Howard leads Atlanta against Washington after 36-point performance

Howard leads Atlanta against Washington after 36-point performance

Atlanta Dream (7-3, 4-3 Eastern Conference) at Washington Mystics (4-6, 4-3 Eastern Conference)

The Washington Mystics want to play fast on offense. Is it working?

Since he was introduced as the Washington Mystics’ head coach in February, Sydney Johnson has emphasized playing fast offensively. In his system, players are looking to get a good shot within the first eight seconds of a possession. That requires pushing the ball in transition, spacing the floor well and making quick decisions. The Mystics are the youngest team in the WNBA, so running the floor hard and wearing down opponents can help them succe…