Washington Mystics appoint Jamila Wideman as general manager and Sydney Johnson as head coach

The Washington Mystics have appointed Jamila Wideman as their new general manager and Sydney Johnson as head coach. Wideman previously worked at the NBA as senior vice president of player development, while Johnson was an assistant coach with the Chicago Sky. Wideman, a former WNBA player, aims to build a team that reflects core qualities like curiosity and humility. Johnson has a strong coaching background, including head coach roles at Princeton and Fairfield. They replace Mike and Eric Thibault after a challenging season where the Mystics finished 14-26 and missed the playoffs. This marks a significant shift for the franchise as they seek to improve.