Fri Sep 20 09:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Indiana Fever Look to Upset Connecticut Sun in Sunday Showdown
The Indiana Fever (20-20) will face off against the Connecticut Sun (28-12) on Sunday, September 22nd at 3:00 PM ET in a highly anticipated WNBA matchup at Mohegan Sun Arena.
The Sun, boasting a league-leading scoring differential (+260), have been dominant this season, outscoring opponents by an average of 6.5 points per game. They rank eighth in points scored per game (80.1) and first in points allowed per game (73.6).
The Fever, on the other hand, are looking to overcome a -107 scoring differential. Despite averaging the third-highest points per game in the league (85), they rank 11th in points allowed per game (87.7).
The Sun are riding high after a convincing 87-54 victory over the Chicago Sky, with Tyasha Harris leading the charge with 15 points and 4 assists, followed by Alyssa Thomas’s 13 points and 7 assists.
The Fever, however, are coming off a close 92-91 loss to the Washington Mystics. Kristy Wallace shone with 17 points, a 75% field goal percentage, and 3-of-4 from three-point range. NaLyssa Smith also contributed 16 points to the effort.
This matchup promises to be a thrilling battle between two contrasting styles of play. The Sun’s defensive prowess will be put to the test against the Fever’s high-scoring offense. It’s a game that could have major implications for both teams as the regular season winds down.
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