Overview
- Washington Mystics center Shakira Austin underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum in her hip, with recovery expected to take four to six months.
- Austin's injury may cause her to miss the start of the 2024 WNBA season.
- Despite her injury, Austin had a successful season, averaging 10.0 points and 7.0 rebounds.
- Kristi Toliver, a former Mystics player, has been hired as an associate head coach by the Phoenix Mercury.
- Toliver, who tore her ACL in September, is likely to retire from playing due to WNBA rules that preclude players from also serving on coaching staffs.