Mystics Rookie Lauren Betts Captures Pure Locker Room Chaos on Video
Summary
The Washington Mystics started the 2026 WNBA season strongly but had a funny moment in the locker room when rookie Cotie McMahon sang loudly and a teammate told her to be quiet. Rookie Lauren Betts, who helped UCLA win a national championship, and other new players have joined the team, which is trying to make the playoffs again.Key Facts
- Lauren Betts was the 4th overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft by the Mystics.
- Cotie McMahon, another rookie, was picked 11th overall and was caught singing loudly in a TikTok video.
- The Mystics also drafted Angela Dugalic at 9th overall.
- Betts has played limited minutes so far, averaging 3.7 points and 3 rebounds per game.
- Shakira Austin, a strong player, is making it harder for Betts to get more playing time.
- The Mystics have a young group of talented players, including All-Stars Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen.
- The team aims to reach the playoffs for the first time since 2023 and to advance further than the first round since their 2019 WNBA championship win.
- The article includes a lighthearted locker room moment showing team chemistry between rookies and veterans.
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