1-on-1 with Matee Ajavon

WashingtonMystics.com: What�s been the biggest difference in your game this year compared to the previous three?

Matee Ajavon: I think I'm being a lot more aggressive, Coach Lacey has me out there, so I have to make a difference.

WM.com: How have you taken on being a veteran leader with such a young team?

MA: I have to, this is my fourth year and it's time to grow up. We have a lot of younger girls that are looking at us to help lead them.

WM.com: What are your thoughts on some of your new teammates such as Nicky (Anosike) and Kelly (Miller)?

MA: I love all my teammates, everyone works hard and we're a pretty cohesive group.

WM.com: You�ve been able to create a lot of 3-point plays so far this season. Is that something you practice or does it just happen naturally?

MA: I'm just being aggressive and trying to get to the rim.

WM.com: Your offensive numbers have been impressive thus far, but how would you say your defense has been up to this point?

MA: I think my defense can be better. We are constantly working on our defense and we need to prevent teams from scoring over 65 points. We haven�t been successful thus far so we are continuing to work on it.

WM.com: Do you prefer running the point or playing off the ball as a 2 guard?

MA: Both, I can play both. I will do whatever I need to do to help my team win.

WM.com: If there is one part of your game in which you want to improve upon, what would that be?

MA: Every part. My leadership, my scoring ability, my defense. I am always trying to get better.

WM.com: With so many new faces on the Mystics this season, how has the team come together as a group?

MA: I think it�s easy because a lot of people have counted us out, so if we are not together then who will be there for us.