Olivia Nelson-Ododa Scores 18 as Connecticut Sun Beat Sparks 85-77 in Boston

The Connecticut Sun defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 85-77 on Tuesday, with Olivia Nelson-Ododa main the best way with 18 factors and 11 rebounds.

The recreation was performed at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts, marking the Sun’s third and remaining regular-season recreation within the metropolis through the 2026 season.

TD Garden shouldn’t be Connecticut’s traditional house venue. The matchup was a part of the Sun’s 2026 Boston-hosted regular-season schedule.

Connecticut managed the sport from the opening tip, constructing an early lead within the first quarter.

The Sun outscored the Sparks 27-19 within the first quarter and 26-15 within the third, whereas Los Angeles received the second quarter 20-19 and the fourth 22-13. The remaining rating stood at 85-77 in Connecticut’s favor.

Nelson-Ododa’s 18-point, 11-rebound double-double anchored the Sun’s offense. Kennedy Burke added 17 factors, and Diamond Miller contributed 13 factors.

Leila Lacan ran the offense effectively, allotting 10 assists to assist arrange her teammates all through the sport.

Los Angeles was led by Rae Burrell, who scored 19 factors. Nneka Ogwumike added 18 factors, and Dearica Hamby chipped in 15 factors for the Sparks within the loss.
Tuesday’s recreation was a part of the WNBA’s 2026 common season.