By Tiffany Williams –
On Tuesday night at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts, the Connecticut Sun made history by hosting the Los Angeles Sparks in the first-ever WNBA game held at the iconic home of the Boston Celtics and Boston Bruins. The Sun secured a 69-61 victory, extending their winning streak over the Sparks to 11 games since the 2020 season and claiming a 2-0 lead in the four-game season series.
DiJonai Carrington set the tone for the Sun early in the game with a remarkable 24-foot three-point jumper, finishing the night with 19 points, four rebounds, one assist, and one steal.
Brionna Jones delivered an outstanding performance, contributing 15 points, seven rebounds, three assists, two steals, and one block. Notably, her sixth point of the night marked a career milestone as she surpassed the 2,000-point mark, joining an elite group of 12 players in franchise history to achieve this feat in a Sun uniform.
Ty Harris added 14 points to the Sun’s impressive tally, while Alyssa Thomas displayed her versatility with nine points, 16 rebounds, eight assists, and three steals.
Prior to the game, Connecticut Sun Head Coach Stephanie White emphasized the team’s relentless work ethic and competitiveness. She highlighted the players’ unwavering commitment to excellence and their ability to find innovative ways to secure victories, defining the franchise as a blue-collar team with a strong emphasis on hard work.
Following the game, Alyssa Thomas reflected on her exceptional performance, particularly her 12 defensive rebounds. She emphasized her focus on transitioning to offense and acknowledged the importance of limiting the Sparks’ second-chance opportunities by securing crucial rebounds and initiating fast breaks for the Sun.