WNBA Game Preview: Dallas Wings (11-8) vs. Connecticut Sun (4-15)

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Tip‑Off: 7:00 p.m. ET / 4:00 p.m. PT

Venue: Mohegan Sun Arena — Uncasville, Connecticut

Venue & Environment

Mohegan Sun Arena remains one of the league’s most intimate but loud venues. Connecticut’s home crowd often boosts defensive intensity, especially early in games.

Team Records & Recent Form

Dallas Wings (11–8)

Road Record: 5–4

Last 10 Games: 6–4

Trend:

Offense averaging 84.7 PPG over last 10

Defense allowing 79.9 PPG

Elite rebounding; strong transition scoring

Top‑3 in offensive efficiency during last two weeks

Connecticut Sun (4–15)

Home Record: 2–7

Last 10 Games: 2–8

Trend:

Offense averaging 76.1 PPG over last 10

Defense allowing 83.4 PPG

Struggling with turnovers and late‑game execution

Shooting efficiency has dipped significantly since mid‑June

Injury Report

Dallas Wings

Arike Ogunbowale — DAY‑TO‑DAY (ankle)

Natasha Howard — OUT (wrist)

Maddy Siegrist — DAY‑TO‑DAY (shoulder)

Impact: Ogunbowale’s availability is massive — she’s Dallas’ top scorer and late‑game closer. Howard’s absence weakens interior defense and rebounding.

Connecticut Sun

Alyssa Thomas — DAY‑TO‑DAY (back)

DeWanna Bonner — OUT (knee)

Brionna Jones — OUT (Achilles)

Impact: Thomas’ status determines Connecticut’s offensive identity. Bonner and Jones being out severely limit scoring depth and interior presence.

Key Player Matchups

Arike Ogunbowale (DAL) vs. Alyssa Thomas (CON)

If both play, this is the marquee matchup. Ogunbowale’s shot creation vs. Thomas’ physical defense will dictate pace and half‑court efficiency.

Satou Sabally (DAL) vs. DeWanna Bonner’s Replacement

Sabally’s versatility creates mismatches. With Bonner out, Connecticut must rely on less experienced wings to contain her.

Ty Harris (CON) vs. Wings Backcourt

Harris’ ability to control tempo is crucial. Dallas thrives in transition; Harris must slow the game down to keep Connecticut competitive.

Series History

2025 Season Series: Wings won 2–1

Last 10 Meetings: Wings lead 6–4

At Mohegan Sun Arena: Sun have won 5 of last 8

Trend:

Dallas has improved significantly in recent seasons

Connecticut’s home court remains tough, but injuries have shifted the balance

Betting Trends

Dallas Wings

6–4 ATS in last 10

Overs hit in 7 of last 10

4–1 ATS in last five road games

Dallas is 8–3 when scoring 80+ points

Connecticut Sun

3–7 ATS in last 10

Overs hit in 6 of last 10

Sun are 1–6 ATS in last seven home games

Connecticut is 2–10 when allowing 80+ points

GAME ODDS

Dallas Wings                      – 8

Connecticut Sun               171.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, July 1, 2026

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