aaliyah Edwards from UConn at No. 6 — a powerful forward who’s already making waves. Before that, it was Shakira Austin in 2022, another top-three selection who’s become a core piece of their frontcourt. So yeah, they know what they’re doing when they’re on the clock.
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But this draft? This one hits different. Why? Because the 2025 class is loaded . We’ve got Paige Bueckers, the UConn superstar and NCAA Champion, widely expected to go No. 1 to the Dallas Wings. Then there’s Hailey Van Lith, Aneesah Morrow, Kiki Iriafen, and Dominique Malonga — all serious game-changers with skill sets that could make an impact from day one. And with three top-six picks, the Mystics could end up with multiple names from that elite group. Just imagine pairing a scorer like Morrow with a floor general like Van Lith — that’s instant chemistry.
Washington isn’t just stockpiling picks for fun, either. They’re building around a foundation that already includes the likes of Austin, Edwards, Brittney Sykes, Stefanie Dolson, and Sug Sutton. It’s a nice mix of youth, experience, and defensive grit — and with the right infusion of young talent, this team could be a legit threat in the Eastern Conference again.
And the timing couldn’t be better. The Mystics open their 2025 season on May 16 against the Atlanta Dream. That’s just enough time for the new rookies to get settled, learn the system, and get their feet under them before stepping into the spotlight.
So, buckle up — because the Washington Mystics are about to make serious moves in this year’s draft. Whether you're a diehard fan or just tuning in for the drama, this is the moment where seasons are made, and legacies begin.
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