PREVIEW: The Atlanta Dream and Connecticut Sun are set to clash in their fourth matchup of the season at Gateway Center Arena, with tip-off scheduled for 7:30 p.m. EST on Monday night. The Dream have dominated their previous encounters, securing two blowout victories against the Sun this season, including a 93-76 win at Mohegan Sun Arena. Atlanta enters the game with a strong 27-14 record and boasts some impressive ShotQuality metrics, ranking 1st in defensive 3-point attempts allowed and offensive spacing. The Dream have particularly excelled defensively, allowing few 3-point attempts while maintaining top-tier defensive rebounding. The Sun, sitting at 11-31, are in the final stretch of their season with a renewed sense of determination and emerging young talent. Connecticut's ShotQuality data reveals unique strengths, including ranking 1st in high-frequency midrange shots and post-up opportunities, and 3rd in offensive spacing. Marina Mabrey has been a bright spot, leading the team with 23 points in their recent victory against Phoenix Mercury and marking her eighth 20+ point performance this season. Tina Charles continues to be a veteran presence, needing just 18 points to tie the franchise record for most points in a single season, making this game an opportunity for potential milestone achievement.