CT Sun Vs. Sky Preview: Can Connecticut Claim Second Win Of Season?
The Sun finally are in the win column, but can they continue their success this weekend?
Connecticut will take on the Chicago Sky for the first time this season Saturday as the Sun seek their second win of the season. The Sun are coming off their first win of the season, topping the Dallas Wings 91-68 on Thursday night.
The Sky, however, will look to bounce back from a 96-86 loss to the Mercury on Thursday, despite some solid stuff from Allie Quigley and Courtney Vandersloot down the stretch.
Here’s how to watch Sky-Sun:
Chicago Sky (4-2) Vs. Connecticut Sun (1-5)
When: Saturday, Aug. 8, at 5 p.m. ET
TV: NESNplus, NBA TV
Online: NESN Live Stream
Recent matchups
This is the first time the Sun and the Sky will meet this season. Chicago defeated Connecticut 2-1 in their 2019 season, including an epic 109-104 overtime victory in September.
Players to watch
DeWanna Bonner has been quiet the last two games, posting just 13 points and 17 rebounds in 63 minutes of play.
Vandersloot and Quigley, meanwhile, will look to continue their recent success. The two combined for 34 points 11 assists and six rebounds Thursday against the Mercury.