Mystics Make 6 selections In 2026 WNBA Draft

The Washington Mystics made moves in hopes of improving from a 16-28 record last season during the 2026 WNBA draft on Monday.

Washington had six selections across the three-round draft, including three picks in the first round, which was the most of any team. With this draft capital, the Mystics continued their attempt at a rebuild.

Here's a recap of Washington's selections.

Lauren Betts

With the No. 4 overall pick, the Mystics made their most notable selection in UCLA center Lauren Betts, who was given the Most Outstanding Player award in this year's NCAA Tournament.

Betts was a three-year starter for the Bruins after spending her freshman year with Stanford in 2022-23. She averaged 17.1 points, 8.8 rebounds and 2.1 blocks per game this past season, helping guide UCLA to a national championship.

Heading into her rookie year, Betts figures to see a role alongside center Shakira Austin, who recently signed a new three-year deal to return to the Mystics. Pairing the 2025 Comeback Player of the Year with Betts could give Washington a strong frontcourt for the future.

Angela Dugalić

The Mystics selected Betts' teammate at No. 9 overall in UCLA forward Angela Dugalić. Having played in college since the 2020-21 season, Dugalić adds more experience to Washington's frontcourt.

Dugalić appeared in 38 games for the Bruins last season, averaging 9.0 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.1 steals per game. She shot a career-best 50.2% from the field and could provide a depth role at forward in her rookie year.

Cotie McMahon

Rounding out Washington's first-round picks, the team selected Ole Miss forward Cotie McMahon at No. 11 overall. McMahon was a scorer for the Rebels this past season, averaging 19.5 points per game with 45.1% shooting from the field.

Prior to spending her senior year at Ole Miss, McMahon played for Ohio State to begin her collegiate career. She averaged double figures every season in college, so it seems she could slot in as a scorer off the bench as she starts her professional career.

Cassandre Prosper

As the second round began, Washington turned to its backcourt and picked Notre Dame guard Cassandre Prosper with the No. 19 overall selection. Prosper started all 36 games for the Fighting Irish in 2025-26, averaging 13.6 points per game with 49.2% shooting.

Prosper could make contributions as a defensive-minded player during her first season with the Mystics. She averaged 6.5 rebounds, 1.6 steals and 1.1 blocks per game this past year at Notre Dame.

Darianna Littlepage-Buggs

Washington went back to bolstering its frontcourt in its next pick, selecting Baylor forward Darianna Littlepage-Buggs at No. 30 overall. Notably, Littlepage-Buggs averaged a double-double last season, tallying 10.6 points and 10.1 rebounds per game.

Littlepage-Buggs was a consistent starter for the Bears throughout her four-year career there and always averaged double figures in scoring. It seems she could offer reliable depth to the Mystics in Year 1 with the team.

Rori Harmon

Washington made its last pick of the draft early in the third round by selecting Texas guard Rori Harmon at No. 34 overall. Harmon was with the Longhorns in each of the last five seasons, starting 155 of 157 games played.

Harmon has facilitator potential as she averaged 6.3 assists per game this past year along with 8.4 points and 3.4 rebounds per game. She can provide two-way production with her 2.8 steals per game averaged as well.