Sunday’s WNBA action was a showcase of brilliance from both rookies and veterans, with standout performances from Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and seasoned stars like Tina Charles and Diana Taurasi.
In a busy day of basketball, the results were as follows:
- Dream (9-17) defeated Sun (19-7), 82-70.
- Fever (13-15) dominated Storm (17-10), 92-75.
- Aces (17-9) triumphed over Sparks (6-21), 87-71.
- Mercury (15-13) overwhelmed Sky (11-16), 86-68.
Here are the top 7 performances from Sunday’s games:
7. Lexie Hull, Indiana Fever
6. Diana Taurasi, Phoenix Mercury
At 42, Diana Taurasi continues to defy age, leading the Mercury with 23 points and 5 assists in their victory over the Sky. Taurasi’s first-quarter performance, where she scored 12 points, was crucial in building Phoenix’s early lead.
5. Kelsey Mitchell, Indiana Fever
Kelsey Mitchell shone with 27 points on 10-of-19 shooting, along with 3 assists and 3 steals, in the Fever’s win over the Storm. Her scoring prowess has been pivotal for Indiana, especially since the Olympic break, as they lead the league in scoring.
4. Angel Reese, Chicago Sky
Angel Reese made history as the fastest player to reach 20 double-doubles in a single season. Despite the Sky’s loss to the Mercury, Reese’s performance, with 19 points and 20 rebounds, highlights her remarkable rebounding ability and solidifies her place as one of the league’s top young talents.
3. Tina Charles, Atlanta Dream
Tina Charles was dominant with 22 points and 15 rebounds in the Dream’s win over the Sun. Charles’s recent performances underscore her competitive spirit and consistent skill, contributing significantly to Atlanta’s consecutive victories.
2. Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever
Caitlin Clark powered the Fever to their second straight win with 23 points, 9 assists, 5 rebounds, 2 blocks, and 1 steal. She set a new rookie record for most assists in a season, surpassing Ticha Penicheiro’s mark. Clark praised Penicheiro’s passing flair and acknowledged her own different style of play.
1. A’ja Wilson, Las Vegas Aces
A’ja Wilson was the standout performer of the day, leading the Aces to victory with 34 points, 13 rebounds, 5 steals, and 2 blocks against the Sparks. Wilson’s passion and intensity were evident throughout the game, as she tied a WNBA record with 8 consecutive games scoring at least 24 points. Her drive and dedication to winning were on full display.
With performances like these, the WNBA continues to captivate fans with thrilling and high-caliber basketball action.
