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Sun Snap 13-Game Road Skid With 80-69 Win Over Mystics

The result underscored a rebuilding Sun side opposite a Washington roster leaning on rookies through injury disruptions.

Jacy Sheldon #4 of the Connecticut Sun handles the ball during a game against the Washington Mystics at Carefirst Arena on June 8, 2025 in Washington, DC.
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Overview

  • Connecticut secured its first road victory since May 30, improving to 7-27 with a decisive performance in Washington.
  • Saniya Rivers scored 17 points to lead the Sun, with Olivia Nelson-Ododa adding 15 points and nine rebounds and Tina Charles posting 13 points and nine boards.
  • Aaliyah Edwards contributed eight points in her first game against her former team as Connecticut built a double-digit halftime lead and controlled the second half.
  • Sonia Citron paced the Mystics with 19 points and passed Chamique Holdsclaw for the franchise rookie single-season scoring mark; Washington fell to 16-19.
  • The teams play again Thursday in Uncasville, with Washington’s rotation affected by injuries including Georgia Amoore’s season-ending ACL and additional pregame absences reported.