Connecticut Sun W vs Chicago Sky W — 87:81, NBA W
NBA W
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 • Mohegan Sun Arena
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut Sun W | 16 | 28 | 27 | 16 | 87 |
| Chicago Sky W | 8 | 21 | 24 | 28 | 81 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Connecticut Sun W | Chicago Sky W |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 30/70 | 30/72 |
| 3-Pointers | 7/20 | 6/29 |
| Free Throws | 20/27 | 15/18 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 34 |
| Assists | 21 | 23 |
| Steals | 7 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 9 |
Box Score
Top scorers
Connecticut Sun W
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | FG | 3PT | FT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennedy BurkeS | 32:52 | 19 | 5 | 1 | 6-13 | 1-6 | 6-7 |
| C. Leger-WalkerS | 29:28 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 1-9 | 0-3 | 2-2 |
| S. RiversS | 29:25 | 7 | 4 | 5 | 3-10 | 1-3 | 0-0 |
| D. MillerS | 27:23 | 21 | 5 | 3 | 6-11 | 4-5 | 5-6 |
| A. EdwardsS | 26:34 | 26 | 10 | 1 | 11-16 | 0-0 | 4-6 |
| R. Beers | 12:30 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0-2 | 0-0 | 1-4 |
| N. Angloma | 06:30 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1-1 | 0-0 | 2-2 |
| Totals | 82 | 34 | 18 | 28-62 | 6-17 | 20-27 |
Game Recap
The Connecticut Sun defeated the Chicago Sky 87-81, closing out a six-point win in a competitive WNBA matchup. Connecticut’s scoring balance and late-game execution helped offset Chicago’s efficient shooting, as the Sun found enough offense from multiple contributors to secure the result.
Key Takeaways
- →Chicago Sky W have a superior Net Rating (-6
- →The Chicago Sky W have a stronger offensive rating (ORtg 99
- →Both teams have equal rest and similar recent schedules, but Chicago Sky W has a slightly better offensive rating and net rating compared to Connecticut Sun W
- →Both teams are relatively evenly matched in terms of recent performance and rest, but the Chicago Sky W have a slight edge in offensive efficiency and overall power index
- →The Chicago Sky W have a slightly better offensive rating and net rating compared to the Connecticut Sun W, indicating a stronger overall performance