Connecticut Sun Pull Away in Second Half, Defeat Tempo 95–81 in Season Finale
UNCASVILLE, Conn. — September 24, 2026 — The Toronto Tempo closed out their inaugural WNBA regular season Thursday night with a 95–81 loss to the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena.
The result left Toronto with an 11–33 record to finish the season.
The Tempo stayed within striking distance through the opening half, but Connecticut used a decisive third-quarter surge to take control.
Toronto trailed 23–20 after one quarter and entered halftime down just 38–36.
The game changed in the third, however, as Connecticut outscored Toronto 31–21 to establish a 69–57 advantage heading into the fourth.
Tempo Leaders
Kiki Rice led all Toronto scorers with 28 points and eight rebounds, providing the Tempo with their primary offensive spark.
Isabelle Harrison added 10 points and 10 rebounds, recording a double-double, while Julie Allemand finished with a team-high five assists.
By the Numbers
Toronto shot 25-for-74 (33.8%) from the field and struggled from three-point range, going 5-for-29 (17.2%). The Tempo were much more effective at the free-throw line, converting 26 of 30 attempts (86.7%).
Connecticut shot 50.0%, making 37 of 74 field-goal attempts, and finished with a 19–13 advantage in assists. Toronto did hold a slight 47–46 rebounding edge.
The Turning Point
The third quarter proved decisive. After Toronto remained within two points at halftime, Connecticut produced a 31-point third quarter, creating the first substantial separation of the night. Toronto battled back in the fourth but could not erase the deficit.
A Historic Night in Connecticut
The game was also significant for the Sun, who played their final game in Connecticut before the franchise relocates to Houston. Connecticut celebrated its history at Mohegan Sun Arena while closing out the night with the 95–81 victory.
Final Takeaway
The Tempo finish their first WNBA regular season at 11–33. Toronto showed competitiveness during stretches of the finale, particularly in the opening half, but Connecticut’s superior shooting and third-quarter execution ultimately decided the game.
