The Connecticut Sun secured a hard-fought 88-84 victory over the Indiana Fever on Monday night, keeping the Fever and rookie Caitlin Clark winless through four games. Tyasha Harris was the hero for the Sun, scoring 13 of the team’s final 18 points, including crucial free throws in the closing seconds.
Harris finished with 16 points and three 3-pointers, leading the Sun to their second win in a week over the Fever. Clark, who returned in the second half after an ankle injury scare, put up 17 points for Indiana.
Alyssa Thomas had an impressive performance for the Sun with 24 points, 13 rebounds, and nine assists, narrowly missing a triple-double. DeWanna Bonner added 22 points, and DiJonai Carrington contributed 13 points to the winning effort.
Despite the loss, Indiana showed improvement, staying competitive throughout the game. They fought back from a third-quarter deficit and tied the score multiple times in the final minutes. However, Harris’ late scoring spree ultimately sealed the victory for Connecticut.
The Sun will head home to face Minnesota on Thursday, while the Fever will begin a three-game West Coast swing starting with a matchup against Seattle on Wednesday. The game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams and set the stage for exciting matchups in the future.