Shakira Austin

25-Year-Old CenterC

Washington Mystics WNBA

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Injury Knee

Est. Return 6/17/2026

2026 Stats

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14.5

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8.3

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3.0

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0.7

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1.3

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2026 Fantasy Outlook

After a promising rookie season in 2022, Austin struggled mightily with injuries in 2023 and 2024, totaling only 31 appearances in two seasons. However, she bounced back in 2025, making a career-high 38 appearances, posting her best season-long averages in points (12.7), assists (1.8), steals (1.1) and blocks (1.1) per game. When healthy, Austin has always been a force in fantasy, but her availability has been far from a guarantee. With a full offseason under her belt, expectations are high for Austin, who'll play an integral part for a Mystics team looking to compete in 2026 after strong rookie seasons from Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen. Despite not shooting a ton of three-pointers, Austin is a high-upside player who'll likely be taken early in fantasy, but she'll be a risky pick on draft day. Read Past Outlooks

Height 6'5"

DOB 7/25/2000

College Mississippi

Questionable for Wednesday

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June 16, 2026

Austin (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Sun.

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Austin is in danger of missing her first contest of the year Wednesday due to knee soreness. If the star center is unable to play, Lauren Betts could be thrust into a featured role in the frontcourt and see a large boost in fantasy value.

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Austin had an encouraging rookie year in 2022 while starting in 32 of 36 appearances, but she's struggled with injuries over the past two seasons, which has diminished her fantasy value. She underwent hip surgery in December of 2023, and although she was available for the start of the 2024 regular season, she struggled with hip and ankle issues throughout the year and usually had her playing time monitored when she was available. Despite her limited minutes, Austin put up strong fantasy production when on the court, averaging 11.8 points and 6.8 rebounds in 19.9 minutes per game over 12 appearances. She played in Unrivaled over the winter and should provide plenty of fantasy value if she's fully healthy for the WNBA season in 2025, especially since Elena Delle Donne seems unlikely to rejoin the team.

Austin underwent hip surgery at the beginning of December and was given a 4-to-6 month recovery timetable, putting her status for the start of 2024 in jeopardy. Even if she’s available right away, she may experience some limitations to avoid a potential setback. Despite battling the lingering issue during the 2023 campaign, Austin still averaged 10.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, 0.8 steals and 0.9 blocks across 19 appearances (17 starts). However, due to the missed time, she finished as the 89th player in fantasy as opposed to her 56th-place finish as a rookie, even though her averages were better in Year 2. Austin’s health is going to be the main factor when evaluating her fantasy value, but as long as she’s available, the third-year center has a chance to take a major leap in 2024.

Austin was the third overall pick in the 2022 WNBA Draft but flew under the radar compared to fellow rookies Rhyne Howard and NaLyssa Smith. However, Austin showed plenty of promise, appearing in every game last year and starting in 32 of her 36 outings. She faced some growing pains with inconsistent performances but was a solid source of points and rebounds, averaging 8.7 points and 6.5 rebounds in 21.6 minutes per game. The Mystics acquired Amanda Zahui B. during the offseason, but Austin's role in 2023 should remain secure, especially since Elizabeth Williams is now in Chicago. Austin's inconsistency may drive her down fantasy draft boards in 2023, but she certainly has upside if she can take a step forward during her sophomore season

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Good for eight points

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June 14, 2026

Austin provided eight points (3-12 FG, 2-4 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one block across 30 minutes during Sunday's 86-64 loss to the Liberty.

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Double-doubles in win

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June 12, 2026

Austin amassed 12 points (3-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists and two blocks across 32 minutes in Friday's 86-85 win over the Tempo.

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Nearly double-doubles

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June 9, 2026

Austin notched 10 points (4-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-4 FT), nine rebounds, four assists and one block across 34 minutes during Monday's 78-76 loss to the Fever.

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Returns to game Saturday

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June 6, 2026

Austin (face) returned in the third quarter of Saturday's game against the Dream, per the broadcast.

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Exits with potential injury

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June 6, 2026

Austin went to the bench in the third quarter of Saturday's game against the Dream with an apparent face injury, Meghan L. Hall of USA Today reports.

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