WNBA Fast Break Classic | Run 5 | Day 5
Today’s Objective(s): 25 Rebounds & 25 Points in the Paint
WNBA Scores:
Fever Catch Fire Late, Overpower Dream in Comeback Win (Fever 99, Dream 82)
Indiana flipped the script in the second half, torching Atlanta with a 59-point surge to erase a halftime deficit and close out a 99–82 win at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Sophie Cunningham was the sparkplug—16 points, 10 rebounds, and a career-high in boards—while Kelsey Mitchell dropped 25 points and Aliyah Boston added 19 points and 8 assists. Caitlin Clark struggled from the field but facilitated well, and the Fever’s fourth-quarter defense sealed the deal. For a team clawing back to .500, this was a momentum-builder with bite.
Storm Cruise Against Sun, Ride Ogwumike-Diggins Duo to Victory (Storm 79, Sun 65)
Seattle locked in and never looked back. Behind Skylar Diggins’ 21 points and Nneka Ogwumike’s 18 and 7, the Storm controlled tempo and spacing to sweep the season series against Connecticut. The Sun, fresh off snapping a 10-game skid, couldn’t replicate their offensive rhythm and were held to just 65 points at Climate Pledge Arena. Seattle’s defensive rotations and rebounding edge kept the Sun chasing shadows. For the Storm, it’s another notch in a quietly surging campaign.
Fast Break Recap: Day 4
Yesterday’s 92% success rate marks the second day in a row where over 90% earned a win. The positive outcome was largely attributed to Jordin Canada as she was utilized in 81% of lineups and contributed 70% of the day’s objective. With her performance, she earned the Fast Break Star of the Day. As none of the other four players with the highest utilization lagged on the day, there were no clear Duds of the Day.
Today’s Matchups:
Minnesota Lynx (18-3) vs Chicago Sky (6-13) | 1:00PM ET | 5:00PM UTC
The Lynx head to Wintrust Arena with an 80% win probability and a ten-point spread in their favor. Napheesa Collier continues her MVP-caliber campaign, while Kayla McBride’s shooting and Alanna Smith’s rim protection round out a squad that’s firing on all cylinders. Chicago, meanwhile, leans on Angel Reese’s rebounding and Kamilla Cardoso’s interior presence, but their 5–12 record and recent inconsistencies make this a steep climb. Expect Minnesota to dictate tempo early and extend their dominance unless Chicago finds a way to disrupt the Lynx’s rhythm.
Golden State Valkyries (10-8) vs Las Vegas Aces (9-11) | 4:00PM ET | 8:00PM UTC
In Paradise, the Golden State Valkyries face the Las Vegas Aces in a near-even matchup with Vegas holding a slight edge at home. Jewell Loyd and A’ja Wilson anchor the Aces, though Wilson’s recent wrist injury casts uncertainty over her availability. Golden State counters with rookie standout Kate Martin and Temi Fágbénlé’s defensive versatility, fresh off a 21-point outing from Burton. With both teams hovering around .500 and playoff positioning on the line, this one could swing late—but if Wilson suits up, Vegas’s experience may tip the scales.
Today’s Objective(s): Day 5
You’ll need five (5) players who will gather 25.0 or more rebounds and score 25.0 or more points inside the paint, which means each player will need to average 5.0 REB and 5.0 PITP.
These two objectives are highly correlated as these players often hang around the interior on both ends of the court. There are a number of players who can deliver both stat lines, so you’ll have plenty of options to choose from. Be sure to look ahead and plan your lineups so you aren’t caught without options toward the end of this run.
Top Player Options:
Little of Both: Napheesa Collier, Angel Reese, A'ja Wilson, Kamilla Cardoso
Board Crashers: Angel Reese, Napheesa Collier, A'ja Wilson, Kayla Thornton, Kamilla Cardoso
Inside Scorers: Napheesa Collier, Kamilla Cardoso, A'ja Wilson, Angel Reese, Courtney Williams, Jackie Young, Ariel Atkins, Elizabeth Williams
Top Five (5) Players in Classic Lineups:
J. Shepard (57%) | K. Thornton (55%) | M. Billings (46%) | N. Smith (38%) | T. Fagbenle (38%)
Upcoming Fast Break Objectives:
Tomorrow’s Objective(s): 10.0 Free Throws Made & 20.0 Assists (2.0 FTM & 4.0 AST)
Objective Frequency (after today):
2x: 3PM
1x: FTM, BLK, PTS, OREB, FGM, AST
Considerations:
Chicago, Golden State, Indiana, & Minnesota have the most number of games remaining (3)
All other teams have the least number of games remaining (2)
Day 6 (tomorrow) & 9 are the only days with more than 2 games scheduled
Indiana plays a back-to-back on Day 8 & 9
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, & 9 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.
Win number three secured and on one of the more questionable days. The jobs not done yet and we’ll need four wins in the next five days. Rebounds and Points in the Paint, and the Rebounds will be the one that is more concerning.
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 17-21: WNBA All-Star Break
September 11: Regular Season Ends
September 14-October 17: WNBA Playoffs
Power Rankings (Week 7) & Notable Fast Break Players:
Minnesota stays number one, Seattle jumps up to third, New York continues their slide, and Dallas improves a hair but remain out of playoff contention (for now).
Minnesota Lynx (17-2) | Napheesa Collier, Courtney Williams | Previous: 1st
Phoenix Mercury (12-6) | Satou Sabally, Alyssa Thomas | Previous: 2nd
Seattle Storm (12-7) | Skylar Diggins, Nneka Ogwumike | Previous: 6th
Atlanta Dream (11-7) | Rhyne Howard, Brittney Griner | Previous: 3rd
New York Liberty (12-6) | Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu | Previous: 4th
Golden State Valkyrie (9-8) | Tiffany Hayes, Julie Vanloo | Previous: 5th
Washington Mystics (8-10) | Brittney Sykes, Kiki Iriafen | Previous: 7th
Indiana Fever (9-9) | Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell | Previous: 9th
Las Vegas Aces (9-9) | A’ja Wilson, Jewell Loyd | Previous: 8th
Dallas Wings (6-13) | Arike Ogunbowale, Paige Bueckers | Previous: 11th
Chicago Sky (5-12) | Angel Reese, Kamilla Cardoso | Previous: 10th
Los Angeles Sparks (6-13) | Kelsey Plum, Dearica Hamby | Previous: 12th
Connecticut Sun (2-16) | Tina Charles, Marina Mabrey | Previous: 13th
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