The Washington Mystics have announced a venue change for their game against the Indiana Fever on June 7, moving it from the Entertainment and Sports Arena to Capital One Arena. The game, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET, will be broadcasted on ION (WPXW-TV in the DMV).
The switch in location is notable because it marks Fever guard Caitlin Clark’s first professional game in D.C. as the top pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft. Anticipated attendance leans towards Clark’s supporters and fans of her alma mater, the Iowa Hawkeyes, despite the Mystics’ recent WNBA championship win in 2019.
This relocation underscores the need for a larger permanent venue for the Mystics, echoing previous discussions around Monumental Sports & Entertainment’s teams considering moves like the Wizards and Capitals to Alexandria. While this game at Capital One Arena accommodates the demand, questions arise about whether the Mystics deserve a larger home for all their games.
Further details regarding ticket sales have been provided. Those holding tickets for the original ESA game will receive equivalent seating at Capital One Arena. General ticket sales will commence on April 23 at 10 a.m. ET, with expectations for season ticket holders to have priority access to additional tickets prior to this date.
