What happened: The Phoenix Mercury thanked the Connecticut Sun on Thursday for 24 years of WNBA competition. Phoenix praised the organization for becoming a community fixture over more than two decades. The Mercury expressed gratitude for the shared history between the franchises.
Why it matters: The Sun are preparing for the franchise finale against the Toronto Tempo. Connecticut holds a 10-35 record ahead of the Thursday matchup. The public acknowledgment highlights the organization's legacy as it concludes its tenure in the league.
By the numbers: Connecticut carries a six-game losing streak into Thursday, averaging 78.4 points per game this season. Toronto won both prior head-to-head meetings in June.
What to watch: The Sun host the Tempo at 7:00 p.m. ET on NBA TV.