Alright, First up, it's the Portland Fire traveling to take on the Connecticut Sun at 11:00 AM ET. The Fire have been a surprise package so far this season, boasting an impressive offense that ranks third in points per game. But they'll face a stern test against the Sun, who are yet to drop a home game this season and boast one of the league's stingiest defenses.
In the evening, we've got the Washington Mystics heading north to face the Toronto Tempo (7:00 PM ET). The Mystics have been a rollercoaster ride so far, with their offense struggling to find consistency. Meanwhile, the Tempo have been solid, with their defense keeping them in games and their stars delivering when it matters most. This one promises to be a tight affair, with both teams eager to prove they're contenders for the title.
So, buckle up, folks. We've got two cracking games on tap, and it's time to see which teams can rise to the occasion.
Today's WNBA Slate
- Portland Fire @ Connecticut Sun (11:00 AM ET)
- Washington Mystics @ Toronto Tempo (7:00 PM ET)
Matchup Breakdown
Portland Fire @ Connecticut Sun — 11:00 AM ET
The Portland Fire head to Connecticut with a chance to prove they're more than just an offensive powerhouse, facing off against a Sun team that's yet to lose at home this season. Meanwhile, the Sun will be eager to show they can handle a top-scoring offense and secure another victory in front of their home crowd.
H2H LAST 2 (Portland Fire vs Connecticut Sun)Connecticut Sun 0-2 | Avg margin: -5.5
May 27: L @ Portland Fire 61-71 (-10) | May 18: L @ Portland Fire 82-83 (-1)
CONNECTICUT SUN LAST 52-3 | Avg score: 77-79 | Avg margin: -2.4
Jul 10: L vs Golden State Valkyries 64-79 (-15) | Jul 08: L vs Minnesota Lynx 80-86 (-6) | Jul 06: W @ Minnesota Lynx 90-89 (+1) | Jul 02: L vs Dallas Wings 83-86 (-3) | Jun 26: W vs Washington Mystics 68-57 (+11)
PORTLAND FIRE LAST 52-3 | Avg score: 95-100 | Avg margin: -4.8
Jul 11: W @ Atlanta Dream 102-92 (+10) | Jul 09: L vs Las Vegas Aces 80-88 (-8) | Jul 04: W @ Seattle Storm 77-72 (+5) | Jun 28: L @ Washington Mystics 123-124 (-1) | Jun 26: L @ Chicago Sky 94-124 (-30)
CONNECTICUT SUN RECENT STATS83.2 PPG (L10) | 84.0 allowed (L10) | -0.8 diff | 3-7 L10
PORTLAND FIRE RECENT STATS89.5 PPG (L10) | 98.5 allowed (L10) | -9.0 diff | 4-6 L10
INJURIES — Connecticut SunSaniya Rivers (Out — Sprain, return: 2026-07-17); Aneesah Morrow (Out — injury, return: 2026-07-17)
INJURIES — Portland FireSania Feagin (Out — injury, return: 2027-05-01)
RANKINGS (last 10g)Connecticut Sun: #14, score: 21.7, L10: 3-7, ATS: 60% | Portland Fire: #8, score: 28.1, L10: 4-6, ATS: 60%
CONNECTICUT SUN KEY PLAYERS (last 5g avg):
Leila Lacan: 13.2 pts | 2.6 reb | 5.0 ast | +/-: +0.4
Olivia Nelson-Ododa: 11.8 pts | 7.6 reb | 2.6 ast | +/-: +1.2
Brittney Griner: 10.4 pts | 4.6 reb | 1.2 ast | +/-: +4.4
Charlisse Leger-Walker: 9.4 pts | 2.8 reb | 3.2 ast | +/-: +0.0
PORTLAND FIRE KEY PLAYERS (last 5g avg):
Carla Leite: 19.2 pts | 3.2 reb | 6.4 ast | +/-: -2.4
Bridget Carleton: 14.2 pts | 4.6 reb | 2.4 ast | +/-: -1.6
Megan Gustafson: 14.2 pts | 4.4 reb | 2.2 ast | +/-: -3.4
Sarah Ashlee Barker: 12.0 pts | 5.2 reb | 2.5 ast | +/-: -8.0
Washington Mystics @ Toronto Tempo — 7:00 PM ET
In Toronto, the Mystics face a tight test against the Tempo, with both teams looking for momentum after recent struggles. The Mystics' inconsistent offense will go head-to-head with the Tempo's stingy defense, making for an intriguing matchup that could swing either way.
H2H LAST 2 (Washington Mystics vs Toronto Tempo)Toronto Tempo 0-2 | Avg margin: -2.0
Jun 12: L @ Washington Mystics 85-86 (-1) | May 08: L vs Washington Mystics 65-68 (-3)
TORONTO TEMPO LAST 51-4 | Avg score: 84-92 | Avg margin: -8.2
Jul 12: W vs New York Liberty 93-91 (+2) | Jul 10: L vs Dallas Wings 95-108 (-13) | Jul 08: L vs Golden State Valkyries 75-83 (-8) | Jul 05: L vs Dallas Wings 76-89 (-13) | Jun 27: L vs Phoenix Mercury 80-89 (-9)
WASHINGTON MYSTICS LAST 53-2 | Avg score: 79-82 | Avg margin: -2.6
Jul 12: W vs Seattle Storm 84-79 (+5) | Jul 06: L vs Golden State Valkyries 49-62 (-13) | Jul 02: W vs Atlanta Dream 81-76 (+5) | Jun 28: W vs Portland Fire 124-123 (+1) | Jun 26: L @ Connecticut Sun 57-68 (-11)
TORONTO TEMPO RECENT STATS90.0 PPG (L10) | 96.3 allowed (L10) | -6.3 diff | 3-7 L10
WASHINGTON MYSTICS RECENT STATS79.3 PPG (L10) | 81.5 allowed (L10) | -2.2 diff | 6-4 L10
INJURIES — Toronto TempoBrittney Sykes (Out — injury, return: 2026-07-20); Kiki Rice (Out — Sprain, return: 2026-07-20)
INJURIES — Washington MysticsNone listed
RANKINGS (last 10g)Toronto Tempo: #13, score: 22.4, L10: 3-7, ATS: 50% | Washington Mystics: #6, score: 45.3, L10: 6-4, ATS: 50%
TORONTO TEMPO KEY PLAYERS (last 5g avg):
Marina Mabrey: 18.8 pts | 2.8 reb | 3.0 ast | +/-: -4.8
Isabelle Harrison: 15.2 pts | 7.0 reb | 0.8 ast | +/-: -12.0
Laura Juskaite: 11.2 pts | 3.2 reb | 1.8 ast | +/-: +3.0
Maria Conde: 9.8 pts | 4.8 reb | 4.2 ast | +/-: -5.4
WASHINGTON MYSTICS KEY PLAYERS (last 5g avg):
Kiki Iriafen: 15.2 pts | 11.4 reb | 2.4 ast | +/-: +0.6
Shakira Austin: 14.8 pts | 10.0 reb | 2.6 ast | +/-: -3.0
Sonia Citron: 12.4 pts | 3.2 reb | 1.6 ast | +/-: +3.0
Michaela Onyenwere: 8.0 pts | 3.0 reb | 2.4 ast | +/-: -3.8
Final Word
As we wrap up today's WNBA action on this Tuesday, I can't help but feel a bit giddy about the Portland Fire @ Connecticut Sun matchup. The Fire have been an offensive powerhouse all season, but they've yet to face a defense as stingy as the Sun's at home. It'll be fascinating to see how they stack up against each other. Here's hoping for some high-scoring drama and a few unexpected twists along the way. Enjoy the games, folks!
