WNBA Game Preview: Connecticut Sun (0-3) vs. Atlanta Dream (2-2)

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The Connecticut Sun and Atlanta Dream face off in an early-season WNBA matchup on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at Gateway Center Arena in College Park, Georgia. The Sun are looking for their first win of the season, while the Dream aim to build momentum after a strong performance against the Dallas Wings.

Game Details

  • Date: Sunday, May 25, 2025
  • Time: 3:00 PM ET
  • Location: Gateway Center Arena, College Park, GA
  • TV Broadcast: NBC Sports Boston
  • Streaming: WNBA League Pass

Team Form & Key Matchups

Connecticut Sun (0-3)

  • Recent Performance: The Sun have struggled early, dropping their last game to the Minnesota Lynx (76-70).
  • Key Players:
    • Marina Mabrey: 22 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists in last game
    • Haley Peters: 12 points, 6 rebounds off the bench
    • Tina Charles: Former Dream player, now leading Connecticut’s frontcourt
  • Strengths: Strong rebounding, veteran leadership
  • Concerns: Offensive inconsistency, adjusting to a new system

Atlanta Dream (1-2)

  • Recent Performance: Atlanta secured a dominant 85-73 win over the Dallas Wings on Saturday.
  • Key Players:
    • Rhyne Howard: 16 PPG, elite scoring ability
    • Allisha Gray: 19.8 PPG, 5.3 APG, key playmaker
    • Brionna Jones: 12.3 RPG, controlling the boards
    • Brittney Griner: Veteran presence in the paint
  • Strengths: Strong frontcourt, efficient ball movement
  • Concerns: Defensive lapses, turnover issues

Tactical Breakdown

  • Sun’s Strategy: Connecticut must improve its three-point shooting and limit turnovers. Expect Mabrey and Charles to lead the offense.
  • Dream’s Strategy: Atlanta will push the pace, relying on Howard and Gray for scoring while Jones and Griner dominate inside.

GAME ODDS

Connecticut Sun                               163.5

Atlanta Dream                                  – 9.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 24, 2025

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