The Toronto Tempo's 11-game losing streak continued after a 101-95 defeat against the Indiana Fever, despite the much-anticipated return of Brittney Sykes. The game drew a crowd of 19,300 at Scotiabank Arena, eager to see both Sykes and rising star Caitlin Clark. While Sykes was welcomed with loud cheers, it wasn't enough to inspire a win for the struggling Tempo, who now sit at 0-3 in showcase games. Indiana's Kelsey Mitchell led the scoring with 29 points, maintaining an impressive streak of 20-plus points for 20 consecutive games. Coach Stephanie White praised the growth and enthusiasm around the WNBA, highlighting the expanding fan base for both teams.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Fever 101, Tempo 95.
  • Tempo’s shooting percentage: .391; Fever's shooting percentage: .529.
  • Kelsey Mitchell scored 29 points, tying for the longest streak of 20+ points in league history.
State of Play
  • Tempo has now lost 11 consecutive games.
  • Sykes scored 15 points in 21 minutes, returning from an eight-week injury absence.
  • The Fever now have the most-watched team status in the league.
What's Next

The Tempo will face the Washington Mystics on Wednesday, followed by two games in Vancouver as part of a cross-Canada series. Continued losses may prompt coaching and roster evaluations in Toronto.

Bottom Line

The excitement around players like Sykes and Clark showcases the growing popularity of women's basketball, despite the Tempo's struggles. The franchise must find a way to capitalize on fan engagement to turn around their season.