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Mystics Rookie Lauren Betts Captures Pure Locker Room Chaos on Video

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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