It’s the Minnesota Lynx versus the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena on July 8, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Location: Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT
- TV Channels: USA Network, Victory+
- League Package: WNBA League Pass
How to Watch Minnesota Lynx vs. Connecticut Sun on July 8, 2026
You can watch the Connecticut Sun take on the Minnesota Lynx live on DIRECTV on USA Network and Victory+ on July 8, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET.
Minnesota Lynx (15-6) at Connecticut Sun (5-16) — Game Preview
The Minnesota Lynx (15-6) visit the Connecticut Sun (5-16) at Mohegan Sun Arena on July 8, 2026. Minnesota’s offense is scoring at a 90.2 points per game clip this season, well ahead of Connecticut’s 80.0 average, and the Lynx also hold an edge on the glass at 36.5 rebounds a game compared to the Sun’s 33.6.
Kayla McBride paces Minnesota at 15.4 points per game, shooting 87.9 percent from the free throw line and 35.4 percent from three. Courtney Williams pairs with her in the backcourt, scoring 16.2 points a night while running the offense at 4.1 assists per game and a 2.3 assist-to-turnover ratio. Aneesah Morrow does the heavy lifting for Connecticut with 10.5 points and 9.4 rebounds a game, and Saniya Rivers directs the offense at 3.2 assists per game.
Minnesota is without Napheesa Collier, who remains out with a left ankle sprain, which leaves McBride and Williams to shoulder more of the scoring load. The Lynx sit alone atop the Western Conference at 15-6 while the Sun are 7.5 games back in the East at 5-16.
Regional Coverage
Victory+
National TV
USA Network
League Packages
WNBA League Pass
What Time is the Minnesota Lynx vs. Connecticut Sun Game Today?
The Minnesota Lynx vs. Connecticut Sun game starts at 7:30 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Minnesota Lynx vs. Connecticut Sun?
You can watch Minnesota Lynx vs. Connecticut Sun on USA Network, Victory+ and WNBA League Pass (blackout restrictions and other exclusions may apply).
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Players to Watch: Minnesota Lynx vs. Connecticut Sun
Minnesota Lynx
Kayla McBride — G. A steady veteran presence in Minnesota’s backcourt, McBride is averaging 15.4 points per game while shooting a sharp 87.9 percent from the free throw line. She has also hit 35.4 percent of her three-point attempts, giving the Lynx a reliable outside threat with Napheesa Collier sidelined.
Courtney Williams — G. Williams runs the show for Minnesota, scoring 16.2 points a game to go with 4.1 assists and just 1.8 turnovers per outing. Her 2.3 assist-to-turnover ratio stands out on the roster, and she is shooting 46.6 percent from the field this season.
Natasha Howard — F. On the glass, Howard leads the Lynx with 8.0 rebounds per game, splitting her work with 4.6 defensive boards and 3.3 offensive boards a night. That combination makes her one of the more complete rebounders on the floor in this matchup.
Connecticut Sun
Aneesah Morrow — F. Morrow does a bit of everything for Connecticut, putting up 10.5 points and 9.4 rebounds per game while splitting her boards between 6.6 defensive and 2.8 offensive rebounds. She is shooting 39.3 percent from the field and 65.8 percent at the line.
Saniya Rivers — G. The Sun lean on Rivers to set the table, and she is delivering 3.2 assists per game against just 1.7 turnovers over 23.4 minutes a night. Her ball security gives Connecticut a stabilizing presence in the backcourt.
Brittney Griner — C. Griner brings size and rim protection to the middle, averaging 5.8 rebounds and 1.8 blocks per game across her appearances this season. She has also been efficient when she scores, connecting on 53.7 percent of her field goal attempts.
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