Matchup: Atlanta Dream vs Connecticut Sun
Event Date: Monday, September 1, 2025
Venue: Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT
Broadcast: WNBA League Pass
The Atlanta Dream (24-14) are set to visit Mohegan Sun Arena on Monday for a contest against the Connecticut Sun (10-28).
In their previous game, the Atlanta Dream faced off against the Las Vegas Aces and unfortunately fell short, concluding the matchup with a score of 81-75. Atlanta recorded a shooting percentage of 40.0%, hitting 30 of their 75 shots, including only 4 out of 24 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, the Dream found success, converting 11 of their 13 attempts for an impressive 84.6% efficiency. On the rebounding front, they accumulated 43 boards, with 13 of those being offensive, and delivered 20 assists across the game while forcing the opponent into 7 turnovers, securing 4 steals as well. Defensively, Atlanta permitted the Aces to shoot at a 47.8% rate, allowing 32 field goals out of 67 attempts. Las Vegas contributed with 5 assists and also had 4 steals. Their rebounding was solid, totaling 32 (5 offensive, 27 defensive), alongside 6 blocks. The Aces were successful at the free-throw line, hitting 9 of their 11 attempts for a rate of 81.8% and achieved 8 three-pointers out of 21 attempts.
Rhyne Howard was a standout player for Atlanta, scoring 19 points on 7 of 22 shooting during her 38 minutes on the court, also grabbing 4 rebounds, while providing 7 assists, finishing the game with a shooting percentage of 31.8%.
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This season, Atlanta boasts an impressive record of 24-14. The Dream average 83.0 points per game, placing 6th in the league while shooting 43.6% from the field. They also excel from three-point range, scoring 32.7% of the time (348 of 1,065) and achieving a remarkable 77.7% from the charity stripe. As a collective unit, Atlanta gathers 36.6 rebounds per game and ranks 4th in the league with 793 assists this season. They commit an average of 11.5 turnovers and 15.8 personal fouls each game. Defensively, the Dream force 11.6 turnovers per game and incur an average of 17.7 personal fouls, ranking 3rd in the league with 728 assists conceded. Opponents are shooting 43.0% against them (442 of 672), while they give up an average of 31.6 rebounds per game. Atlanta is categorized as the 2nd-best defense in points per game allowed, restricting opponents to just 77.1 points.
In their last outing, the Connecticut Sun clinched a victory over the Dallas Wings, ending the contest 101-95. In that game, the Sun secured 28 defensive rebounds and 4 on the offensive glass, totaling 32. However, they had 12 turnovers but managed to rack up 9 steals. The Wings committed 22 fouls against them, leading Connecticut to take 29 free throws, of which they connected on 27 for an outstanding shooting percentage of 93.1%. From three-point territory, Connecticut went 8 for 21 (38.1%). Overall, the Sun shot 33 of 69 from the field, achieving a 47.8% shooting percentage, while allowing the Wings to hit 38 of 75 shots (50.7%). Dallas shot 27.3% from three (6 of 22) and made 13 of 17 from the free-throw line for 76.5%. Connecticut allowed Dallas to pull down 33 total rebounds, including 6 offensive ones.
Leila Lacan emerged as a crucial player in this matchup, scoring 22 points on 9 of 14 shooting (64.3%) and contributing with 3 rebounds and 6 assists during her 32 minutes of play.
Currently, Connecticut holds a record of 10-28 this season. Offensively, the Sun are registering 41.4% from the field, ranking them 12th in the WNBA. They have accumulated 2,906 points this season, averaging 76.5 points per contest, and pull down 31.5 rebounds per game. Their assist average stands at 17.7, putting them at 13th in the league, while turnovers average 13.1 per contest. Connecticut commits 20.1 personal fouls per game and performs well at the free-throw line at 79.8%. Defensively, they sit 10th in the league for points allowed per game at 85.5, giving up 34.3% on three-pointers (309 of 902) and an impressive 78.6% from the charity stripe to their opponents. They also average 21.5 assists and 35.5 rebounds allowed, ranking 11th in both categories. Connecticut forces 14.2 turnovers per game but permits a shooting percentage of 46.4% from their opponents, ranking them 13th in the WNBA.
Which team will prevail tonight against the spread?
Tony Sink’s Prediction: Go with Atlanta
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