The past few seasons, it was players like Shakira Austin and Aaliyah Edwards who were helping the Mystics elevate as a franchise. The trend has continued this season as rookies Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron have both been leading factors in Washington’s success.

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark and Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier completed their draft for the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game. Both Washington Mystics rookies named to the game, guard Sonia Citron and forward Kiki Iriafen,

Washington Mystics rookies Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron are headed to the WNBA All-Star game, making them the first pair of rookie teammates to make the team since 1999. This makes them the youngest WNBA All-Stars in Mystics history.