The Connecticut Sun defeated the Phoenix Mercury 83-72 in a game where Brionna Jones led with 18 points, supported by other players scoring in double-digits. Despite a late push by the Mercury, the Sun maintained their lead, excelling at free throws. Phoenix, missing key players like Diana Taurasi, struggled offensively, shooting poorly from the three-point line. In a separate game, Seattle Storm secured a victory over the Dallas Wings with Jewell Loyd scoring 26 points, contributing to their eighth consecutive home win.