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Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
WNBA Announces A'ja Wilson History on Friday
WNBA Announces A'ja Wilson History on Friday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Las Vegas Aces got back to winning ways on Friday night following their 102-82 blowout loss to the Seattle Storm on Sunday. Advertisement The Aces got another strong performance from A'ja Wilson on Friday as they took down the Los Angeles Sparks, 96-81. The reigning WNBA MVP went off for a game-high 35 points on 12-of-18 shooting, to go along with 13 rebounds, six assists, three steals, three blocks and one triple in 36 minutes of action. It was another stat-stuffing outing for Wilson, who once again made WNBA history with her incredible performance. The league quickly took to social media to announce three historic milestones for the six-time All-Star. Wilson became the first player in WNBA history to record at least 35 points, 10 rebounds, three steals, and three blocks in a single game. View the original article to see embedded media. On top of that Wilson also tied former MVP Tina Charles for the most 35-point, 10-rebound games in league history with nine. Advertisement She also tied Hall of Famer Sylvia Fowles for the No. 2 spot for most 20-point, 10-rebound games in the WNBA with 77. To say that it was a historic performance from Wilson would be a complete understatement. Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22)© Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images The Aces will need more of the same from Wilson, though, if they want to continue improving on their 3-2 record. Their next game is on Sunday in a road matchup against the 3-3 Seattle Storm. Wilson has been on a tear to start the new season, and Las Vegas will need her to keep her foot on the gas if they want to secure back-to-back wins come Sunday. Related: Angel Reese Reveals What She 'Hates' About A'ja Wilson Narrative This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 31, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Sun vs. Valkyries: Tickets, start time, TV channel, live streaming links
Sun vs. Valkyries: Tickets, start time, TV channel, live streaming links The Connecticut Sun (0-5) face off against the Golden State Valkyries (2-2) on July 27, 2025. The matchup airs on CBS Sports Network, NBCS-BOS, KPIX+, and KMAX 31. Buy tickets for this game on StubHub! Sun vs. Valkyries game information Date: Sunday, July 27, 2025 Sunday, July 27, 2025 Time: 1 p.m. ET 1 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: CBS Sports Network, NBCS-BOS, KPIX+, and KMAX 31 CBS Sports Network, NBCS-BOS, KPIX+, and KMAX 31 Live Stream: Watch this game on Paramount+ Watch this game on Paramount+ Location: Uncasville, Connecticut Uncasville, Connecticut Venue: Mohegan Sun Arena Mohegan Sun Arena Tickets: Buy tickets for this game on StubHub! Can't make the game in person? Watch the WNBA and more sports live on Fubo! (Regional restrictions may apply) Sun key players Tina Charles paces her team in both points (17) and rebounds (6.6) per contest, and also puts up 1.8 assists. At the other end, she delivers 1 steal and 0.4 blocked shots. Marina Mabrey is tops on the Sun at 3.2 assists per game, while also averaging 5.4 rebounds and 14.2 points. Olivia Nelson-Ododa averages 10.6 points, 6.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game, shooting 52.9% from the field. Bria Hartley is putting up 8.4 points, 3 assists and 1.4 rebounds per game. Saniya Rivers puts up 8 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists per contest. At the other end, they delivers 1.3 steals and 0.8 blocked shots. Buy tickets for this game on StubHub! Valkyries key players (2024 stats) Tiffany Hayes averaged 9.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game last season. Monique Billings pulled down 5.8 rebounds per game, while Julie Vanloo dished out 4.3 assists per contest. Vanloo knocked down 1.8 threes per game a season ago. Kayla Thornton and Billings were defensive standouts last season, with Thornton averaging 0.7 steals per game and Billings collecting 0.5 blocks per contest. Buy tickets for this game on StubHub! Watch the WNBA on Fubo!
NBC Sports
4 days ago
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Bueckers is triumphant in return to Connecticut, leading Wings past the Sun for 1st win of season
UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Paige Bueckers had a triumphant return to Connecticut by scoring a career-best 21 points as Dallas won its first game of the season, beating the Sun 109-87 on Tuesday night. Bueckers, the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft, shot 8 for 10 from the field and finished with seven assists and five rebounds. Bueckers remained perfect at Mohegan Sun Arena, where the Sun play their home games. She went 15-0 at the building in college while playing for UConn, including winning four Big East championships with the Huskies. Many of her former teammates were in attendance Tuesday night. She received a loud ovation from the sellout crowd when introduced before the game, and many fans were wearing her No. 5 jersey from UConn and Dallas. Bueckers got Dallas (1-4) going early with seven points and four assists in the opening quarter as she was aggressively attacking for baskets or finding opening teammates. Connecticut (0-5) led by one at the end of the first quarter, however, thanks to the play of Bria Hartley and Tina Charles. Dallas took over behind Bueckers in the second and led 56-42 at the half. Arike Ogunbowale took over in the third quarter, scoring 15 points in the period after having only two in the first half. She helped the Wings build their lead to 88-74 heading into the final period. Connecticut never threatened after that, and Bueckers left for good with just over four minutes left in the game. Tina Charles led the Sun with 27 points and Marina Mabrey added 19. The game also marked the return of former Sun players DiJonai Carrington and Ty Harris, who were traded to the Wings in the offseason. The two received a warm ovation from the crowd when they were introduced before the game and a welcome back video played on the scoreboard. Carrington finished with 16 points and Harris was scoreless, but had three assists.
Boston Globe
4 days ago
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Paige Bueckers is triumphant in return to Connecticut, leading Wings past Sun for first win of season
Bueckers remained perfect at Mohegan Sun Arena, where the Sun play their home games. She went 15-0 in the building in college while playing for UConn, including winning four Big East championships with the Huskies. Many of her former teammates were in attendance Tuesday night. She received a loud ovation from the sellout crowd when introduced before the game, and many fans were wearing her No. 5 jersey from UConn and Dallas. Paige BUCKETS was in her bag tonight 🫡 Bueckers completed the game with a new career-high of 21 PTS and added in 5 REB, 7 AST to help uplift the — WNBA (@WNBA) Bueckers got Dallas (1-4) going early with seven points and four assists in the opening quarter as she was aggressively attacking for baskets or finding opening teammates. Connecticut (0-5) led by one at the end of the first quarter, however, thanks to the play of Bria Hartley and Tina Charles. Dallas took over behind Bueckers in the second and led 56-42 at the half. Advertisement Arike Ogunbowale took over in the third quarter, scoring 15 points in the period after having only two in the first half. She helped the Wings build their lead to 88-74 heading into the final period. Connecticut never threatened after that, and Bueckers left for good with just over four minutes left in the game. Tina Charles led the Sun with 27 points and Marina Mabrey added 19. Advertisement Connecticut's Saniya Rivers drives past former Sun player DiJonai Carrington (21) during Tuesday's night's showdown in Uncasville, Conn. Sarah Gordon/Associated Press The game also marked the return of former Sun players DiJonai Carrington and Ty Harris, who were traded to the Wings in the offseason. The two received a warm ovation from the crowd when they were introduced before the game and a welcome back video played on the scoreboard. Carrington finished with 16 points and Harris was scoreless, but had three assists. Lots of reunions at Mohegan Sun 🤩 Former college and pro teammates sharing the love post-game after the Wings and Sun matchup! — WNBA (@WNBA)
San Francisco Chronicle
4 days ago
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
Bueckers is triumphant in return to Connecticut, leading Wings past the Sun for 1st win of season
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — Paige Bueckers had a triumphant return to Connecticut by scoring a career-best 21 points as Dallas won its first game of the season, beating the Sun 109-87 on Tuesday night. Bueckers, the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft, shot 8 for 10 from the field and finished with seven assists and five rebounds. Bueckers remained perfect at Mohegan Sun Arena, where the Sun play their home games. She went 15-0 at the building in college while playing for UConn, including winning four Big East championships with the Huskies. Many of her former teammates were in attendance Tuesday night. She received a loud ovation from the sellout crowd when introduced before the game, and many fans were wearing her No. 5 jersey from UConn and Dallas. Bueckers got Dallas (1-4) going early with seven points and four assists in the opening quarter as she was aggressively attacking for baskets or finding opening teammates. Connecticut (0-5) led by one at the end of the first quarter, however, thanks to the play of Bria Hartley and Tina Charles. Dallas took over behind Bueckers in the second and led 56-42 at the half. Arike Ogunbowale took over in the third quarter, scoring 15 points in the period after having only two in the first half. She helped the Wings build their lead to 88-74 heading into the final period. Connecticut never threatened after that, and Bueckers left for good with just over four minutes left in the game. Tina Charles led the Sun with 27 points and Marina Mabrey added 19. The game also marked the return of former Sun players DiJonai Carrington and Ty Harris, who were traded to the Wings in the offseason. The two received a warm ovation from the crowd when they were introduced before the game and a welcome back video played on the scoreboard. Carrington finished with 16 points and Harris was scoreless, but had three assists.
