Sonia Citron may be a rookie, but she plays like a 10-year veteran.
Players around the league admire Citron’s poise on the court. Sabrina Ionescu called Citron one of her favorite rookies in this draft class and sees a lot of herself in her.
Last time they matched up, Sabrina Ionescu say Sonia Citron is one of her favorite players in this draft and has been really impressed at her game already. Also says she see herself in Sonia and is already playing like a seasoned vet. pic.twitter.com/iEcEmcHaek
— Mystics Lead (@MysticsLead) June 5, 2025
Citron’s Shooting
Always known for her shooting ability, Citron was hitting well above 50% from the field and 40% from three over the first five games of this season. As of June 19, Citron is shooting 47% from the field, 34.8% from 3-point range, and 85.7% from the free throw line.
These numbers remain very impressive for a rookie. The only WNBA player to have a 50-40-90 shooting season was Elena Delle Donne, who was a Washington Mystic when she achieved this feat in 2019.
EDD also won MVP and led the Mystics to a championship that season. Sonia Citron could become the first rookie and second player ever to accomplish it.
She is also the first rookie this season to score 100 points. Her teammate, Kiki Iriafen became the second rookie to join the 100-point club by rookies this season.
First rookie in the @WNBA to score 100 points, with a lot of season to go…
Sonia Citron is getting straight to business 💼 pic.twitter.com/wDNdY0M9tn
— Washington Mystics (@WashMystics) June 2, 2025
Additionally, Citron (13.4) and Iriafen (14.6) are among the top three rookie scorers in the league in points per game alongside Paige Bueckers (17.4).
This rookie duo isn’t lettin’ up 🔥
Kiki Iriafen and Sonia Citron become the first rookies since A’ja Wilson (2018) to open their careers with 8+ straight double-digit scoring games.
WNBA Commissioner’s Cup presented by @coinbase pic.twitter.com/2YLpvbiD0t
— WNBA (@WNBA) June 4, 2025
Clutch
Citron is also playing the second-most minutes per game for a rookie this season, at 31.4. Coach Sydney Johnson trusts the rookie down the stretch.
Citron has made good decisions, hitting clutch shots, and is willing to take on the tough assignments on defense.
Former coach at Notre Dame, Niele Ivey, thinks Citron can win Rookie of the Year. With her production, the third overall pick in the 2025 draft is showing that she should be in the conversation.
Playing amazing basketball and becoming a favorite amongst the Mystics fanbase, Citron has all the makings of a star.
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