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Do the Mystics have a chance at acquiring Jewell Loyd?

Earlier this week, Annie Costabile of The Chicago Sun-Times reported that Seattle Storm guard Jewell Loyd requested a trade to another team. This came after Loyd reported to Storm management of workplace harassment by their coaching staff — and an external investigation found no official instances of bullying.

With a WNBA superstar guard now on the trade block, does it make sense to trade for Loyd if you are Mystics/Monumental Basketball President Michael Winger? For now, he is the one who has the final say, until the Mystics name someone to be the General Manager.

Why it makes sense for the Mystics to inquire for Loyd

Here’s why Winger and the Mystics should inquire for Loyd:

  • She’d be the team’s top offensive weapon — Last season, Loyd averaged 19.