Sun hosts Indiana with 1-0 series lead
3 months ago

Sun hosts Indiana with 1-0 series lead

Associated Press  

Indiana Fever at Connecticut Sun Uncasville, Connecticut; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Sun -7; over/under is 163.5 WNBA PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND: Sun lead series 1-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Connecticut Sun host the Indiana Fever in the first round of the WNBA playoffs with a 1-0 lead in the series. TOP PERFORMERS: Alyssa Thomas is scoring 10.6 points per game and averaging 8.4 rebounds for the Sun. LAST 10 GAMES: Sun: 6-4, averaging 80.4 points, 33.7 rebounds, 21.4 assists, 6.7 steals and 5.5 blocks per game while shooting 47.1% from the field. Fever: 5-5, averaging 90.4 points, 33.8 rebounds, 21.4 assists, 6.0 steals and 3.9 blocks per game while shooting 47.5% from the field.

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Haliburton and the Pacers take on conference foe Philadelphia
1 week, 5 days ago

Haliburton and the Pacers take on conference foe Philadelphia

Associated Press  

Indiana Pacers vs. Philadelphia 76ers Philadelphia; Friday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: 76ers -5.5; over/under is 224.5 BOTTOM LINE: Indiana visits Philadelphia in Eastern Conference action Friday. The 76ers average 11.5 made 3-pointers per game this season, 2.2 fewer makes per game than the Pacers give up. The Pacers average 12.4 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.4 fewer …

Miami (OH) faces Indiana after Suder’s 42-point game
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Miami (OH) faces Indiana after Suder’s 42-point game

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Miami RedHawks at Indiana Hoosiers Bloomington, Indiana; Friday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Miami visits Indiana after Peter Suder scored 42 points in Miami 's 73-60 win against the Air Force Falcons. Miami ranks ninth in the MAC with 7.0 offensive rebounds per game led …

Lynx top Sun 77-70 in Game 2 to even WNBA semifinals behind Collier’s supporting cast
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Lynx top Sun 77-70 in Game 2 to even WNBA semifinals behind Collier’s supporting cast

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Courtney Williams scored 17 points and Alanna Smith had 15 points to help the Lynx offset an off night for star Napheesa Collier and beat the Connecticut Sun 77-70 to even the best-of-five WNBA semifinal series at one game apiece on Tuesday. Williams had 11 points in the third for half of her team’s output, helping tilt the …

Sun take 1-0 lead into game 2 against the Lynx
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Sun take 1-0 lead into game 2 against the Lynx

Associated Press  

Connecticut Sun at Minnesota Lynx Minneapolis; Tuesday, 9:30 p.m. EDT WNBA PLAYOFFS SEMIFINALS: Sun lead series 1-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Connecticut Sun visit the Minnesota Lynx in the WNBA playoffs semifinals with a 1-0 lead in the series. Minnesota ranks third in the WNBA averaging 9.5 made 3-pointers per game while shooting 38.0% from downtown. LAST 10 GAMES: Lynx: 8-2, …

Washington closes out season with 92-91 win over Indiana as Clark, Fever attract record crowd
3 months ago

Washington closes out season with 92-91 win over Indiana as Clark, Fever attract record crowd

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Sika Kone scored a career-high 20 points and the Washington Mystics pulled out a 92-91 win over Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever on Thursday night before a record crowd of 20,711, the largest in WNBA history. The Mystics, who led by 16 points entering the fourth quarter, began the regular season finale with a shot at the …

Indiana visits Washington following Clark’s 35-point outing
3 months ago

Indiana visits Washington following Clark’s 35-point outing

Associated Press  

Indiana Fever at Washington Mystics Washington; Thursday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Indiana Fever visits the Washington Mystics after Caitlin Clark scored 35 points in the Fever’s 110-109 win against the Dallas Wings. Washington scores 79.0 points per game, 8.5 fewer points than the 87.5 Indiana allows. LAST 10 GAMES: Mystics: 6-4, averaging 78.9 points, 31.5 rebounds, 20.0 assists, 7.1 …

Banham leads Chicago against Connecticut after 22-point game
3 months ago

Banham leads Chicago against Connecticut after 22-point game

Associated Press  

Chicago Sky at Connecticut Sun Uncasville, Connecticut; Thursday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Chicago Sky faces the Connecticut Sun after Rachel Banham scored 22 points in the Sky’s 86-70 loss to the Atlanta Dream. Connecticut ranks seventh in the WNBA with 8.3 offensive rebounds per game led by Alyssa Thomas averaging 2.4 offensive boards. Chicago leads the Eastern Conference with …

Caitlin Clark scores career-high 35, Kelsey Mitchell adds 30 as Fever beat Wings 110-109
3 months, 1 week ago

Caitlin Clark scores career-high 35, Kelsey Mitchell adds 30 as Fever beat Wings 110-109

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Caitlin Clark scored a career-high 35 points with eight assists, Kelsey Mitchell added 30 points and the duo combined to hit 12 of Indiana’s 16 3-pointers to help the Fever beat the Dallas Wings 110-109 on Sunday. Teaira McCowan scored inside to cut the deficit to two, but Clark made back-to-back 3s and, after a transition take foul, …

Las Vegas plays Connecticut, aims for 25th win of season
3 months, 1 week ago

Las Vegas plays Connecticut, aims for 25th win of season

Associated Press  

Connecticut Sun at Las Vegas Aces Las Vegas; Sunday, 6 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Las Vegas Aces will look for its 25th win this season when the Aces host the Connecticut Sun. Las Vegas scores 86.2 points while outscoring opponents by 4.9 points per game. Las Vegas averages 9.2 made 3-pointers per game, 2.8 more made shots than the 6.4 …

Dallas faces Indiana on 15-game road skid
3 months, 1 week ago

Dallas faces Indiana on 15-game road skid

Associated Press  

Dallas Wings at Indiana Fever Indianapolis; Sunday, 3 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Dallas Wings will aim to break its 15-game road losing streak when the Wings take on Indiana Fever. Dallas averages 83.6 points per game, 3.4 fewer than the 87.0 Indiana gives up. LAST 10 GAMES: Fever: 6-4, averaging 88.2 points, 36.9 rebounds, 19.6 assists, 5.6 steals and 3.9 …

Brionna Jones scores 20, Marina Mabrey adds 19 as Sun beat Mercury 88-69
3 months, 1 week ago

Brionna Jones scores 20, Marina Mabrey adds 19 as Sun beat Mercury 88-69

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Brionna Jones scored 20 points on 10 of 16 shooting and grabbed nine rebounds, Marina Mabrey added 19 points and the Connecticut Sun beat the Phoenix Mercury 88-69 on Friday night. DeWanna Bonner scored 14 points, Harris had 12 and Alyssa Thomas finished with 11 assists to go with seven points for the Sun. Phoenix has lost six …

Connecticut faces Phoenix following Mabrey’s 26-point showing
3 months, 1 week ago

Connecticut faces Phoenix following Mabrey’s 26-point showing

Associated Press  

Connecticut Sun at Phoenix Mercury Phoenix; Friday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Connecticut Sun plays the Phoenix Mercury after Marina Mabrey scored 26 points in the Sun’s 86-66 victory against the Los Angeles Sparks. Connecticut ranks fourth in the WNBA scoring 38.5 points per game in the paint led by Brionna Jones averaging 9.6. LAST 10 GAMES: Mercury: 3-7, averaging …

A’ja Wilson becomes the WNBA’s single-season scoring leader, Aces beat Fever for 14th straight time
3 months, 1 week ago

A’ja Wilson becomes the WNBA’s single-season scoring leader, Aces beat Fever for 14th straight time

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — A’ja Wilson became the WNBA’s single-season scoring leader and finished with 27 points and 12 rebounds to help the Las Vegas Aces beat the Indiana Fever 86-75 on Wednesday night for their 14th straight win in the series. After Indiana got within 72-66, Wilson scored eight straight Las Vegas points in a two-minute span for an 80-71 lead …

Caitlin Clark left writhing in pain after taking elbow to the face as A'ja Wilson makes WNBA history in Aces win vs. Fever
3 months, 1 week ago

Caitlin Clark left writhing in pain after taking elbow to the face as A'ja Wilson makes WNBA history in Aces win vs. Fever

Daily Mail  

Caitlin Clark took a nasty blow to the face after a collision with Jackie Young during the Indiana Fever's 86-75 loss to the Las Vegas Aces on Wednesday night. The reigning WNBA Finals MVP broke the single-season scoring record with her 940th and 941st points on a jumper right before halftime. #WNBA #FeverRising pic.twitter.com/GdziNP72k7 — Ashwin September 12, 2024 A'ja …

Las Vegas visits Indiana following Boston’s 30-point game
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Las Vegas visits Indiana following Boston’s 30-point game

Associated Press  

Las Vegas Aces at Indiana Fever Indianapolis; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Indiana Fever plays the Las Vegas Aces after Aliyah Boston scored 30 points in the Indiana Fever’s 104-100 overtime win over the Atlanta Dream. Las Vegas averages 9.2 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.1 more makes per game than Indiana allows. LAST 10 GAMES: Fever: 8-2, …

Jones leads Connecticut against Los Angeles after 21-point showing
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jones leads Connecticut against Los Angeles after 21-point showing

Associated Press  

Connecticut Sun at Los Angeles Sparks Los Angeles; Tuesday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Connecticut Sun takes on the Los Angeles Sparks after Brionna Jones scored 21 points in the Sun’s 79-67 win against the Los Angeles Sparks. Los Angeles scores 78.6 points per game, 4.5 more points than the 74.1 Connecticut gives up. Connecticut averages 79.9 points per game, …

Alyssa Thomas has 12 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds as Sun beat Sparks 79-67
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Alyssa Thomas has 12 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds as Sun beat Sparks 79-67

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Brionna Jones scored 21 points and grabbed nine rebounds, DiJonai Carrington added 19 points and Alyssa Thomas recorded her third triple-double of the season Sunday night to help the Connecticut Sun beat the Los Angeles Sparks 79-67. DeWanna Bonner scored 14 points and Marina Mabrey added 10 for Connecticut, which had lost back-to-back games for the second …

Indiana plays Los Angeles following Mitchell’s 36-point showing
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Indiana plays Los Angeles following Mitchell’s 36-point showing

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Sparks at Indiana Fever Indianapolis; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Fever -12; over/under is 172 BOTTOM LINE: Indiana Fever plays the Los Angeles Sparks after Kelsey Mitchell scored 36 points in the Indiana Fever’s 100-93 victory over the Dallas Wings. Indiana scores 83.8 points per game, 2.4 fewer points than the 86.2 Los Angeles gives up. …

Washington plays Connecticut, aims for 4th straight victory
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Washington plays Connecticut, aims for 4th straight victory

Associated Press  

Connecticut Sun at Washington Mystics Washington; Saturday, 3 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Washington Mystics looks to keep its three-game win streak alive when the Mystics take on Connecticut Sun. Washington averages 9.4 made 3-pointers per game, 3.1 more made shots than the 6.3 per game Connecticut gives up. Connecticut averages 5.6 made 3-pointers per game this season, 2.4 fewer made …

Caitlin Clark sets WNBA rookie record for 3s as Fever beat Sun and snap 11-game skid in series
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark sets WNBA rookie record for 3s as Fever beat Sun and snap 11-game skid in series

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Kelsey Mitchell scored 23 points, Caitlin Clark had 19 points, five rebounds and five assists, and the Indiana Fever beat the Connecticut Sun 84-80 on Wednesday night to snap an 11-game losing streak in the series. The Fever have won four of five since returning from the WNBA’s Olympic break while the Sun saw their three-game winning streak …

Caitlin Clark makes WNBA rookie history again in Indiana Fever win over Connecticut Sun
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark makes WNBA rookie history again in Indiana Fever win over Connecticut Sun

CNN  

CNN — Caitlin Clark has made WNBA history once again, setting a record for the most three-pointers made by a rookie in a season during the Indiana Fever’s 84-80 win against the Connecticut Sun. The 22-year-old had 19 points, five rebounds and five assists as the Fever snapped an 11-game losing streak against the Sun – Indiana had lost all …

DeWanna Bonner scores 29, Marina Mabrey adds 17 as Sun rout Wings 109-91
4 months, 1 week ago

DeWanna Bonner scores 29, Marina Mabrey adds 17 as Sun rout Wings 109-91

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — DeWanna Bonner scored a season-high 29 points, Marina Mabrey added 17 points in her debut for Connecticut and the Sun beat the Dallas Wings 109-91 Friday night in the return to action for both teams after a monthlong break for the Paris Olympics. Alyssa Thomas had 12 points, 14 assists and eight rebounds for Connecticut while Tyasha …

Clark, Reese and Brink have already been a huge boon for WNBA with high attendance and ratings
7 months ago

Clark, Reese and Brink have already been a huge boon for WNBA with high attendance and ratings

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Fueled by its sensational rookie class of Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Cameron Brink, the WNBA had a huge first week in terms of attendance, ratings and digital media. ESPN’s broadcast of Clark’s opening night game when the Indiana Fever played the Connecticut Sun had the highest viewership for a WNBA game on the network. “That’s viewership …

Caitlin Clark overcomes injury, but Harris shines late to give Sun 88-84 win over winless Fever
7 months ago

Caitlin Clark overcomes injury, but Harris shines late to give Sun 88-84 win over winless Fever

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark showed her persistence Monday night. Tyasha Harris scored 13 of Connecticut’s final 18 points Monday night, including two free throws with 10.9 seconds left and the game tied, to give the Connecticut Sun an 88-84 victory over still winless Indiana. “We’ve played the top teams in the league and we were right there …

Caitlin Clark finishes with 20 points as Indiana falls to Connecticut in WNBA opener
7 months, 1 week ago

Caitlin Clark finishes with 20 points as Indiana falls to Connecticut in WNBA opener

Hindustan Times  

UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Caitlin Clark struggled early in her WNBA debut before finishing with 20 points as the Indiana Fever fell to the Connecticut Sun 92-71 on Tuesday night. She later added two free throws and hit a 3-pointer with 29.9 seconds left in the first half to finish the opening 20 minutes with seven points, hitting two of her …

Caitlin Clark finishes with 20 points and 10 turnovers as Fever fall to Connecticut in WNBA opener
7 months, 1 week ago

Caitlin Clark finishes with 20 points and 10 turnovers as Fever fall to Connecticut in WNBA opener

Associated Press  

UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Caitlin Clark struggled early in her WNBA debut before finishing with 20 points and 10 turnovers as the Indiana Fever fell to the Connecticut Sun 92-71 on Tuesday night. AP AUDIO: Caitlin Clark finishes with 20 points and 10 turnovers as Fever fall to Connecticut in WNBA opener The WNBA’s top draw is off to a mediocre …

Caitlin Clark's impact on the WNBA evident, even as a much-anticipated debut ended in a loss
7 months, 1 week ago

Caitlin Clark's impact on the WNBA evident, even as a much-anticipated debut ended in a loss

ABC  

In short: Caitlin Clark notched up 20 points, 10 turnovers and three assists in her WNBA debut for the Indiana Fever. Caitlin Clark notched up 20 points, 10 turnovers and three assists in her WNBA debut for the Indiana Fever. The WNBA has been experiencing unprecedented popularity in recent months ahead of Clark's much-anticipated debut for the Indiana Fever, after …

Indiana looks to close out series in game 6
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Indiana looks to close out series in game 6

Associated Press  

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Indiana Pacers Indianapolis; Thursday, 6:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Pacers -8.5; over/under is 215.5 EASTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Pacers lead series 3-2 BOTTOM LINE: The Indiana Pacers look to clinch the Eastern Conference first round over the Milwaukee Bucks in game six. The Bucks average 119.0 points per game, 1.2 fewer than the 120.2 the Pacers …

Dallas visits Connecticut following Thomas’ 26-point game
1 year, 4 months ago

Dallas visits Connecticut following Thomas’ 26-point game

Associated Press  

Dallas Wings at Connecticut Sun Uncasville, Connecticut; Friday, 7 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK WNBA LINE: Sun -4.5; over/under is 168.5 BOTTOM LINE: Connecticut plays the Dallas Wings after Alyssa Thomas scored 26 points in the Connecticut Sun’s 91-81 loss to the Dallas Wings. Connecticut ranks seventh in the WNBA with 25.4 defensive rebounds per game led by Thomas averaging 8.0. …

Indiana takes on Minnesota, aims to end 3-game skid
1 year, 4 months ago

Indiana takes on Minnesota, aims to end 3-game skid

Associated Press  

Minnesota Lynx at Indiana Fever Indianapolis; Thursday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Indiana heads into the matchup with Minnesota as losers of three straight games. Indiana is second in the WNBA with 9.0 offensive rebounds per game led by Aliyah Boston averaging 3.0 offensive boards. Collier is scoring 21.6 points per game and averaging 7.9 rebounds for the Lynx. LAST …

Resilient Sun to face 5th WNBA playoff elimination game
2 years, 3 months ago

Resilient Sun to face 5th WNBA playoff elimination game

Associated Press  

UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Four times Connecticut has faced elimination this year in the WNBA playoffs and four times the Sun have responded with a convincing win to stay alive. “If you could encapsulate Connecticut, it’s physical, and very resilient,” Aces coach Becky Hammon said. “They’re physical, and they’re resilient, and they have a kind of a battle-type mentality.” The Sun …

Las Vegas Aces beat Connecticut Sun 85-71, take 2-0 series lead in WNBA Finals
2 years, 3 months ago

Las Vegas Aces beat Connecticut Sun 85-71, take 2-0 series lead in WNBA Finals

The Hindu  

A’ja Wilson had 26 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Las Vegas Aces to an 85-71 victory over the Connecticut Sun on Tuesday night in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals. Looking to establish an offensive presence early, both teams pushed the pace early, trading buckets to a 10-10 tie until the Aces seized momentum and used an 11-4 …

WNBA semis: Bonner scores 15 as Sun beats Sky in Game 1
2 years, 3 months ago

WNBA semis: Bonner scores 15 as Sun beats Sky in Game 1

The Hindu  

Connecticut Sun coach Curt Miller knows his team won’t be able beat the defending WNBA champions on style points or offensive prowess alone. But we have to make it messy.” DeWanna Bonner had 15 points and nine rebounds to lead the Sun to a 68-63 win over Sky in Game 1 of their WNBA semifinals series on Sunday night. We’ve …

WNBA: Sun beats Mercury for 12th straight win and takes No. 1 seed
3 years, 3 months ago

WNBA: Sun beats Mercury for 12th straight win and takes No. 1 seed

The Hindu  

Jasmine Thomas scored 17 points and Jonquel Jones had a double-double as the visiting Connecticut Sun clinched the No. Bonner's two free throws increased the lead to 64-57 and the Mercury didn't get any closer than five points the rest of the way. The Mercury led by four points four times during the first quarter, but Thomas scored five points …

Sun top Mercury, clinch top seed in WNBA playoffs
3 years, 3 months ago

Sun top Mercury, clinch top seed in WNBA playoffs

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Jasmine Thomas scored 17 points, Jonquel Jones added 12 points and 16 rebounds and Connecticut beat the Phoenix Mercury 76-67 on Saturday night to clinch the No. Brittney Griner made a short jumper to pull the Mercury within two early in the fourth quarter but Natasha Heideman answered with a 3-pointer to spark an 11-4 run capped when …

Sun beat Mercury 76-67, clinch No. 1 seed in playoffs
3 years, 3 months ago

Sun beat Mercury 76-67, clinch No. 1 seed in playoffs

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Jasmine Thomas scored 17 points, Jonquel Jones added 12 points and 16 rebounds and Connecticut beat the Phoenix Mercury 76-67 on Saturday night to clinch the No. Brittney Griner made a short jumper to pull the Mercury within two early in the fourth quarter but Natasha Heideman answered with a 3-pointer to spark an 11-4 run capped when …

WNBA: Sun topples Fever behind Brionna Jones’ 34 points
3 years, 5 months ago

WNBA: Sun topples Fever behind Brionna Jones’ 34 points

The Hindu  

Brionna Jones scored a career-high 34 points on Thursday night as the Connecticut Sun won its fourth straight game, easing past the Indiana Fever 86-80 in Indianapolis. Kelsey Mitchell scored 21 points for Indiana and Tiffany Mitchell added 18,but their efforts weren't enough to keep the Fever from dropping its 12th straight game and falling to a league-worst 1-16. READ: …

WNBA: Liberty overcomes 22 turnovers to beat Sky
3 years, 7 months ago

WNBA: Liberty overcomes 22 turnovers to beat Sky

The Hindu  

Betnijah Laney scored 20 points, Sabrina Ionescu had 19 points and 12 assists and New York Liberty overcame 22 turnovers to beat Chicago Sky 93-85 on Sunday. Rebecca Allen scored 13 points, Natasha Howard had 12, Sami Whitcomb added 11, and Michaela Onyenwere 10 for the Liberty. SUN 72, ACES 65 DeWanna Bonner scored 22 points, hitting a 3-pointer in …

WNBA: DeWanna Bonner helps Sun beat Mercury, Liberty does the double on Fever
3 years, 7 months ago

WNBA: DeWanna Bonner helps Sun beat Mercury, Liberty does the double on Fever

The Hindu  

DeWanna Bonner scored 27 points against her former team to help the Connecticut Sun hold off the Phoenix Mercury 86-78 on Sunday night. Bonner, who played her first nine WNBA seasons with Phoenix, made a 3-pointer with 2:27 left to give Connecticut the lead for good at 76-73, sparking a 7-0 run. The Mercury cut it to three, but the …

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