A look into Wednesday night’s matchup between the Connecticut Sun and the Washington Mystics.
The Sun are home again to take on the Washington Mystics for the first time this season. The Sun lost their most recent game to the Indiana Fever, by a score of 85-75. A 25-point performance by Caitlin Clark and a double-double by Aliyah Boston couldn’t be stopped by Connecticut.
Key Game Details:
Location: Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, Connecticut
Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. ET
Local: NBC Sports Boston
National: WNBA League Pass
Connecticut Notes:
The Sun are looking for a win, as they are on a five-game losing streak.
Player to Watch:
Leïla Lacan has been a major asset to the Sun’s starting lineup since returning from overseas play. The guard will look to keep her consistent scoring and playmaking up.
Projected Starters:
Guard: Leïla Lacan, Saniya Rivers
Forward: Aaliyah Edwards, Diamond Miller
Center: Brittney Griner
Injury Report: None
Washington Notes:
The Mystics are looking to bounce back after getting blown out by the New York Liberty 86-64.
Player to Watch:
Shakira Austin has been productive on both ends of the floor. The center is averaging 14.5 points, 8.3 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game this season.
Projected Starters:
Guard: Georgia Amoore, Sonia Citron
Forward: Angela Dugalić, Michaela Onyenwere
Center: Shakira Austin
Injury Report:
Kiki Iriafen, Forward. (Ankle) Day-to-Day
Standings
Connecticut Sun (2-13) in 15th place
Washington Mystics (5-7) in 11th place