WASHINGTON MYSTICS

The loss marked just the Aces’ third of the season, and second at home, derailing a four-game win streak. The outstanding trio of Kelsey Plum, A’ja Wilson and Jackie Young lead the offensive firepower for Las Vegas, with Plum sitting second in the league in points-per-game (20.3). In D.C. last month, the Mystics were able to take down the Aces, currently the second most-recent loss for Las Vegas. What: WNBA BasketballWho: Washington Mystics (11-9) vs. Las Vegas Aces (13-3)When: Saturday, June 25Time: 10:00 p.m. ETWhere: Michelob ULTRA Arena (Las Vegas, Nev.)Channel: NBA TVStream: FuboTV, Sling, DirecTV StreamCheck out the WNBA standings and results here

Watch the WNBA on FuboTV (Try Now)The Sun are looking to bounce back on their own floor as suffering their second loss in a week on Sunday. Connecticut was not able to find their groove against the Washington Mystics in the nation’s capital, falling 71-63. That was just the second loss far this month by the team, as they also lost to the defending WNBA champs in the Chicago Sky back on June 10. What: WNBA BasketballWho: New York Liberty (6-10) vs. Connecticut Sun (10-5)When: Wednesday, June 22Time: 7:00 p.m. ETWhere: Mohegan Sun Arena (Uncasville, Conn.)Channel: ESPN2Stream: FuboTV, Sling, DirecTV StreamCheck out the WNBA standings and results here

The Chicago Sky were defeated by the Washington Mystics on Wednesday as they looked to continue a three game winning streak.

The WNBA will celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month in June with activities and initiatives that empower players, teams, fans and employees to share their voices and create a more inclusive environment around the game and in their communities.

Watch the WNBA on FuboTV (7-day free trial)After winning two of their first four games of the season, Chicago has picked up their play over the past few weeks. Washington came flying out of the gates this season, winning five of their first six games of the season. This will already be third meeting between the Eastern Conference foes, as the Sky have won each of the first two encounters. What: WNBA BasketballWho: Chicago Sky (7-3) vs. Washington Mystics (7-5)When: Wednesday, June 8Time: 8:00 p.m. ETWhere: Entertainment & Sports Arena (Washington, D.C.)Channel: CBS Sports NetworkStream: FuboTV (7-day free trial), Sling, DirecTV StreamCheck out the WNBA standings and results here

Since losing to the Mystics in their third game of the season, Las Vegas has won five-straight games, and have hit 100 points in three of their eight games this season. Their top offensive weapon is the league’s leading scorer, as Jackie Young is leading the WNBA with 19.3 points-per-game. In the three games these two squads met in 2021, Las Vegas beat Chicago on two of those occasions. What: WNBA BasketballWho: Las Vegas Aces (7-1) vs. Chicago Sky (4-2)When: Saturday, May 28Time: 3:00 p.m. ETWhere: Wintrust Arena (Chicago, Ill.)Channel: ABCStream: FuboTV (7-day free trial), Sling, DirecTV StreamCheck out the WNBA standings and results here

One of the marquee matchups on Sunday in the WNBA sees the defending champs, who have had a rather mediocre start, take on a team that has jumped out to one of the best records in the league, as the Chicago Sky prepare to take on the Washington Mystics. Watch the WNBA on FuboTV (7-day free trial)After a disappointing end to their 2021 season, that saw them miss the playoffs due to a tiebreaker, the Mystics have shot out of the gate this season. The Sky had an incredible finish to last season, winning the franchise’s first championship. What: WNBA BasketballWho: Chicago Sky (2-2) vs. Washington Mystics (5-1)When: Sunday, May 22Time: 3:00 p.m. ETWhere: Entertainment & Sports Arena (Washington, D.C.)Channel: ABCStream: FuboTV (7-day free trial), Sling, DirecTV StreamCheck out the WNBA standings and results here

With Elena Delle Donne and Alysha Clark back from injuries, the 2019 WNBA champs look promising.

Michigan will play a neutral-site game in the home of the WNBA’s Washington Mystics as part of the inaugural Coaches vs. Racism event. While future events may include multiple games, this year’s is just Michigan vs. Prairie View A&M. Michigan won its season opener on Tuesday, at home against Buffalo, 88-76. 6 Michigan Wolverines (1-0) vs. Prairie View A&M Panthers (0-2)Where: Entertainment & Sports Arena (Washington, D.C.); capacity: 4,200When: Saturday, November 13, 8 p.m. ETPoint spread: Michigan -23Tickets: TicketMaster ($40)Follow: Andrew KahnHow to WatchTV: Big Ten Network (Lisa Byington, Len Elmore)Stream: Watch & DVR College Basketball Live | fuboTV: Stream live TV with ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN & top channels without cable.

The other is trying to will their way into the playoffs, as the Seattle Storm play host to the Washington Mystics. Their win against the New York Liberty last Thursday snapped a three-game skid, their longest losing streak of the season. The Mystics come into Seattle with a 10-17 record, and unfortunately their record on the road does not favor them on Tuesday. What: WNBA BasketballWho: Washington Mystics vs. Seattle StormWhen: Tuesday, September 7Time: 10:00 p.m. Channel: CBS Sports NetworkStream: FuboTV (7-day free trial), Paramount+Check out the WNBA standings and results here

1 spot in the league, and are a game above the Aces heading into Tuesday night’s matchup. Watch the WNBA on FuboTV (7-day free trial)Washington is a little further down the standings, ninth-place to be exact. That is because the Mystics have two games in hand of the Eastern Conference foes. What: WNBA BasketballWho: Connecticut Sun vs. Washington MysticsWhen: Tuesday, August 31Time: 7:00 p.m. ETWhere: Entertainment & Sports Arena (Washington, D.C.)Channel: NBA TVStream: FuboTV (7-day free trial)Check out the WNBA standings and results here

Elena Delle Donne and Chiney Ogwumike will have a major impact on the Washington Mystics and Los Angeles Sparks playoff chances now that they're back on the basketball court.

The USA women’s basketball team, led by veterans Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi, are set to take on the Australian national team in their first of two exhibition games.

The USA women’s basketball team, led by veterans Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi, are set to take on the Australian national team in their first of two exhibition games.

Chicago Sky guard Allie Quigley has been selected to participate in the WNBA 3-Point Contest during halftime of the AT&T WNBA All-Star 2021 at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

On Saturday, the Washington Mystics head to the Big Apple for a matinee clash with the New York Liberty. Only one game back of the Liberty, and ninth in the league standings with a 7-9 record, are the Washington Mystics. However, if there is any consolation, the Mystics did not give up over 100 points during that stretch. In fact, Washington has only allowed over 100 points once this season, that coming back on June 13 in a loss to Atlanta. What: WNBA BasketballWho: Washington Mystics vs. New York Liberty.

One of the best teams in the league takes on the team from the nation’s capital, as the Connecticut Sun travel to take on the Washington Mystics on Tuesday night. They, along with Las Vegas and Seattle are the only three teams with 10-or-more wins in the league. Watch the WNBA on FuboTV (7-day free trial)The Mystics were not as fortunate last weekend as the Sun were. After winning five of their previous six games, Washington dropped tough games to the Los Angeles Sparks and Dallas Wings over the weekend. What: WNBA BasketballWho: Connecticut Sun vs. Washington MysticsWhen: Tuesday, June 29Time: 7:00 p.m.

Six WNBA games took place over the weekend action -- here’s what happened.

Tina Charles of the Washington Mystics and Breanna Stewart of the Seattle Storm have been named WNBA players of the week.

In the 18th edition of the poll, the WNBA’s 12 general managers assessed the league’s best teams, players, coaches, offseason moves and more.

Lynx take on the Mystics while the Wings take on the Mercury

The weekend was packed with a total of seven games of action in the W.

On Saturday afternoon, two teams look to find their footing in the early stages of the 2021 WNBA season, as the Washington Mystics get set to host the Las Vegas Aces. The Aces come into Saturday’s contest third in the WNBA, posting a 6-3 record. Las Vegas has won three of their previous four games heading into the nation’s capital. This is the first of two meetings this season between Las Vegas and Washington, as the Aces will be hosting the Mystics on August 15. What: WNBA BasketballWho: Las Vegas Aces vs. Washington MysticsWhen: Saturday, June 5Time: 1:00 p.m.

Taurasi is staying in Phoenix while Alysha Clark is heading across the country to join the Washington Mystics. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)NEW YORK – Diana Taurasi is staying in Phoenix while Alysha Clark is heading across the country to join the Washington Mystics. Unlike Parker, there was no real expectation the 38-year-old Taurasi would leave the team that drafted her No. Clark also led the WNBA in 3-point field goal percentage (52.2) for the second consecutive season. Change is never easy but having teammates and an organization excited to have you join their family makes it better,” Clark said.

The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity Wednesday, Jan. 27, because no official announcement is allowed until Feb. 1. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)Candace Parker is headed home and Kayla McBride is getting a fresh start in Minnesota. that she would be signing with the Lynx once free agents can officially ink deals Monday. Nearly 75% of the players on the Sparks' roster are free agents. That’s led to increased player movement from our roster.”Two players who are free agents but won't be moving are Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi.

Half the league went head to head on Wednesday with three teams adding a win to their win column. Connecticut Sun 70, Dallas Wings 66DeWanna Bonner scored 18 points and Alyssa Thomas added 17 as the Connecticut Sun defeat the Dallas Wings. Arike Ogunbowale led Dallas with 19 points and Allisha Gray had 15 points and eight rebounds. Chicago Sky 89, Phoenix Mercury 71Allie Quigley scored 20 points and Kahleah Cooper poured in 15 points as the Chicago Sky get an impressive win over the Phoenix Mercury. Sophie Cunningham and Skylar Diggins-Smith led the way for Phoenix with 15 points apiece.

The WNBA had three competitive games on Monday and has a even sharper line up of games on Tuesday. DeWanna Bonner scored 12 points for Connecticut (2-6), and grabbed nine rebounds to move into 20th on the WNBA career list. Brittney Griner had 22 points and 13 rebounds while Briana Turner added 13 points and 11 rebounds for Phoenix. Sami Whitcomb added 17 points for Seattle and Ezi Magbegor scored 13 points and Alysha Clark had 12 points. Allie Quigley led Chicago with 13 points andCheyenne Parker added 12 points.

Six teams went head to head in WNBA action on Tuesday, but only three came out on top. Aja Wilson had a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds while Kayla McBride scored 15 points for Las Vegas. Rookie Crystal Dangerfield added 12 points and Napheesa Collier had eight points and 12 rebounds for Minnesota. Myisha Hines-Allen led Washington with 12 points while Tianna Hawkins and Emma Meesseman each scored 10 points. Candace Parker added 16 points for Los Angeles while Brittney Sykes scored 15 points and Nneka Ogwumike poured in 11 points.

Three games are set for Friday night action to begin a weekend filled with notable games. Yet the team recently fell to the Las Vegas Aces but is looking to get a win. 1 pick Sabrina Ionescu, the Liberty have lost the last two games after getting blown out by Minnesota recently. Los Angeles Sparks vs. Las Vegas Aces, 9 p.m. With out star Nneka Ogwumike, the Sparks will try to keep the Las Vegas Aces from a third straight victory.

Minnesota Lynx 92, New York Liberty 66Bridget Carleton scored 25 points and second year player Lexie Brown had 15 points and swiped seven steals, as the Minnesota Lynx beat the New York Liberty. Amanda Zahui B. led a winless New York team with 13 points. Eastern conference player of the week Myisha Hines-Allen added 18 points and 10 boards and Leilani Mitchell scored 11 points. Riquna Williams added 13 points for the Sparks along with Sydney Weise who had eight points. Kelsey Mitchell led Indiana with 24 points, veteran Candice Dupree scored 16 and Teaira McCowan had 13 points.

ETLooking to run their winning streak to three games, the Minnesota Lynx look to keep the winless New York Liberty at bay. Both have been a spark in the Minnesota offense and will be relied upon to help the Lynx pick up a win. Las Vegas Aces vs. Washington Mystics, 8 p.m. They both were key in a recent win over the Dallas Wings. On Sunday, Kelsey Mitchell had 23 points and Candice Dupree scored 21 in a recent win over Atlanta.

Myisha Hines-Allen, of the Washington Mystics, and Breanna Stewart, of the Seattle Storm, have been named the first conference players of the week for the 2020 WNBA season. Hines-Allen averaged 17 points, nine rebounds and two assists to earn Eastern Conference Player of the Week. Last season, Hines-Allen averaged two points per game, but this season that has jumped to 17 points per game. Stewart, the 2018 MVP, averaged 18 points, nine rebounds and three assists to earn Western Conference Player of the Week. Stewart is in her third year in the league and has bounced back tremendously after rupturing her achilles last season.

The weekend was full of WNBA action, both on Saturday and Sunday with teams getting into the swing of things. Chicago Sky 88, Washington Mystics 86Gabby Williams and Cheyenne Parker each scored 16 points as the Chicago Sky barely beat the Washington Mystics. Jewell Loyd added 17 points, Jordin Canada poured in 16 points and rookie Ezi Magbegor had a career-high 12 points for Seattle. Diana Taurasi had 18 points, nine assists, three steals and two blocks and Brittney Griner added 16 points for Phoenix. Kia Nurse led the Liberty with 16 points while Layshia Clarendon added 12 points and Amanda Zahui B. scored 11.

Alyssa Thomas scored 28 points and 11 rebounds while DeWanna Bonner had 29 points and nine rebounds for the Sun. Cheyenne Parker added 12 points and Allie Quigley, Courtney Vandersloot and Gabby Williams scored 11 each for Chicago. Seattle Storm 90, Minnesota Lynx 66Breanna Stewart had 18 points and 10 rebounds as the Seattle Storm defeated the Minnesota Lynx. Damiris Dantas led Minnesota with 18 points. Sylvia Fowles finished with 15 points and 11 rebounds, but also passed former teammate and current Lynx assistant coach Rebekkah Brunson on the all time rebounding list.

Coming off a successful opening weekend, the WNBA tips off four games to begin the weeks action with some of the top teams in the league. Washington Mystics vs. Connecticut Sun, 7 p.m. EST MondayThe Mystics are coming off a win against the Indiana Fever on Saturday. Myisha Hines-Allen, Emma Meesseman and Aerial Powers of the Mystics will be relied upon for the Mystics to get a second win. Naphessa Collier and Sylvia Fowles lead the way for the Lynx squad in the first game and will be needed to capture another win. All-Stars Breanna Stewart and Sue Bird of Seattle will need to rally the team together to get a victory over the Lynx.

The leagues season will take place in Bradenton, Florida at IMG Academy in what some players call the Wubble. WNBA season gets underway on July 25 with 2018 WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart and the Seattle Storm meeting 2020 No. The weekend also will highlight the leagues new social justice platform, The WNBA Justice Movement, with a special focus on the Black Lives Matter movement. Additionally, throughout the season, players will wear warm-up shirts that display Black Lives Matter on the front and Say Her Name on the back. Black Lives Matter will also be prominently displayed on courts during games.

NEW YORK Elena Delle Donne is hurt that her request was denied to be medically excused for the season. And maybe being hurt just makes me naive, Delle Donne wrote. Had Delle Donne been medically excused, she would have earned her entire salary for the season. Charles and Delle Donne did not travel with the team to Bradenton, Florida. Phoenix forward Jessica Breland, who missed a year while at North Carolina to be treated for Hodgkins lymphoma, was deemed high-risk and was medically excused, the Mercury said.

NEW YORK Elena Delle Donne's request to be medically excused from the WNBA season was denied, according to the league's reigning MVP. Delle Donne has battled Lyme disease since 2008. But the question is whether or not the WNBA bubble is safe for me," Delle Donne said in the statement. Charles and Delle Donne did not travel with the team to Bradenton, Florida, last week. Phoenix forward Jessica Breland, who missed a year while at North Carolina to be treated for Hodgkins lymphoma, was deemed high-risk and was medically excused, the Mercury said.

The mission of the Social Justice Council is to be a driving force of necessary and continuing conversations about race, voting rights, LGBTQ+ advocacy, and gun control amongst other important societal issues. Players will lead Justice CouncilThe work of the Social Justice Council will be led by players such as Layshia Clarendon, Sydney Colson, Breanna Stewart, Tierra Ruffin-Pratt, Aja Wilson and Satou Sabally, among others. The expanded list of Social Justice Council members, advisors, and programming will be announced at a later date. Players to wear social justice messagesThroughout the season, players will wear NIKE-branded warm-up shirts that display Black Lives Matter on the front. We are incredibly proud of WNBA players who continue to lead with their inspiring voices and effective actions in the leagues dedicated fight against systemic racism and violence, said WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert.

Thibault knows that he could be at higher risk for severe illness if he gets the coronavirus because of his age. The 69-year-old coach didn't hesitate about going down to Florida with his team Monday, July 6, 2020, to prepare for the upcoming WNBA season. The 69-year-old Washington Mystics coach didn't hesitate about going down to Florida with his team Monday to prepare for the virus-delayed WNBA season. I'm not at the same risk as that grocery store worker or restaurant owner heading to work every day. I know that Dan had a difficult decision to forego the 2020 WNBA season," said Indiana Fever coach Marianne Stanley, who is 66.

NEW YORK CITY With the WNBA planning to begin its season later this month, teams along with personnel had to get tested before entering training camp. With almost 140 players being tested in that timeframe, only seven tested positive for COVID-19. According to the WNBA, players who have tested positive will remain in self isolation until she has been cleared by a physician and has followed public health protocols. Players and staff will be arriving at the bubble location, which is IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. The 12th team -- the Indiana Fever -- will not be arriving for another five days due to CDC health protocols.

Player-wise, none of the squad has opted out and they will be returning WNBA veteran Sue Bird. With a 22-12 record in 2018, the Sparks added some new faces to the squad including WNBA star Kristi Toliver, Tea Cooper and Reshanda Gray. The team signed WNBA star Skylar Diggins-Smith creating the leagues Big 3 which is comprised of the all-star along with WNBA veteran Diana Taurasi and center Brittney Griner. The squad brings back Victoria Vivans, who had a good rookie season in 2018 but was out last season due to a knee injury. The team added newcomer Layshia Clarendon, whos entering her eighth WNBA season.

WASHINGTON Washington Mystics players Natasha Cloud and LaToya Sanders are opting out of participating in the 2020 WNBA season for the leagues reigning champions. Theres a lot of factors that led to this decision, but the biggest being that I am more than an athlete. Cloud and Sanders each has been with Washington for five seasons. Her commitment to social justice issues is of utmost importance to her and, therefore, to the Mystics organization, Thibault said of Cloud. We will continue to be partners with her and all of our players on their commitment to social justice reform as we go forward into this season and beyond.Players have until Thursday to opt out of the season.

The Washington Mystics won their first WNBA championship, getting 22 points from Emma Meesseman and 21 from banged-up league MVP Elena Delle Donne to beat the Connecticut Sun 89-78 in Game 5 of the Finals on Thursday night. It was a fitting conclusion to an entertaining series and WNBA season. Elena Delle Donne #11 of Washington Mystics celebrates after the Mystics defeated the Connecticut Sun to win the 2019 WNBA Finals at St Elizabeths East Entertainment & Sports Arena on October 10, 2019 in Washington, DC. Delle Donne came to Washington three years ago in a trade from Chicago, hoping to get the Mystics their first title. The victory gave coach Mike Thibault his first WNBA championship.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 18: Forward Tianna Hawkins #21 of the Washington Mystics claps after she was fouled during a game against the Los Angeles Sparks at Staples Center on June 18, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by KatharineLooking for their fifth straight win, the Washington Mystics will face the Seattle Storm on Friday. The Mystics, who are currently 13-6 under the leadership of star forward Elena Delle Donne are looking to end their four-game losing streak to the Storm. The Storm is looking for its fourth straight home victory and to bounce back after a recent loss to the Las Vegas Aces. The first time these two teams met it was a close matchup, with the Mystics losing only by three points.

Looking for their fifth straight win, the Washington Mystics will face the Seattle Storm on Friday. The Mystics, who are currently 13-6 under the leadership of star forward Elena Delle Donne are looking to end their four-game losing streak to the Storm. The Storm is looking for its fourth straight home victory and to bounce back after a recent loss to the Las Vegas Aces. Jewell Lloyd, Natasha Howard and Alysha Clark have been keeping the Seattle squad afloat without injured stars Breanna Stewart and Sue Bird. The first time these two teams met it was a close matchup, with the Mystics losing only by three points.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 26: Kayla McBride of the Las Vegas Aces competes during the 3-Point Contest of the WNBA All-Star Friday Night at the Mandalay Bay Events Center on July 26, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Washington Mystics 99, Phoenix Mercury 93The Washington Mystics beat the Phoenix Mercury 99-93 in a game that broke the Mercury three game winning streak. Elena Delle Donne score 33 points for Washington, while veteran Kristi Toliver added 25 points and Natasha Cloud scored 12 points for the Mystics. Las Vegas Aces 86, Dallas Wings 54The Las Vegas Aces continue to stay hot as they defeat the Dallas Wings 86-54. Arike Ogunbowale led Dallas with 15 points and the Wings shot less than 30 percent from the field.

Jonquel Jones had 27 points and 11 rebounds while Jasmine Thomas added 18 points and Alyssa Thomas and Courtney Williams each scored 12 points. Washington Mystics 99, Phoenix Mercury 93The Washington Mystics beat the Phoenix Mercury 99-93 in a game that broke the Mercury three-game winning streak. Elena Delle Donne scored 33 points for Washington, while veteran Kristi Toliver added 25 points and Natasha Cloud scored 12 points for the Mystics. Las Vegas Aces 86, Dallas Wings 54The Las Vegas Aces continue to stay hot as they defeated the Dallas Wings 86-54. Arike Ogunbowale led Dallas with 15 points and the Wings shot less than 30 percent from the field.

ET)The Chicago Sky often appear to be the odd team out when potential WNBA title contenders are considered. The Sky have averaged 85 points in their four wins, with Vandersloot, the WNBA's leader in assists at 8 per game. Dallas Wings vs. Las Vegas Aces Preview (tip off 10 p.m. ET)The Las Vegas Aces come out of the All-Star break tied for the best record in the WNBA. Ogunbowale scored 25 and Thornton pulled down 10 boards as the Wings shot 28 percent at Vegas last month.

ET)The Chicago Sky often appear to be the odd team out when potential WNBA title contenders are considered. The Sky have averaged 85 points in their four wins, with Vandersloot, the WNBA's leader in assists at 8 per game. Dallas Wings vs. Las Vegas Aces Preview (tip off 10 p.m. ET)The Las Vegas Aces come out of the All-Star break tied for the best record in the WNBA. Ogunbowale scored 25 and Thornton pulled down 10 boards as the Wings shot 28 percent at Vegas last month.

(Photo by KatharineTwo games happened Wednesday, with the Mystics and Sun getting wins before WNBA All-Star break. Tina Charles led New York with 13 points and 11 rebounds while Bria Hartley added 12 points and 3 rebounds. Washington Mystics 79, Minnesota Lynx 71Kristi Toliver scored a season-high 32 points and the Washington Mystics beat the Minnesota Lynx 79-71. Delle Donne, wearing a protective mask after fracturing her nose, finished with 11 points as Washington won for the third straight time. Lexie Brown scored 19 points and Sylvia Fowles had 18 points and 12 rebounds for Minnesota, which has lost three in a row.

Two games happened Wednesday, with the Mystics and Sun getting wins before WNBA All-Star break. Jonquel Jones added 12 points and 10 rebounds for Connecticut. Tina Charles led New York with 13 points and 11 rebounds while Bria Hartley added 12 points and 3 rebounds. Washington Mystics 79, Minnesota Lynx 71Kristi Toliver scored a season-high 32 points and the Washington Mystics beat the Minnesota Lynx 79-71. Lexie Brown scored 19 points and Sylvia Fowles had 18 points and 12 rebounds for Minnesota, which has lost three in a row.

The SeattleTwo games are in action before the WNBA All-Star break. Connecticut will have a pair of players in Saturday's All-Star game, center Jenquel Jones and forward Alyssa Thomas. Washington Mystics vs. Minnesota Lynx Preview (tipoff 1 p.m. EST)The Washington Mystics are obviously at their best with Elena Delle Donne on the court. Delle Donne, averaging 16 points and 8 rebounds, fractured her nose early against Los Angeles on July 7. Collier was added to the All-Star game this week, replacing injured Aces forward A'ja Wilson.

Two games are in action before the WNBA All-Star break. Connecticut will have a pair of players in Saturday's All-Star game, center Jenquel Jones and forward Alyssa Thomas. Washington Mystics vs. Minnesota Lynx Preview (tipoff 1 p.m. EST)The Washington Mystics are obviously at their best with Elena Delle Donne on the court. Delle Donne, averaging 16 points and 8 rebounds, fractured her nose early against Los Angeles on July 7. Collier was added to the All-Star game this week, replacing injured Aces forward A'ja Wilson.

Sunday was filled with three games of WNBA action with the Aces, Sky and Mystics all coming out victorious. Elizabeth Williams led the Dream with 14 points while Nia Coffey added 13 points. Allie Quigley and Stefanie Dolson scored 19 points apiece while All-Star Diamond DeShields added 13 points. Erica Wheeler scored 13 points while All-Star Candice Dupree added 12 points for the Fever. Las Vegas Aces 79, Minnesota Lynx 74In a close matchup between two powerhouse teams, the Las Vegas Aces came out victorious.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JUNE 02: Sugar Rodgers #14 of the Las Vegas Aces guards Courtney Williams #10 of the Connecticut Sun during their game at the Mandalay Bay Events Center on June 2, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Mystics will look to Ariel Atkins, who had 14 points, three rebounds and three blocks against the Aces on July 13. The Fever will have the strength of Kelsey Mitchell and Candice Dupree who had a combined 24 points and eight rebounds against Las Vegas. Las Vegas Aces vs. Seattle Storm Preview (10 p.m. EST tip-off)Two of the WNBA's hottest teams are set to face off when the Seattle Storm host the league-leading Las Vegas Aces on Friday. Las Vegas has won five in a row, while Seattle looks to extend its winning streak to four games.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 18: Forward Chiney Ogwumike #13 of the Los Angeles Sparks looks to put up a shot during a game against the Washington Mystics at Staples Center on June 18, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by KatharineThe Los Angeles Sparks pulled out a close five-point win against the Dallas Sparks on Thursday. Last time these two teams met up the Wings handled the Sparks with a 12-point margin of victory. This time things were different, as the Sparks came out on top but not without a fight from the Wings. This was the Sparks third straight win and game without All-Star guard Candace Parker.

Washington Mystics vs. Indiana Fever Preview (7 p.m. EST tip-off)Coming off three straight losses, the Mystics are looking for some firepower without All-Star Elena Delle Donne, who has a broken nose. Sitting at second in the Eastern Conference, the Mystics are battling the Indiana Fever, who are coming off three straight loses of their own. The Mystics will look to Ariel Atkins, who had 14 points, three rebounds and three blocks against the Aces on July 13. Sitting at last in the Eastern Conference the Dream are looking to breathe in some life into their season. Las Vegas Aces vs. Seattle Storm Preview (10 p.m. EST tip-off)Two of the WNBA's hottest teams are set to face off when the Seattle Storm host the league-leading Las Vegas Aces on Friday.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 18: Forward Elena Delle Donne #11 of the Washington Mystics drives toward the hoop with forward Candace Parker #3 of the Los Angeles Sparks close behind during a game at Staples Center on June 18, 2019 in LosThe WNBA All-Star selections have been announced with now 7 time All-Star Candice Dupree and Tina Charles making the cut. Even though the roster is filled with a lot of All-Star veterans, there are five newcomers to the star studded squads. Natasha Howard, Kia Nurse, Diamond DeSheilds, Odyssey Sims and Erica Wheeler are coming to Vegas as All-Stars for the first time ever. The whole list of All-Star starters and reserves:You can catch all the All-Star action on July 26th-27th. Copyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

Atlanta Dream vs. Chicago Sky Preview (tip-off 12 p.m. EST)Coming off a win against the Dallas Wings, the Chicago Sky are looking to continue their three-game win streak in a noon battle against the Atlanta Dream. The Mercury hope for a much better outing than their first meeting with the Wings this season on June 20. Griner and Bonner were held to a combined 20 points as Phoenix shot 24.6 percent and was outrebounded 49-28. The Dallas Wings are looking to avoid a third straight loss as they square off with the Phoenix Mercury. Sims, meanwhile, totaled 20 points in those two contests.

Renee Montgomery added 12 points and Alexis Betley haad 11 points. For the Sun, Courtney Williams had 13 points while Jasmine Thomas added 12 points five assists. The Aces were led by Liz Cambage, who had 16 points and six rebounds, A'ja Wilson added 12 points. For the Fever, Candice Dupree scored 13 points and rookie Teaira McCowan had 11 points and 12 rebounds. For the Sky, Allie Quigley scored 24 points and Diamond Deshields added 13 points and nine rebounds, while Gabby Williams scored 12 points.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 18: Guard Sydney Wiese #24 of the Los Angeles Sparks looks for an opening under the hoop while forward Tianna Hawkins #21 of the Washington Mystics blocks during a game at Staples Center on June 18, 2019 in LosAn afternoon matchup between the Los Angeles Sparks and the Dallas Wings brought an unexpected win for the Wings, 74-62. Kayla Thornton led the way for the Wings with 17 points and Kaela Davis added 13 points. Thornton scored eight straight points for Dallas in a two-minute span. Arike Ogunbowale and Glory Johnson both scored 14 points as well for the Wings. For the Sparks, Nneka Ogwumike had 15 points and 10 rebounds and Riquna Williams added 14 points.

It's East vs. West and North vs. South in four games that are in action in the WNBA. Sitting at second in the Eastern Conference behind the Washington Mystics, the Sun need to find a way to win. Phoenix Mercury vs. Washington Mystics Preview (tip-off 11:30 p.m. EST)The Phoenix Mercury are coming off a close win over the Atlanta Dream. A'ja Wilson leads the team in scoring with 16 points per game while Liz Cambage adds 15 points per game. Sitting at fifth in the Eastern Conference and a 6-9, record the Fever are looking to climb the standings.