Sun vs Dream WNBA Pick: Can Connecticut Snap Atlanta’s Win Streak? (Sep 10)

• The Sun are 11-32 and have the third-worst record in the league.
• Phoenix is 29-14 and currently sits in the No. 4 spot in the league playoff race.
• These teams previously squared off on Sep. 8, with the Dream claiming an 87-62 victory.

One of the games on Wednesday’s WNBA slate features the Connecticut Sun hosting the Atlanta Dream. Who has the edge in our Sun vs Dream pick?

Sun Shooting For Their 12th Win Of The Season, While Atlanta Looks To Extend Win Streak To Six Games

Following a 101-85 win against the Dallas Wings, Connecticut has dropped three of its last four contests. This includes an 87-62 setback against the Dream on Monday night.

After Saniya Rivers knocked down a long 3-pointer, Connecticut pulled within 45-43 at the break. Atlanta clung to a 52-49 lead at the 5:56 mark in the third quarter before going on a crucial 16-3 burst, increasing its advantage to 16 points heading into the final frame.

After limiting the Sun to nine points in the third quarter, the Dream’s defense only allowed 10 points over the final 10 minutes, outscoring Connecticut 42-19 in the second half.

Rivers was the top scorer for Connecticut. She finished with 16 points, four rebounds, and two assists. Rhyne Howard led the way for Atlanta, putting up 18 points, along with six dimes, five boards, and two steals.

Atlanta turned 14 Connecticut turnovers into 18 points. The Dream also enjoyed a 52-26 advantage in paint points.

Sun vs Dream WNBA Pick

Connecticut is 12th in scoring and 11th in points allowed per outing (85.9). Meanwhile, Atlanta ranks second in both offensive and defensive efficiency.

The Sun have dropped two of the three head-to-head matchups this season. Additionally, they are 1-4 in the previous five meetings and have averaged just 69.4 points per contest during that stretch. In other words, look for Atlanta to sweep the two-game set.