Sonia Citron, the rookie guard for the Washington Mystics, is making a splash in her inaugural WNBA season. Drafted third overall in the 2025 WNBA Draft after a stellar stint at Notre Dame, Citron has started every game this season and is already carving out her place in the league. She has been averaging an impressive 14.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game.
Recently, Citron faced a significant challenge when she defended New York Liberty’s star Sabrina Ionescu. Ionescu, a five-year veteran and former first overall pick, provided Citron with a memorable “welcome-to-the-WNBA” moment during their match-up. This moment included a savvy foul drawn by Ionescu, followed by a light tap on the shorts post-whistle, adding a light-hearted touch to the on-court rivalry.
Despite the Mystics having a challenging start to the season, the prospect for growth and success looks promising. Alongside Citron, the team features another standout rookie, Kiki Iriafen, who is averaging 13.9 points and 10.1 rebounds per game. The Mystics also brought Lucy Olsen on board, whose contributions include averaging 3.0 points and 1.3 rebounds in limited minutes. Although Georgia Amoore unfortunately tore her ACL prior to the season, Citron and her fellow rookies are positioned for a rewarding future in the league.
Ionescu, who led all scorers in the recent match with 28 points, shared kind words for Citron after the game, noting her admiration and willingness to support the young player as she navigates her rookie season. “She’s one of my favorite players out of this rookie class… I reached out to her when she was drafted,” Ionescu stated, highlighting the camaraderie and mentorship within the league.
While the Liberty, last season’s WNBA champions, currently lead the Eastern Conference, the Mystics have the talent and determination to make an impact in the league and pursue success in the Commissioner’s Cup, particularly with rival teams facing challenges, including Caitlin Clark’s recent injury.
Citron’s transition into the league exemplifies the potential for new talent to thrive alongside established stars, promising an exciting future for the Mystics and the WNBA.