WNBA Fast Break Classic | Run 4 | Day 6
Today’s Objective(s): 35 Rebounds & 35 Points in the Paint
Recap & Overview:
Recap & Overview:
Rookies Front and Center in a Surprise Result
With only one game on the slate, all eyes were on Dallas and Washington—two teams headlined by three of the league’s top rookies: Paige Bueckers, Kiki Iriafen, and Sonia Citron. Dallas, playing the second half of a back-to-back and missing Bueckers, looked like an easy target on paper. But games aren't played on spreadsheets.
Dallas came out swinging, building a stunning 28–9 lead by the end of the first quarter. Iriafen, normally a steady presence for Washington, struggled mightily, scoring just 8 points on 14.3% shooting with only 2 rebounds. It was Citron who gave the Mystics hope—playing all but 71 seconds of the contest while posting 22 points and 10 boards in a heroic effort. Still, the early hole proved too deep, and Dallas secured the upset.
Fast Break Recap: Star Performers Step Up
With no Bueckers or Jade Melbourne in action, hitting the 15-assist target in both Classic and Pro modes looked grim. But lineups featuring Myisha Hines-Allen (92% usage) and Brittney Sykes (72%) got a crucial lift—each delivering 5 assists to cover 67% of the required output. Their timely facilitation earns them co-honors as the Fast Break Stars of the Day.
On the flip side, Stephanie Dolson, rostered in 27% of lineups, chipped in just one assist. On a day where every dime mattered, that underperformance earns her the Fast Break Dud of the Day nod.
Five-Game Forecast: Momentum, Matchups, and Mayhem
Liberty vs. Dream: New York needs to rebound from recent stumbles, but Atlanta’s defense and tempo could cause issues. This has the feel of a down-to-the-wire battle.
Sky vs. Sparks: Both teams are in playoff limbo. A win here could act as a launching pad—or another missed opportunity.
Aces vs. Mercury: Las Vegas is on the verge of slipping into crisis mode. A loss to Phoenix, a rising title contender, might redefine their season’s ceiling.
Lynx vs. Sun: Minnesota sits comfortably atop the standings. If the Lynx somehow lose to the two-win Sun, it would rank as the biggest upset of the season.
Storm vs. Valkyries: Seattle wants to maintain their upward trajectory. Golden State, hungry to add another quality win to their résumé, could play spoiler again.
From heavyweight clashes to bottom-tier grind-outs, today’s board is a maze of potential. Expect a mix of outcomes—and some headaches if you land on the wrong end of a blowout. Let’s jump into projections and find the optimal edge.
Today’s Objective(s):
WNBA Fast Break Day 6 requires five (5) players who will accumulate 35.0 Rebounds & score 35.0 Points in the Paint, which means each player will need to average 7.0 REB & 7.0 PITP. With ten (10) games scheduled, you have a long list of options today. As these two stats are often correlated, there are also many players who are capable of delivering both objectives. There are no guarantees though considering a single player could completely derail your chances. You also have the option to moneyball it and utilize specialists in one objective or the other.
Little of Both: A'ja Wilson, Nneka Ogwumike, Angel Reese, Brionna Jones, Dearica Hamby
Glass Crashers: Angel Reese, A'ja Wilson, Azura Stevens, Nneka Ogwumike, Brionna Jones
Inside Scorers: Napheesa Collier, Breanna Stewart, A'ja Wilson, Nneka Ogwumike, Alyssa Thomas, Tina Charles, Dearica Hamby, Brionna Jones
Top Five (5) Players in Pro Lineups: B. Jones (79%), A. Thomas (70%), N. Ogwumike (65%), E. Magbegor (45%), D. Hamby (37%)
Upcoming Fast Break Objectives:
Tomorrow’s Objective(s): 60.0 Points Scored (12.0 PTS)
Objective Frequency (after today):
2x: FGM
1: OREB, AST-TO, FGA, FTM, PTS, 3PM
Considerations:
Minnesota has the most number of games this run (5)
Washington has the least number of games this run (1)
There are no games scheduled on June 30 (tomorrow), July 2, & July 4
There are ten (10) teams in action on June 29 (today) & July 3 (most flexibility; set lineups last)
There are only two (2) teams in action on July 1 (least flexibility; set lineups first)
Washington’s last game is on Day 8 this series
Indiana & Los Angeles’s last game is on Day 9 this series
Minnesota will play the last true back-to-back this run (Day 9 & 10)
The dreaded AST-TO makes its first appearance on Day 10
Statistical Approach:
Top players in projected Rebounds & Points in the Paint according to Rotowire & WNBA.com, which is available in the table(s) below. Overall rank is based on daily projections and season averages, which is stack ranked amongst peers for each objective. When there is a single objective, the three data points are still used to stack rank the players vs. ranking solely on projections. For tome+ members, all active player stats are available in the provided data file. Omission of certain players would be based on injuries at the time of data pull.
Classic Run Rewards:
Daily Reward: Top 200
Milestone Reward: 3, 7, & 11 Wins
Run Reward: Top 250
Additional Links & Resources:
nbatopshot.com/fastbreak - set your lineup
Flowty.io - find/rent moments for your Fast Break roster
Tome+ Exclusive: Witty’s Player Targets Guide - players organized by Fast Break utility & rare/legendary prices
Tome Collective’s WNBA Fast Break Line-Up (Commons Only Challenge):
Many Fast Break participants do not have an extensive collection of rare or legendary moments, so they are limited to single use commons. Even with a limited lineup, participants have found a way to reach the maximum rewards. Follow along as the Tome Collective account participates in Fast Break without using any player more than once - in both our success and failures.
That’s win number two, which means we need five more out of the remaining six days to reach the seven win target. Today feels good with the lineup we have, but there are no guarantees. Fingers crossed.
Top Player Options for Fast Break:
The top players for today’s Fast Break objective(s). Source: Rotowire & WNBA.com, 2025.
Projected Rebounds
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Projected Points in the Paint
Projected REB & PITP
WNBA Fast Break Grid
It's essential to consider the opponents, recent performance, and any injury updates before finalizing your Fast Break lineup. Additionally, staying up to date on the latest news and adjusting your roster accordingly will enhance your chances of earning a win today.
WNBA Key Dates:
July 1: Commissioner’s Cup Final
July 17-21: WNBA All-Star Break
September 11: Regular Season Ends
September 14-October 17: WNBA Playoffs
Power Rankings (Week 5) & Notable Fast Break Players:
Minnesota Lynx (12-1) | Napheesa Collier, Courtney Williams | Previous: 1st
New York Liberty (10-3) | Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu | Previous: 2nd
Phoenix Mercury (11-4) | Satou Sabally, Alyssa Thomas | Previous: 4th
Atlanta Dream (10-4) | Rhyne Howard, Brittney Griner | Previous: 3rd
Seattle Storm (9-5) | Skylar Diggins, Nneka Ogwumike | Previous: 5th
Golden State Valkyrie (7-6) | Tiffany Hayes, Julie Vanloo | Previous: 7th
Indiana Fever (6-7) | Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell | Previous: 6th
Las Vegas Aces (6-7) | A’ja Wilson, Jewell Loyd | Previous: 8th
Washington Mystics (6-8) | Brittney Sykes, Kiki Iriafen | Previous: 9th
Los Angeles Sparks (4-10) | Kelsey Plum, Dearica Hamby | Previous: 10th
Chicago Sky (3-10) | Angel Reese, Kamilla Cardoso | Previous: 11th
Dallas Wings (3-12) | Arike Ogunbowale, Paige Bueckers | Previous: 13th
Connecticut Sun (2-12) | Tina Charles, Marina Mabrey | Previous: 12th
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