Who: The Connecticut Sun visit the Washington Mystics
What: The Sun kept their playoff chances alive when they defeated the Mystics at home on Sunday. In a re-match tonight, the Mystics hope to defend their home court and stay in the playoff mix.
Where: Verizon Center, Washington DC || NBA TV/ CSN-W || Live Access ||
When: 7:00 p.m. EST
The Story:
Sun-Mystics Preview
A season-high four-game losing streak damaged the Connecticut Sun's postseason chances. Back-to-back wins over the Washington Mystics would get them into better position to make the playoffs.
The Associated Press: Charles' double-double leads Sun past Mystics
Tina Charles had 17 points and 14 rebounds, setting a rookie record with her 18th double-double, and the Connecticut Sun preserved their playoff hopes with a 76-67 win over the Washington Mystics on Sunday.
Playoff push comes to shove
After consecutive losses against fellow Eastern Conference playoff contenders, the Washington Mystics return to Verizon Center fully understanding the urgency required to secure a berth in the WNBA playoffs.