WNBA Dimes
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Generated sports podcast with host Cookie based on prompt: Daily WNBA news. Scores, highlights, and general news. Call it WNBA Dimes
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Hey! It's Cookie O'Clock! Welcome to another episode of WNBA Dimes, where we dish out the hottest hoops action from across the league. I'm Brooke, your guide to all things buzzer-beater and beyond. Buckle those seatbelts; we've got quite a ride ahead!
First up, let's savor a victory sundae as the Connecticut Sun snapped a 10-game skid by defeating the Seattle Storm 93-83. Talk about a comeback! After trailing by 14 in the first quarter, the Sun shelled out some serious heat, outscoring the Storm 75-56 in the final three quarters. Tina Charles was an absolute powerhouse, dropping a season-high 29 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. That's double-double number 82 for her — tying the franchise record. Tina, you’re a record machine! Rookie Saniya Rivers also shone with impressive defensive energy.
Meanwhile, in Chicago, it was a night of legends and lights as the Sky took down the Dallas Wings 87-76 during Allie Quigley's jersey retirement. The crowd was electric! Rebecca Allen lit up the scoreboard with a sparkling 27 points off the bench, raining down triples like confetti. Angel Reese kept things steady with her seventh straight double-double. The Sky found their rhythm just in time, securing their sixth win, long enough to make Quigley proud.
And in a stunning twist of the gamebook, the Phoenix Mercury upset the top-ranked Minnesota Lynx 79-71. Alyssa Thomas led the surge with a career-high 29 points, turning up the heat in the fourth quarter. The Lynx were ahead before Phoenix swooped in with a 19-4 rally, flipping the script and snagging the win.
It's almost All-Star time, and the rosters are set! Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier have drafted their squads for the big game in Indianapolis. Clark, blending her collegiate ties, while Collier went heavy on UConn pride. And yes, the head coaches are doing a team swap for extra strategic drama!
Now, let’s shine the spotlight on some standout performances of the day. Alyssa Thomas, with those 29 points and agile play, you were sublime! Rebecca Allen, a basket from every angle — you kept the Sky high! And Tina Charles, hitting those free throws with flair, you’re the comeback queen!
As we glance ahead, the Sun are setting their sights on Indiana, the Sky are prepping for a showdown with the Lynx, and the Mercury will battle it out against the Aces. It's a big weekend!
Alright, hoop fans, that wraps up this edition of WNBA Dimes. Keep your sneakers tied and your popcorn ready for tomorrow’s deep dive into all things WNBA. Until then, may your jump shots be silky and your defense unbreakable. Keep dreaming big and dribbling wide!
## WNBA Dimes – July 9, 2025
### Connecticut Sun 93, Seattle Storm 83
Uncasville, CT – The Connecticut Sun snapped a 10-game losing streak with a hard-fought 93-83 victory over the Seattle Storm at Mohegan Sun Arena on Camp Day. After falling behind by 14 points in the first quarter, the Sun outscored the Storm 75-56 over the final three quarters to claim the win ([sun.wnba.com](https://sun.wnba.com/news/connecticut-takes-down-seattle-at-home-93-83?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [ctinsider.com](https://www.ctinsider.com/sports/article/wnba-connecticut-sun-losing-streak-tina-charles-20763061.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Tina Charles spearheaded the comeback effort with a season-high 29 points and 11 rebounds, marking her second double-double of the season and tying her franchise record for career double-doubles (82) alongside Alyssa Thomas ([sun.wnba.com](https://sun.wnba.com/news/connecticut-takes-down-seattle-at-home-93-83?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [ctinsider.com](https://www.ctinsider.com/sports/article/wnba-connecticut-sun-losing-streak-tina-charles-20763061.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Charles shot 11-for-22 from the field and 7-for-8 from the charity stripe, while guard Jacy Sheldon chipped in a season-high 16 points (4-for-6 from three) along with four assists ([sun.wnba.com](https://sun.wnba.com/news/connecticut-takes-down-seattle-at-home-93-83?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [ctinsider.com](https://www.ctinsider.com/sports/article/wnba-connecticut-sun-losing-streak-tina-charles-20763061.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Rookie Saniya Rivers contributed 11 points, seven assists, four rebounds, and four steals, providing crucial defensive energy in the second half ([ctinsider.com](https://www.ctinsider.com/sports/article/wnba-connecticut-sun-losing-streak-tina-charles-20763061.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
#### Key Run
In the second quarter, Bria Hartley ignited a 7-0 run with a driving layup and an assist to Aneesah Morrow, cutting Seattle’s lead to two points and shifting momentum in favor of the Sun ([ctinsider.com](https://www.ctinsider.com/sports/article/wnba-connecticut-sun-losing-streak-tina-charles-20763061.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Connecticut never relinquished control after Charles’ go-ahead jumper early in the third quarter, finishing with a 52-point performance in the second half ([ctinsider.com](https://www.ctinsider.com/sports/article/wnba-connecticut-sun-losing-streak-tina-charles-20763061.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
### Chicago Sky 87, Dallas Wings 76
Chicago, IL – On Allie Quigley Jersey Retirement Night at Wintrust Arena, the Chicago Sky halted their two-game skid by defeating the Dallas Wings 87-76 ([sportskeeda.com](https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/wnba/news-chicago-sky-vs-dallas-wings-game-player-stats-box-score-july-9-2025-wnba-season?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [oursportscentral.com](https://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/dallas-wings-vs-chicago-sky-full-game-highlights-july-9-2025/n-6253542?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Rebecca Allen provided a spark off the bench with a season-high 27 points (9-for-13 FG, 5-for-7 3PT) and six rebounds, including five triples that kept Chicago comfortably ahead in the fourth quarter ([sportskeeda.com](https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/wnba/news-chicago-sky-vs-dallas-wings-game-player-stats-box-score-july-9-2025-wnba-season?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [oursportscentral.com](https://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/dallas-wings-vs-chicago-sky-full-game-highlights-july-9-2025/n-6253542?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Angel Reese recorded her seventh straight double-double with 15 points and 11 rebounds, dominating the paint on both ends of the floor ([sportskeeda.com](https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/wnba/news-chicago-sky-vs-dallas-wings-game-player-stats-box-score-july-9-2025-wnba-season?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
#### Game Flow
Chicago led by one at the end of the first quarter (19-18) before outscoring Dallas 26-19 in the second to build an eight-point halftime advantage ([sportskeeda.com](https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/wnba/news-chicago-sky-vs-dallas-wings-game-player-stats-box-score-july-9-2025-wnba-season?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). The Wings threatened early in the third with an 18-9 run to briefly tie the game, but the Sky countered to reclaim control and closed out the period leading 71-62 ([sportskeeda.com](https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/wnba/news-chicago-sky-vs-dallas-wings-game-player-stats-box-score-july-9-2025-wnba-season?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). In the fourth, a 5-0 run extended the margin to 14, and Chicago held on for its sixth victory of the season ([sportskeeda.com](https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/wnba/news-chicago-sky-vs-dallas-wings-game-player-stats-box-score-july-9-2025-wnba-season?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Li Yueru led Dallas with a double-double of 18 points and 10 rebounds, while Paige Bueckers scored 17 points and dished four assists ([sportskeeda.com](https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/wnba/news-chicago-sky-vs-dallas-wings-game-player-stats-box-score-july-9-2025-wnba-season?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
### Phoenix Mercury 79, Minnesota Lynx 71
Phoenix, AZ – In a major upset, the Phoenix Mercury toppled the top-ranked Minnesota Lynx 79-71 at Footprint Center, snapping Minnesota’s 17-3 start and handing them only their third loss of the season ([oursportscentral.com](https://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/minnesota-lynx-vs-phoenix-mercury-full-game-highlights-july-9-2025/n-6253496?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [espn.com](https://www.espn.com/wnba/boxscore/_/gameId/401736236?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Alyssa Thomas was spectacular for Phoenix, pouring in a career-high 29 points along with eight rebounds, five assists, and two steals to lead the comeback ([oursportscentral.com](https://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/minnesota-lynx-vs-phoenix-mercury-full-game-highlights-july-9-2025/n-6253496?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [espn.com](https://www.espn.com/wnba/boxscore/_/gameId/401736236?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Minnesota’s Courtney Williams led all scorers with 21 points, adding six rebounds and five assists, while Napheesa Collier chipped in 18 points and seven boards ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/wnba/boxscore/_/gameId/401736236?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
#### Fourth-Quarter Surge
With Minnesota ahead by seven late in the fourth quarter, Phoenix executed a decisive 19-4 run, fueled by Thomas’ six straight points that flipped the game in favor of the Mercury. The Lynx committed eight turnovers in the final frame and managed just two field goals over the last six minutes ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/wnba/boxscore/_/gameId/401736236?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Minnesota finished with 16 turnovers overall, which Phoenix converted into 20 points, sealing the upset ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/wnba/boxscore/_/gameId/401736236?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
## General News
- **2025 WNBA All-Star Rosters Finalized**: Team captains Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier announced their rosters for the AT&T WNBA All-Star Game on July 19 in Indianapolis. Clark’s squad blends her collegiate ties—Gamecocks, Hawkeyes, Ducks—by selecting Aliyah Boston, A’ja Wilson, and Satou Sabally, while Collier emphasized her UConn and Unrivaled affiliations with picks like Breanna Stewart, Allisha Gray, Paige Bueckers, and Nneka Ogwumike. The captains swapped head coaches, with Sandy Brondello leading Team Clark and Cheryl Reeve coaching Team Collier ([swishappeal.com](https://www.swishappeal.com/2025/7/9/24464305/wnba-all-star-game-draft-team-caitlin-clark-napheesa-collier-captains-uconn-unrivaled-paige-angel?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
- **All-Star Reserves Announced**: The WNBA unveiled its 12 All-Star reserves, featuring guards Sonia Citron (Washington Mystics), Skylar Diggins (Seattle Storm), and Rhyne Howard (Atlanta Dream), plus frontcourt standouts Angel Reese (Chicago Sky) and Alyssa Thomas (Phoenix Mercury), among others ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_WNBA_All-Star_Game?utm_source=chatgpt.com)).
## Daily Standouts
- Alyssa Thomas, PHO: 29 PTS, 8 REB, 5 AST, 2 STL (career-high) ([oursportscentral.com](https://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/minnesota-lynx-vs-phoenix-mercury-full-game-highlights-july-9-2025/n-6253496?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [espn.com](https://www.espn.com/wnba/boxscore/_/gameId/401736236?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
- Rebecca Allen, CHI: 27 PTS off bench, 6 REB, 5-for-7 3PT ([sportskeeda.com](https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/wnba/news-chicago-sky-vs-dallas-wings-game-player-stats-box-score-july-9-2025-wnba-season?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [oursportscentral.com](https://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/dallas-wings-vs-chicago-sky-full-game-highlights-july-9-2025/n-6253542?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
- Tina Charles, CON: 29 PTS, 11 REB, 7-for-8 FT ([sun.wnba.com](https://sun.wnba.com/news/connecticut-takes-down-seattle-at-home-93-83?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [ctinsider.com](https://www.ctinsider.com/sports/article/wnba-connecticut-sun-losing-streak-tina-charles-20763061.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
## Up Next
- Connecticut Sun at Indiana Fever (Fri, Jul 11)
- Chicago Sky vs. Minnesota Lynx (Sat, Jul 12)
- Phoenix Mercury vs. Las Vegas Aces (Fri, Jul 11)
Stay tuned tomorrow for the next edition of **WNBA Dimes**, your daily deep dive into all WNBA action.
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