Connecticut Sun Defeats Indiana Fever in Playoffs

The Connecticut Sun secured their spot in the WNBA semifinals by sweeping the Indiana Fever with an 87-81 victory, led by Alyssa Thomas who contributed 19 points and 13 assists. This marks a significant achievement for the Sun, as they managed to close out the opening round series at home for the first time since the league altered its playoff format in 2022. Caitlin Clark of the Fever showed improvement with 25 points and nine assists, but her efforts fell short. Key plays from DeWanna Bonner and Marina Mabrey helped the Sun maintain their lead in the closing moments. The Sun will now face the Minnesota Lynx in the semifinals, with the series beginning on Sunday. The team demonstrated a collective effort, with all players contributing to the victory, showcasing their playoff readiness.