The Portland Fire handed the New York Liberty their third consecutive loss with an 81-74 victory, while the Seattle Valkyries overwhelmed the Connecticut Sun, 97-70. The Chicago Sky are prioritizing improved ball movement to reignite their offense, and Brittney Sykes of the Toronto Tempo credits a blunt conversation for her leadership growth. Aneesah Morrow of the Connecticut Sun embraces her undersized stature as a competitive advantage.