A Cinderella Story For The Ages

The Connecticut Sun are the 2023 WNBA Champions!

A Cinderella Story for the Ages

The Connecticut Sun's victory marks a remarkable triumph for a team that faced adversity throughout the season. Despite losing key players to injury, the Sun rallied together and overcame the odds to claim the championship.

DeWanna Bonner's MVP Performance

DeWanna Bonner was a force to be reckoned with throughout the playoffs, averaging 20.2 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 4.8 assists per game. Her dominant performance earned her the WNBA Finals MVP award.

Alyssa Thomas's Impact

Alyssa Thomas, the reigning WNBA Defensive Player of the Year, played a pivotal role in the Sun's success. Her relentless defense and ability to create turnovers were crucial to the team's efforts.

Sun's Road to the Championship

• Defeated the Dallas Wings in the first round, 3-1.
• Upset the No. 1-seeded Chicago Sky in the semifinals, 3-2.
• Clinched the championship with a 3-1 series victory over the Washington Mystics.

Mystics Fall Short in Title Defense

The Washington Mystics, who won the championship in 2019, fell short in their bid to defend their title. The team struggled to find consistency throughout the playoffs and ultimately bowed to the Sun's resilience.

Legacy of the Sun

The Connecticut Sun's championship victory cements their legacy as one of the most successful teams in WNBA history. They have now won four WNBA titles, tying them with the Los Angeles Sparks for the second-most championships in league history.