Sun vs Dream statistics
| Stat |
Sun |
Dream |
| Streak |
W1 |
W1 |
| Last Ten Games |
6-4 |
2-8 |
| Points Per Game |
81.0 |
75.5 |
| Rebounds Per Game |
33.5 |
35.3 |
| Assists Per Game |
19.7 |
18.4 |
| Blocks Per Game |
2.9 |
4.0 |
| Steals Per Game |
8.1 |
7.2 |
| Field Goal % |
43.2 |
41.4 |
| Three Point % |
32.4 |
30.5 |
| Points Against |
73.6 |
81.2 |
Atlanta Dream recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/16/24 |
vs Seattle Storm |
W |
83-81 |
| 7/17/24 |
@ Minnesota Lynx |
L |
86-79 |
| 7/14/24 |
@ Seattle Storm |
L |
81-70 |
| 7/12/24 |
vs Las Vegas Aces |
L |
84-70 |
| 7/10/24 |
@ Chicago Sky |
L |
78-69 |
Connecticut Sun recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/16/24 |
@ Dallas Wings |
W |
109-91 |
| 7/16/24 |
@ New York Liberty |
L |
82-74 |
| 7/14/24 |
vs Phoenix Mercury |
W |
96-69 |
| 7/10/24 |
vs New York Liberty |
L |
71-68 |
| 7/7/24 |
vs Atlanta Dream |
W |
80-67 |
Sun vs Dream predictions
Ah, the Connecticut Sun are rolling into Atlanta with some serious momentum, and a lot of that heat comes from players like DeWanna Bonner and Alyssa Thomas. Bonner, who has been lighting up the scoreboard with an average of 17.2 points per game, is expected to continue her scoring spree. Her ability to maneuver in the clutch and sink critical baskets will be key. Meanwhile, Thomas not only pulls down an impressive 9.1 rebounds per game but also dishes out assists at a remarkable rate (7.8 per game), making her an all-around threat that the Atlanta defense will need to focus on. This dynamic duo is likely to push the pace and create significant challenges for the Dream's defensive strategies.
Switching over to the Atlanta Dream, all eyes might be on Rhyne Howard following her spectacular 30-point performance. Howard, averaging 16.3 points per game, has shown she can be a prolific scorer and might just be finding her rhythm to take on heavyweights like Connecticut. Alongside her, veteran Tina Charles, who averages 8.2 rebounds per game, will need to assert her presence in the paint to help control the board and give Atlanta additional possessions. If these two can sync effectively, they’ll give the Dream a fighting chance to make a dent in Connecticut’s plans.
Given the performance trends and the evident firepower in Connecticut's roster, the Sun appears poised to come away with another win. They’ve consistently shown the ability to execute under pressure, especially in road games where they hold a strong 9-3 record. While Atlanta will undoubtedly put up a spirited fight, especially with Howard finding her groove, the overall cohesion and depth of the Connecticut Sun might just be too much for the Dream to handle on their home court. This matchup is shaping up to be a showcase of Connecticut’s balanced attack overcoming Atlanta’s spirited resistance.
Atlanta Dream injuries
Connecticut Sun injuries
- Tiffany Mitchell (G): Out
- DiJonai Carrington (G): Day-To-Day
Sun vs Dream game info
| Venue |
Gateway Center |
| Location |
College Park, GA |
| Tip-off |
Sun 3:00 PM |
