Last Updated on August 7, 2026 by Mat Diekhake
The Washington Mystics 2016 were led by Emma Meesseman and Stefanie Dolson, whose efficient frontcourt scoring and rebounding formed the foundation of the offense. Ivory Latta provided perimeter scoring and primary playmaking, while Tayler Hill added another consistent backcourt scoring option. Washington’s statistics reflected a balanced offensive approach with multiple contributors, solid interior production, and capable ball movement, though the team lacked a single dominant scorer to carry the offense consistently.
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| PLAYER NAME | ROLE TIER | MPG | USAGE TIER | PPG | RPG | APG | STK (SPG + BPG) | IMPACT INDEX | NOTES | AWARDS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emma Meesseman | Starter/Star | 29.3 | High | 15.2 | 5.6 | 2.3 | 1.9 | 65.74 | Operated as the focal point of Washington’s frontcourt, blending efficient post scoring with face-up skill that consistently created matchup problems. Mike Thibault leaned heavily on her versatility, and league coverage frequently highlighted her expanding perimeter game and decision-making as central reasons the Mystics remained in the playoff race despite roster inconsistency. (WNBA) | WNBA All-Star (2016) |
| Tayler Hill | Starter/Star | 29.3 | High | 15.4 | 2.6 | 2.9 | 1.2 | 58.34 | Functioned as Washington’s primary attacking guard, putting pressure on defenses with aggressive downhill drives while carrying more offensive responsibility after showing major offseason improvement. Reports throughout the season described her as one of the league’s breakout perimeter scorers and a trusted late-clock creator. (WNBA) | None |
| Stefanie Dolson | Starter/Star | 22.5 | Medium | 9.3 | 4.7 | 1.1 | 1.3 | 39.45 | Played more as a facilitating interior hub than a pure scorer, setting physical screens, moving the ball quickly and anchoring spacing through her passing. Coverage entering and during the season emphasized Washington’s desire to run offense through the Dolson-Meesseman frontcourt because of its versatility. | None |
| Tierra Ruffin-Pratt | Starter/Star | 24.4 | Medium | 7.3 | 4.5 | 2.6 | 1.3 | 37.15 | Filled an unselfish two-way wing role, often taking difficult defensive assignments while connecting possessions rather than dominating the ball. Coaches regularly trusted her to defend multiple positions and stabilize lineups even when her scoring fluctuated. | None |
| Natasha Cloud | Starter/Star | 24.3 | Medium | 5.7 | 3.0 | 3.8 | 0.9 | 32.43 | Stepped into a much larger ball-handling role while Ivory Latta recovered from injury and steadily earned coaching confidence through her pace, passing and defensive competitiveness. Contemporary reporting viewed her development as one of Washington’s biggest internal successes. | None |
| LaToya Sanders | Bench | 17.3 | Medium | 7.3 | 3.0 | 0.3 | 3.3 | 30.58 | Appeared briefly but immediately supplied elite rim protection and veteran defensive instincts. Although injuries limited her season, her interior presence remained highly valued whenever she was available. | None |
| Ivory Latta | Key Contributor | 20.8 | Medium | 8.3 | 1.7 | 1.9 | 0.4 | 28.11 | Returned from knee surgery to provide needed experience in the backcourt, serving as an instant-offense reserve capable of changing tempo with deep shooting and fearless shot creation despite reduced availability. | None |
| Kia Vaughn | Key Contributor | 19.8 | Low | 6.3 | 4.3 | 0.6 | 1.1 | 25.83 | Delivered dependable interior minutes by finishing around the basket, rebounding and defending without demanding touches. Her willingness to accept a complementary role helped stabilize Washington’s frontcourt rotation. | None |
| Bria Hartley | Key Contributor | 16.9 | Low | 6.5 | 2.0 | 2.3 | 0.4 | 23.56 | Worked primarily as a secondary creator off the bench, mixing perimeter shooting with occasional playmaking. The organization continued to view her as a player capable of expanding her offensive responsibilities despite an uneven campaign. | None |
| Kahleah Copper | Bench | 16.2 | Low | 6.2 | 3.1 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 21.40 | As a rookie she supplied athletic energy, transition pressure and defensive activity rather than polished half-court scoring. Coaches valued her willingness to attack the glass and defend while she adjusted to the professional game. | None |
| Tianna Hawkins | Bench | 10.5 | Low | 4.7 | 2.5 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 16.00 | Offered efficient scoring in limited stretches, stretching opposing bigs with confident mid-range and occasional three-point shooting. Her offensive versatility made her a useful change-of-pace reserve. | None |
| Leilani Mitchell | Bench | 16.1 | Low | 5.9 | 1.7 | 1.9 | 0.1 | 15.20 | Joined the rotation late and gave Washington experienced point-guard depth, emphasizing ball security and floor spacing over high-volume scoring. Limited appearances kept her role relatively small. | None |
| Ally Malott | Bench | 7.8 | Low | 2.1 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 8.00 | Used almost exclusively as a reserve floor-spacer, with her outside shooting remaining the skill coaches hoped would eventually earn steadier minutes despite inconsistent production. | None |
| Jamie Weisner | Bench | 3.6 | Low | 1.7 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 4.80 | Spent most of the season in a developmental reserve role and saw only brief opportunities to contribute while adjusting to the pace and physicality of the WNBA. | None |
| Zoi Dimitrakou | Bench | 5.5 | Low | 1.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 4.00 | Appeared in only two games, leaving very little independent contemporary coverage beyond transaction reporting and roster updates. Limited reporting was available to evaluate her on-court role. | None |
| Washington Mystics Totals | — | — | — | 111.7 | 39.5 | 21.9 | 13.0 | 410.59 | Team emphasized ball movement, versatile frontcourt play and player development while earning another playoff berth, with Meesseman and Hill emerging as the primary offensive engines. | WNBA Playoff Berth (2016) |