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Phoenix Mercury vs. Connecticut Sun Prediction, Preview, and Odds – 7-14-2024
A nationally televised matchup in the WNBA is set for Sunday afternoon when the Phoenix Mercury (12-11, 4th West) take on the Connecticut Sun (17-5, 2nd East). Phoenix just lost by nine on the road in Indiana, and Connecticut lost by three at home to New York. This will be the third matchup between these teams this season, as the Sun have won each of the first two games. Tipoff is set for 1:00 EST from Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut.
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Mercury’s Roster is Thin
The WNBA is approaching the long gap in their schedule, when the league takes a break for their players to play in the Olympics. Phoenix only has two games left until reaching that break, and the team could use the time to get healthy. The Mercury only had seven players healthy for their last game against Indiana, and lost Brittney Griner to an injury after she only played 11 minutes. Kahleah Copper did what she could with 36 points, but the team still lost to the Fever.
Copper is the top scorer on the team at 23.5 PPG, and adds another 4.4 RPG and 2.3 APG. She is a 6’1 guard and she took 25 shots in their last game, as Brittney Griner left the game with an injury, and Diana Taurasi was out with a lower leg injury. Natasha Cloud was also out, leaving the Mercury without three of their top four scorers. With all the injuries, the top scorer behind Copper is Sophie Cunningham, she is a 6’1 guard averaging 8.0 PPG, but she stepped up with 21 points against the Fever. The Mercury also got 10 points and seven rebounds from Mikiah Herbert Harrigan against Indiana and she is only averaging 3.2 PPG.
The Mercury are 4th in the league in scoring with 83.9 PPG, and their defense is 9th by allowing 85.2 PPG. Phoenix plays at a fast tempo, leading to more points on both ends of the floor. The Mercury are 5th in the league in made threes per game, but they will still be without their top shooter as Diana Taurasi will miss this game. Natasha Cloud is also out, and Brittney Griner is listed as day-to-day for this game.
Connecticut Holds on to Second
The Connecticut Sun have won three of their last four games, with their only loss coming to the best team in the league in the New York Liberty. Connecticut is second in the Eastern Conference, and second in the overall league standings which factor in for playoff position. They are two games behind the Liberty in the standings, and have a 1.5-game lead over the Lynx in third. In their last game, Connecticut was led by Dewanna Bonner with 22 points and nine rebounds in the loss to New York.
The Sun have five players averaging double figures in scoring, and all five are in the starting lineup. Bonner is the top scorer of all of them, she is a 6’4 forward getting 17.1 PPG and 6.3 RPG. Bonner has been on fire lately, as she has scored 22 or more in each of her last three games. Brionna Jones is a 6’3 forward and DiJonai Carrington is a 5’11 guard, and each of those players average exactly 13.0 PPG. Alyssa Thomas is their best all-around player, she is a 6’2 forward scoring 11.5 PPG, and she also leads the team with 9.4 RPG and 7.9 APG.
The Sun are 8th in the league in scoring with 79.3 PPG, but they also have to top defense in the league by only allowing 72.7 PPG. The Sun play at a much slower tempo than the Mercury, and rely on their interior defense to get stops in the paint. Connecticut does not shoot much from the outside, as they are only 10th in the league in made threes per game.
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Best Bets for Phoenix Mercury vs. Connecticut Sun
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Connecticut gets to play Phoenix at the perfect time, as the Mercury have five injuries listed on their report, and may only have six players for this game. Diana Taurasi is out, and Brittney Griner may also miss this game as she went down in their last outing. On top of this, important contributors Natasha Cloud and Sug Sutton will miss this game as well. This is bad news for Phoenix, as they must take on this Connecticut team that is at full strength. Their whole starting lineup averages 10 or more points per game, and they are all active for this game. Even if Griner plays, she may be slowed by her injury, and Connecticut will dominate the middle with their multiple forwards inside. Bonner, Thomas and Jones can all finish around the rim, and will take advantage of this thin Phoenix roster. Connecticut is the deeper team, and will run the Mercury off the floor on national television.
Take the Sun to cover.
Prediction: Connecticut to cover
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There is a clash of styles in this game, Connecticut likes to play slow, and the Mercury push the pace. Connecticut has multiple forwards who can score on the inside, but also protect the paint on the defensive end. They play slow and utilize their advantages inside. Phoenix plays faster, but they are so limited by injuries that they will not be able to control the tempo. The Mercury could potentially start this game with only six available players, they will not be fresh enough to keep pushing the tempo on every possession. The only scorer left on Phoenix is Copper, but Connecticut knows this and will focus all their defensive energy on stopping the Mercury’s star guard. Connecticut wins the battle of tempo, and slows this game down forcing an under.
Take the under.
Prediction: Under
NORWICH, Conn. (WTNH) — Norwich Public Utilities said last week that it will be increasing power and gas bills beginning next month.
Residential and commercial customers will see the increase reflected on their bills on June 1. Electric customers will see an increase of about $20 per month, natural gas customers will see an increase of about $5 per month, officials said.
Officials said the adjustments are due to the increased cost of purchasing electricity and natural gas. As a result, Norwich Public Utilities increased its Purchased Power Adjustment (PPA) and Purchased Gas Adjustment (PGA).
Despite the adjustments, officials said NPU customers will continue to see bills about 10-15% less than those of investor-owned utility companies.
Officials said this is not a rate increase but a reflection of the increased cost of these commodities. The funds collected from customers through the adjustments are sent to the suppliers.
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BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (WTNH) — A New Haven man was sentenced to six years in federal prison on Monday for violating the terms of his release after he was found in possession of narcotics, including meth pills shaped like Super Mario in 2024.
According to the Office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Connecticut, 33-year-old Ronnell Rogers was pulled over in New Haven on May 2, 2024, and was found with fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin packaged for distribution, and meth pills shaped like “cartoon characters,” including Mario.
Rogers had been sentenced to 37 months in federal prison in 2022 for drug distribution and firearm possession, as well as 14 months for violating the terms of his supervised release for a previous federal conviction for unlawful possession of ammunition by a felon. He was released in March 2024.
Rogers has been in federal custody since May 30, 2024, and pleaded guilty to possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute and distribution of fentanyl.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The Connecticut Lottery offers several draw games for those willing to make a bet to win big.
Those who want to play in Connecticut can enter the CT Lotto, Millionaire for Life and Cash 5 games as well as play the national Powerball and Mega Millions games. There are also two drawings a day for the Play 3 with Wild Ball and Play 4 with Wild Ball games.
Drawings are held at regular days and times, check the end of this story to see the schedule.
Here’s a look at Sunday, May 10, 2026 results for each game:
Winning Cash 5 numbers from May 10 drawing
02-26-27-31-32
Check Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Play3 numbers from May 10 drawing
Day: 2-7-1, WB: 4
Night: 5-1-4, WB: 1
Check Play3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Play4 numbers from May 10 drawing
Day: 1-5-5-1, WB: 1
Night: 9-6-7-1, WB: 5
Check Play4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from May 10 drawing
01-03-20-35-46, Bonus: 05
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
Connecticut Lottery prizes up to $599 can be easily claimed at any authorized CT Lottery Retailer without additional forms or documentation or by mail. For prizes between $600 and $5,000, winners have the option to claim by mail or in person at any CT Lottery High-Tier Claim Center or CT Lottery Headquarters. For prizes between $5,001 and $49,999, winnings must be claimed in person at the Connecticut Lottery headquarters or by mail. All prizes over $50,000 must be claimed in person at CT Lottery Headquarters. Winners are required to bring a government-issued photo ID and their Social Security card.
CT Lottery Claims Dept.
15 Sterling Drive
Wallingford, CT 06492
For additional details, including locations of High-Tier Claim Centers, visit the Connecticut Lottery’s claim information page.
When are the Connecticut Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 10:30 p.m. daily.
- Lotto: 10:38 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday.
- Cash 5: 10:29 p.m. daily.
- Play3 Day: 1:57 p.m. daily.
- Play3 Night: 10:29 p.m. daily.
- Play4 Day: 1:57 p.m. daily.
- Play4 Night: 10:29 p.m. daily.
- Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. daily.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Connecticut editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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