Washington Mystics Rookie Sonia Citron got a taste of the physicality in teh WNBA, as she had an encounter with veteran Brittney Griner during a preseason game against the Atlanta Dream.
Sonia Citron reposted a video of her viral moment where she got hit during a strong screen by Brittney Griner. She assured her fans that she is okay, following the incident.
“I’m good everyone don’t worry,” Citron posted underneath the video of the hit.
In a post-game interview, Sonia Citron also talked about the viral incident, brushing it off simply as one of the ways she would get a warm welcome to the pro league.
“I feel so, so welcomed to the league,” she said. “I mean, I’m just trying to defend my person and, clearly, I didn’t see her. She’s a big, strong woman. So she definitely got me good. Yeah. I decided to take a second on the floor there and catch my breath.”
“She hit me right in the ribs, so it was like sharp pains, but I couldn’t really breathe. Just had to lay down for a second. But [I] just gathered myself, I was all good. But yeah, I definitely felt very welcomed.”
Sonia Citron was selected as the third overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft by the Washington Mystics, following an impressive college career at Notre Dame. Citron was recognized for her scoring ability, defensive versatility, and leadership, making her one of the top prospects in the draft class.
Sonia Citron, Mystics Wrap Preseason With Atlanta Loss
Sonia Citron and the Washington Mystics wrapped up their preseason with a 70-80 loss to the Atlanta Dream at CareFirst Arena, struggling to recover from a dominant first quarter by Atlanta. The Dream jumped out to a 30-10 lead, setting the tone for the game with their aggressive defense and efficient shooting.
Despite a second-quarter surge by the Mystics, Atlanta maintained control, forcing 18 turnovers and converting them into 15 points. The Mystics struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 3-of-19 from three-point range, which limited their ability to close the gap.
Rookie Sonia Citron was a bright spot for Washington, showcasing her scoring ability and versatility in her final preseason appearance. Citron finished with 15 points on 5-of-6 shooting, including two three-pointers, while also contributing four rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block.
Head coach Sydney Johnson praised Citron’s ability to adjust quickly to the professional level, noting that she responded well to challenges throughout the game.
As the Mystics go through the regular season. Sionia Citron is poised to be a rookie with huge potential in elevating the game of the team.
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