The WNBA action resumes with a three-game slate on the second night. The Seattle Storm (17-8) will take on the Atlanta Dream (7-17) and the Phoenix Mercury (14-12) will face the Indiana Fever (11-15) at 7:30 p.m. ET. Following that, the Dallas Wings (6-19) will host the Connecticut Sun (18-6) at 9:30 p.m. ET. All games will be broadcasted on ION.
The Mercury, with three Olympians including Kahleah Copper, will be playing their second night of a back-to-back after an impressive win against the Chicago Sky. Now, they face a Fever team that has been improving before the break and is looking to climb up the standings. The Fever must maintain consistency to secure a playoff spot, especially against a tired Phoenix team.
Will Atlanta’s nightmare continue against Seattle?
The Dream, currently on a nine-game losing streak, need to find momentum quickly. Facing the strong defense of the Storm, Atlanta will rely on key players like Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard to turn their offense around. Meanwhile, Seattle has been in great defensive form and will be looking to continue their strong play.
Will the Wings take flight over the Sun?
The Wings, plagued by injuries, have a chance to climb the standings with the return of key players like Satou Sabally. The Sun, led by Alyssa Thomas, are aiming to maintain their top spot, with the challenge of integrating new player Marina Mabrey into the lineup. It promises to be an exciting matchup.
Game information
Seattle Storm (17-8) vs. Atlanta Dream (7-17)
When: Friday, Aug. 16 at 7:30 p.m. ET
Where: Gateway Center @ College Park in Atlanta, GA
How to watch: ION
Storm injury report: none
Dream injury report: Jordin Canada (questionable; finger)
Phoenix Mercury (14-12) vs. Indiana Fever (11-15)
When: Friday, Aug. 16 at 7:30 p.m. ET
Where: Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN
How to watch: ION
Mercury injury report: Rebecca Allen (out; right hamstring), Charisma Osborne (out; lower left leg)
Fever injury report: none
Connecticut Sun (18-6) vs. Dallas Wings (6-19)
When: Friday, Aug. 16 at 9:30 p.m. ET
Where: College Park Center in Arlington, TX
How to watch: ION
Sun injury report: Olivia Nelson-Ododa (questionable; right foot), DiJonai Carrington (not with team; personal), Tiffany Mitchell (not with team; illness)
Wings injury report: Satou Sabally (probable; shoulder), Jaelyn Brown (probable; illness), Maddy Siegrist (doubtful; finger)
