Los Angeles Sparks Face Connecticut Sun at TD Garden in Boston
The Los Angeles Sparks (12-22) take on the Connecticut Sun (8-25) at TD Garden in Boston on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 7 p.m. ET. Fans can catch the action live on NBC Sports Boston and Spectrum SportsNet, or stream the matchup via Fubo.
A Unique Neutral-Site Showcase in Boston
Tuesday night’s matchup brings WNBA action to TD Garden in Boston. Instead of playing at their usual home at Mohegan Sun Arena, the Connecticut Sun host this one-off game at TD Garden. Both squads enter this showcase in Boston looking to right the ship amid tough stretches in the standings.
According to Fubo reporting, the Sun have been mathematically eliminated from playoff contention, holding an 8-25 overall record and a 5-12 mark at home. Meanwhile, the Sparks sit at 12-22 overall with a 7-11 road record, having dropped four consecutive games and eight of their last 10 contests.
Betting Odds and Key Team Statistics
Sportsbooks list the Los Angeles Sparks as narrow favorites on the road. According to data provided by The Athletic, the Sparks carry a -1.5 spread (-115) and a -128 moneyline, while the Sun enter as +1.5 underdogs (-105) with a +110 moneyline. The over/under total is set at 170.5 points.

Statistical breakdowns highlight an intriguing clash of offensive production and defensive vulnerabilities. The Sparks average 88.3 points per game—just 1.1 points more than the 87.2 points the Sun allow defensively. On the flip side, Connecticut averages 79.2 points per contest, which is 13.8 fewer points than the 93.0 points Los Angeles surrenders to opponents.
Injury Reports and Roster Impact
Both teams face significant roster absences heading into the TD Garden clash. The Sparks report Monique Akoa Makani (ankle), Erica Wheeler (ankle), and Cameron Brink (ribs) all sidelined. The Sun play without Brittney Griner (knee) and Aaliyah Edwards (ankle).

Despite the depleted rotations, individual talents continue to anchor both rosters. The Athletic notes that Dearica Hamby paces Los Angeles with 15.1 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game while shooting 56.0% from the floor, which ranks fifth in the league. Leila Lacan chips in with 11.8 points, 4.5 assists, and 2.0 boards per contest.
Where to Tune In
Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Viewers in the local markets and beyond can watch via NBC Sports Boston, Spectrum SportsNet, or through live streaming platforms like Fubo. Regional restrictions may apply to certain broadcasts.
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