Game Recap
The Connecticut Sun ended their five-game losing streak with a 71-62 win over the Chicago Sky on Wednesday night. Leila Lacan scored 17 points in her sixth start this season, while Tina Charles added 15 points to help the Sun secure the victory.
Marina Mabrey also contributed 10 points for Connecticut, which improved to 5-11 at home with a record of 6-26.
Team Performance
Kamilla Cardoso led the Chicago Sky with 24 points, but it wasn’t enough to prevent the team’s 11th loss in 12 games. Elizabeth Williams had a double-double with 12 points and 15 rebounds, and Rachel Banham scored 10 points. The Sky’s struggles continued, dropping their record to 8-24.
Incident and Ejections
The game was marked by a heated incident in the second quarter, where Chicago’s Rebecca Allen and Connecticut’s Bria Hartley got into a shoving match. Both players were given technical fouls and ejected from the game. Additionally, the Sky’s Ariel Atkins received a technical foul and was also ejected for being an "escalator," according to referee Angelica Suffren. The incident led to a lengthy delay as officials reviewed the video footage.
Second-Half Struggles
The Chicago Sky faced further challenges in the second half, with only eight players available due to injuries. Angel Reese missed her sixth straight game with a back injury. Despite these setbacks, the Sky managed to mount a comeback in the fourth quarter, starting with an 11-0 run to get within single digits for the first time since the second quarter.
Turning Point
The Sun’s Tina Charles ended the team’s field-goal drought with a 3-pointer and followed it up with a jumper to give Connecticut a 65-56 lead. Although the Sky’s Elizabeth Williams converted a three-point play to pull within 67-62, the Sun responded with a three-point possession after Saniya Rivers was fouled in transition. Lacan’s layup helped seal the win for the Sun.
Conclusion
The Connecticut Sun’s win over the Chicago Sky marked a much-needed turnaround for the team, ending their five-game losing streak. With strong performances from Leila Lacan, Tina Charles, and Marina Mabrey, the Sun were able to overcome the Sky’s late comeback attempt and secure the 71-62 victory.
FAQs
Q: Who led the Connecticut Sun in scoring?
A: Leila Lacan scored 17 points to lead the Sun.
Q: What was the final score of the game?
A: The Connecticut Sun beat the Chicago Sky 71-62.
Q: Which players were ejected from the game?
A: Rebecca Allen, Bria Hartley, and Ariel Atkins were ejected due to a shoving incident and technical fouls.
Q: What was the record of the Connecticut Sun after the win?
A: The Sun improved to 6-26 overall and 5-11 at home.
