Nigerian-Born Kiki Iriafen makes WNBA history as Washington Mystics beat Dallas Wings
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Nigerian-born basketball sensation Kiki Iriafen delivered a career-defining performance for the Washington Mystics to a commanding 91-78 victory over the Dallas Wings.
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The WNBA game showcased Iriafen dominance as a first year player.
Kiki Iriafen makes WNBA history
Iriafen, who hails from Los Angeles but proudly represents her Nigerian roots since drafted to the WNBA.
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She provided 23 points, 10 rebounds on 9/14 shots in 23 minutes played.
This standout performance surpassed her previous career high in scoring.
Kiki Iriafen was cookin' as she lead the @WashMystics to victory over the Wings, 91-78 🙌
— WNBA (@WNBA) August 10, 2025
Kiki set a career high in points with 23 and 10 rebounds! #WelcometotheW | WNBA Rival Week presented by @Ally pic.twitter.com/UUwoiyvnyS
She joins Sonia Citron as one of only two rookies to record multiple 20/10 games.
Citron was also massive as the Rookie had 18 points, six assists and five rebounds.
Iriafen made franchise history by becoming the first rookie in Mystics history to record 250+ rebounds in a season.
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With nine double-doubles already in her rookie campaign, her impact to the Mystics is undeniable.
Iriafen born in America is eligible to play for the Nigeria's D'Tigress who just won the FIBA Afrobasket title.
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