SEATTLE (Interstat) — Shakira Austin recorded 18 points, 13 rebounds and five assists to lead the Washington Mystics past the Seattle Storm 78-64 on Wednesday night at Key Arena before 9,202 fans.

Washington seized control early, scoring 28 points in the first quarter while limiting Seattle to 20. The Mystics extended their lead in the second quarter, outscoring the Storm 20-9, and took a 48-29 advantage into halftime. Seattle trimmed the margin in the second half but never threatened.

Michaela Onyenwere added 14 points and Kiki Iriafen contributed 13 points and nine rebounds for Washington, which improved to 3-3.

Jade Melbourne led Seattle with 15 points and three assists. Mackenzie Holmes posted eight points and 10 rebounds for the Storm, who fell to 3-5.

Washington shot 28 of 66 from the field, 7 of 21 from 3-point range and 15 of 16 from the free-throw line. Seattle shot 22 of 63, 5 of 23 from deep and 15 of 19 on free throws. The Mystics committed 12 turnovers, one more than the Storm.