What happened: A WNBA regular-season game in Montreal drew 20,996 fans to the Bell Centre, setting a new league attendance record. The game was tied in the closing stretch, adding drama to the sellout crowd.
Why it matters: The mark tops the previous WNBA regular-season attendance record and signals continued growth in the league's audience beyond traditional U.S. markets. A tight, tied score down the stretch added to a night already defined by the crowd size.
By the numbers: 20,996 fans attended the game at Bell Centre in Montreal, a WNBA regular-season attendance record.
What to watch: The final score and box score will follow as the game concludes.