PREVIEW: The Chicago Sky and Connecticut Sun clash at Mohegan Sun Arena in a pivotal matchup between two teams seeking to climb out of the WNBA basement. What has evolved into one of the more intriguing rivalries in recent years continues, with the teams having met in playoff series for three consecutive seasons where they alternately eliminated each other. The Sky will rely on key contributors like Kamilla Cardoso, who averages 12.6 points per game, alongside Rachel Banham's 9.5 points per game and Elizabeth Williams' 8.6 points per game. As a team, Chicago is averaging 76 points per game, shooting 42.1% from the field and 33% from three-point range. The Sun will look to Tina Charles, who leads the team with 16.1 points per game, and Marina Mabrey, contributing 14.4 points per game, to spark their offensive effort. Connecticut is navigating a challenging stretch, having lost their last five games, with inconsistent offensive and defensive performances, though they continue fighting until the final whistle. The Sun prefer a fast-paced style focused on dominating inside the paint, which could be a key factor against Chicago's vulnerable defense. With tipoff set for 7:00 p.m. EDT, the Sun are favored by 3 points, offering fans a potentially unpredictable and compelling contest.