Myisha Hines-Allen

Even without the benefits of having their full roster, the Washington Mystics have discovered the recipe for at least keeping pace when battling the New York Liberty and the WNBA’s powerhouses: creativity, decisiveness, and a competitive fire belying their circumstances. At full health, one could argue that few adjectives describe Myisha Hines-Allen’s game as effectively. Challenged into quick thinking after her post touch gets immediately engulfed by New York’s double team, the 2020 All-WNBA Second Team selection remains calm, working her pivot foot before contorting her body entirely to break through the trap for a highlight bucket. Routinely at the top of their game particularly in second quarters, Washington used Hines-Allen’s multifaceted play to slice a once-concerning 16-point deficit to just four by intermission. The valiant effort even afforded them a lead with under five minutes to play, though they would ultimately fall on May 31, 2024. Adding to what’s been a resurgent individual season, Hines-Allen contributed 11 points, seven rebounds, three assists, and one 3-pointer.