The Washington Mystics 2007 were led by Alana Beard, whose scoring, playmaking, and defensive impact made her the focal point of the team, while Monique Currie emerged as a dependable secondary scorer on the wing. Chasity Melvin anchored the frontcourt with efficient interior scoring and rebounding, and Nikki Blue directed the offense from the point. Washington’s statistical profile reflected balanced contributions, solid defense, and reliable rebounding, though inconsistent outside shooting limited the team’s offensive efficiency.
Beard remained the centerpiece of Washington’s offense, carrying a heavy creation load while still guarding elite perimeter scorers. Even during the club’s turbulent coaching change, teammates and staff continued to lean on her leadership and late-game shot creation. (washingtonpost.com)
WNBA All-Star (2007), All-WNBA Second Team (2007)
DeLisha Milton-Jones
Starter/Star [1.1]
33.6
High [1.2]
13.4
6.4
1.6
2.6
63.89
Milton-Jones filled a versatile frontcourt role, defending multiple positions while stretching the floor despite an inconsistent shooting year. Coverage consistently highlighted her rebounding and willingness to absorb difficult defensive assignments as Washington reshaped its roster. (washingtonpost.com)
WNBA All-Star (2007)
Nakia Sanford
Starter/Star [1.1]
29.2
Medium [1.1]
11.0
7.1
0.7
1.6
49.25
Sanford emerged as one of the team’s emotional anchors, supplying relentless rebounding and interior defense while taking on a larger offensive role. Interim coach Tree Rollins repeatedly praised the energy she brought to Washington’s defensive identity. (washingtonpost.com)
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Monique Currie
Key Contributor [1.05]
24.9
Medium [1.1]
10.5
3.9
1.7
0.9
39.65
Acquired early in the season, Currie immediately added athletic scoring on the wing and gave Washington another reliable slasher beside Beard. Local reporting noted how quickly she adapted after the trade and became a regular closing-lineup option. (washingtonpost.com)
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Chasity Melvin
Starter/Star [1.1]
27.3
Medium [1.1]
11.3
6.7
0.0
2.0
48.16
Melvin opened the season as Washington’s starting center before being dealt to Chicago. Her physical post play and rebounding remained valued, but the Mystics ultimately chose to add wing scoring through the Currie trade after their slow start.
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Nikki Teasley
Starter/Star [1.1]
22.6
Medium [1.1]
5.2
2.2
3.3
0.9
28.31
Teasley functioned primarily as the floor general, organizing the offense and looking to create easier opportunities for Beard and the forwards. Her scoring dipped, but her playmaking responsibilities remained central whenever she was healthy.
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Tamara James
Bench [1.0]
12.9
Low [1.0]
5.4
1.6
1.1
0.9
18.00
James showed flashes as an attacking reserve wing, bringing athleticism and transition energy off the bench. Independent coverage generally framed her season as an important developmental step rather than a finished product.
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Coco Miller
Bench [1.0]
15.2
Low [1.0]
4.0
1.6
0.8
0.7
14.20
Miller continued to provide energetic reserve minutes, helping maintain defensive intensity and ball movement with the second unit. Her role remained complementary rather than possession-heavy.
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Bernice Mosby
Bench [1.0]
10.0
Low [1.0]
3.0
2.8
0.4
0.5
13.40
Mosby contributed depth in the frontcourt with active rebounding and interior effort. Contemporary reporting on her individual season was limited because she remained a reserve throughout the year.
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Nikki Blue
Bench [1.0]
14.0
Low [1.0]
3.6
2.1
1.6
0.9
16.40
Blue handled backup point guard duties, bringing defensive pressure and steady ball handling in short stretches. Her minutes increased as Washington searched for consistency in the backcourt.
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Gillian Goring
Bench [1.0]
7.4
Low [1.0]
2.6
2.0
0.1
0.8
11.00
Goring filled a reserve interior role, supplying hustle plays and physical minutes when called upon. Independent reporting specific to her season remained limited because of her modest role.
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Stacey Lovelace
Bench [1.0]
11.7
Low [1.0]
2.7
1.4
0.2
0.4
9.40
Lovelace was used as veteran wing depth, offering defensive versatility and occasional perimeter shooting. Her opportunities fluctuated as Washington adjusted its rotation after the early-season trade.
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Laurie Koehn
Bench [1.0]
3.9
Low [1.0]
1.4
0.3
0.2
0.0
3.80
Koehn’s primary job remained floor spacing as a situational three-point specialist. Independent coverage of her season was limited because she saw only brief appearances.
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Yelena Leuchanka
Bench [1.0]
4.8
Low [1.0]
0.7
0.5
0.5
0.3
4.00
Leuchanka appeared only sparingly while adapting to the WNBA. Contemporary independent reporting on her rookie campaign was limited due to her limited minutes.
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Crystal Robinson
Bench [1.0]
22.0
Low [1.0]
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.5
9.00
Robinson’s season was cut short, limiting her overall impact. When available, she provided veteran defensive communication and leadership more than offensive production. (washingtonpost.com)
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WASHINGTON MYSTICS TOTALS
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94.6
44.8
18.0
15.2
404.56
Washington finished 16–18, narrowly missing the 2007 WNBA Playoffs after a season marked by a coaching change, the Chasity Melvin–Monique Currie trade, and another All-Star campaign from Alana Beard.
