Particle.news
Get it on Google Play
Download on the App Store
4 ARTICLES
·
3w ago

Toronto Tempo Secure First WNBA Win, Beating Storm 86–73

The new Canadian franchise signaled early momentum after a narrow debut loss.

(Photo by Tara Walton/NBAE via Getty Images)
Image
Kiki Rice of the Toronto Tempo steps to the basket against Zia Cooke of the Seattle Storm at Coca-Cola Coliseum in Toronto on Wednesday.
Image

Overview

  • The Toronto Tempo beat the Seattle Storm 86-73 at Coca-Cola Coliseum to record the franchise’s first WNBA win.
  • The breakthrough came in the club’s second official game after a 68-65 season-opening loss to the Washington Mystics.
  • A loud home crowd turned out, with part-owner and chief hype officer Lilly Singh and other local figures spotted courtside.
  • Season-ticket demand has been strong, including one buyer paying about $12,000 for a pair of courtside seats.
  • The Tempo now start a U.S. road swing and their next home game is set for May 23 against the Portland Fire.