The Washington Mystics announced the signing of Betnijah Laney-Hamilton off waivers, a move that injects championship experience into a roster already perched near the top of the Eastern Conference.
Laney-Hamilton, a Rutgers alum who concluded her college career with more than 1,400 points and 900 rebounds, returns to the WNBA after a brief stint with the New York Liberty that ended just two days before the Mystics' offer arrived.
Across six WNBA teams — including the Chicago Sky, Connecticut Sun, Indiana Fever, Atlanta Dream and the Liberty — she has compiled a career average of 9.2 points, 3.2 rebounds and 2.4 assists, but it is her defensive acumen that has defined her reputation.
A Defensive Upgrade for a Playoff-Ready Squad
The Mystics sit at 18-12 and have won six straight games, a streak that has propelled them into serious playoff contention as they prepare to host the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday, August 10, at 3 p.m. ET.
Coaches and teammates alike have praised Laney-Hamilton's leadership and postseason pedigree, noting that her ability to lock down opponents and contribute beyond scoring will be invaluable as the team aims to translate regular-season momentum into a deep playoff run.