Connecticut Sun vs Chicago Preview (Game #37)
Published on August 24, 2026 under Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Connecticut Sun News Release
Uncasville, CT - The Connecticut Sun (9-27) ends its series against the Chicago Sky (15-23) on Tuesday, August 25 inside Mohegan Sun Arena. Tipoff is set for 7:00pm ET and fans not making the trip to Uncasville can tune into the action on NBC Sports Boston.
Connecticut's last contest was a 77-68 road loss to the Los Angeles Sparks on August 22. The Sun had three players log double-digit outings with Saniya Rivers leading off the bench with 14 points. Leila Lacan and Kennedy Burke combined for 24 points with 13 and 11 points respectively. Raegan Beers led on the boards with seven rebounds, while Rivers and Burke snagged four steals apiece.
The Sky come into Mohegan Sun Arena following a 113-90 home loss to the Indiana Fever on August 23. Leading for Chicago was Natasha Cloud with 16 points and seven assists alongside Azura Stevens who recorded 14 points.
In the last matchup between the Sun and Sky was a 94-88 loss for Connecticut on July 30. Olivia Nelson-Ododa secured a double-double with 16 points and 11 rebounds while also collecting three blocks in the contest. For the Sky, Cardoso collected 26 points and six rebounds leading Chicago to victory.
Tuesday's game will also feature Marvel Night, inspired by the newest Spider-Man movie. Fans can enjoy web-slinging entertainment throughout the evening, including high-flying Spidey's at halftime. Fans are encouraged to wear or dress as their favorite Marvel character and join in the superhero-themed festivities. The night will also include a special Connecticut Sun Legends Honoring ceremony recognizing Tina Charles and her lasting impact on the franchise.
Established in 2003, the Connecticut Sun is a professional women's basketball team in the Women's National Basketball Association that takes residence at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT. Foradditionalinformation or topurchaseseason tickets, visitwww.connecticutsun.com.
Game Status Report:
Brittney Griner- QUESTIONABLE (Left Knee)
Olivia Nelson-Ododa - QUESTIONABLE (Right Knee)
Leila Lacan-NWT (Overseas Obligation)
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