What happened: The Connecticut Sun are on track to secure a victory in their franchise finale. The impending result leaves Houston and Toronto tied for the top odds in the upcoming 2027 draft lottery.

Why it matters: The outcome alters the bottom of the standings as the Sun conclude their 24-season run. Splitting the highest probability to secure the first overall pick reshapes offseason expectations for both rebuilding franchises. The lottery drawing will dictate which front office ultimately controls the draft board.

What to watch: The league will conduct the draft lottery to establish the final selection order between the tied organizations.