Key Moments
The Connecticut Sun continued their strong start to the season with a decisive 92-78 victory over the Chicago Bulls. The Sun's balanced scoring attack and stifling defense proved too much for the visiting Bulls to handle.
The game was tight early on, with the teams trading baskets in the first quarter. However, the Sun began to pull away in the second quarter, outscoring the Bulls 27-18 to take a 10-point lead into halftime.
The third quarter was where the Sun really seized control of the game. They opened the half on a 13-4 run, stretching their advantage to 19 points. The Bulls struggled to find any offensive rhythm against the Sun's relentless defensive pressure, committing several turnovers that led to easy transition opportunities for the home team.
Player Impact
Rookie guard Saniya Rivers continued her impressive start to the season, leading the Sun with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Veteran forward Aneesah Morrow added 18 points and 9 rebounds, while Leila Lacan chipped in 15 points and 4 steals.
For the Bulls, Kahleah Copper tried to keep her team in the game, scoring a team-high 19 points. However, the Sun's depth and balance proved too much, as no other Bulls player scored more than 12 points.
TL;DR
- The Connecticut Sun cruised to a 92-78 victory over the Chicago Bulls behind a balanced scoring effort and stifling defense.
- Rookie Saniya Rivers led the way for the Sun with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.
- The Sun pulled away in the second and third quarters, outscoring the Bulls by a combined 40-22 margin in those frames.
- The loss drops the Bulls to 2-4 on the season, while the Sun improve to 5-1 and remain near the top of the WNBA standings.