The WNBA delivered an exciting slate of games today, highlighted by the New York Liberty’s 83-81 win over the Connecticut Sun. Sabrina Ionescu led the Liberty with 23 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists, including a crucial late-game three-pointer that sealed the victory. The Sun, led by DeWanna Bonner’s 27 points and Alyssa Thomas’s 17 points, 13 rebounds, and 9 assists, pushed the Liberty to the limit, but ultimately fell short as the Liberty made a decisive defensive stop in the final seconds. The back-and-forth contest featured multiple lead changes in the fourth quarter, showcasing the teams’ resilience and competitive spirit.

In other action, the Las Vegas Aces dominated the Phoenix Mercury 96-77, with A’ja Wilson scoring 24 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. Kelsey Plum added 18 points for the Aces, who remain a top contender in the Western Conference. Brittney Griner led the Mercury with 16 points and 6 blocks, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Aces’ potent offense.

The Minnesota Lynx pulled off an upset, defeating the Dallas Wings 78-72 behind Napheesa Collier’s 20 points and 8 rebounds. The Lynx’s strong defensive performance was key to the win, as they limited the Wings’ high-powered offense and forced crucial turnovers. Satou Sabally scored 21 points for Dallas, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Minnesota’s collective effort.

In a closely contested game, the Washington Mystics edged the Los Angeles Sparks 87-84. Natasha Cloud led the Mystics with 21 points and 8 assists, while Lexie Brown scored 22 points for the Sparks. The Sparks’ inability to close out the game down the stretch exposed their ongoing consistency issues.

The day’s games showcased the WNBA’s incredible talent and competitiveness, with several teams vying for playoff positioning as the regular season progresses. The ongoing storylines surrounding player performance and team dynamics continue to draw attention to the league, and fans are eagerly anticipating the continued drama and excitement as the championship chase heats up.