Washington Mystics General Manger Angela Taylor announced yesterday that the team had acquired Guard Lindsey Harding, the Minnesota Lynx 2009 second round pick (23rd overall) and 2010 second round pick in exchange for Washington's 2009 first round pick (ninth overall) and second round pick (15th overall). "We are thrilled to add Lindsey Harding to the Mystics roster. She is a quality, starting point guard who has played at a high level her entire career. Lindsey has unmatched speed and loves to play in an up-tempo system," said Taylor. "She will make an immediate impact in Washington by bringing solid leadership qualities and a desire to win a championship."
Harding was the number one overall pick in the 2007 WNBA draft. She was considered the leading candidate for rookie of the year prior to suffering a torn ACL. She appeared in 20 games during her rookie season and recorded 11.7 points per game, 4.4 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game and was named to the WNBA's All-Rookie team. Last season, Harding scored 6.8 points per game, 2.3 rebounds per game and 3.2 assists per game.
"I am really excited to be a part of the Mystics organization and am ready to contribute in any way I can. I look forward to this season and to helping the Mystics take that next step towards a championship," said Harding.
A graduate of Duke University, Harding earned various accolades including the 2007 Naismith Player of the Year, the 2006 and 2007 ACC Defensive Player of the Year and the 2007 Frances Pomeroy Award.
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