WNBA Fast Break Classic | Run 5 | Day 6
Today’s Objective(s): 10 Free Throws Made & 20 Assists
WNBA Scores:
Sky Shock Lynx Behind Atkins’ Scoring Burst (Sky 87, Lynx 81)
Chicago flipped the script on the league’s top team. Ariel Atkins dropped a season-high 27 points, while Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso each posted double-doubles to power the Sky past Minnesota in a gritty 87–81 win at Wintrust Arena. The Lynx, who entered with an 18–3 record, couldn’t overcome a sluggish first half and a rebounding deficit that tilted the game Chicago’s way. Napheesa Collier led Minnesota with 26 points, but the Sky’s physicality and clutch shot-making proved decisive. For Chicago, it’s a signature win—and a reminder that even the best can be rattled.
Aces Outlast Valkyries in Wild Shootout (Aces 104, Valkyries 102)
Las Vegas and Golden State traded haymakers in one of the season’s most electric finishes. The Aces escaped with a 104–102 win at Michelob ULTRA Arena, snapping the Valkyries’ late comeback bid in the final seconds. A’ja Wilson’s status was uncertain pregame, but Vegas found offense from across the roster to match Golden State’s pace. The Valkyries, who had won eight of their last twelve, leaned on Kayla Thornton and Temi Fagbenle to stay within striking distance. In a game that felt like playoff preview energy, the Aces held serve—and reminded the league they’re still built for the big moments.
Fast Break Recap: Day 5
Day 5 turned out to be worse than the assists minus turnovers day as less than 50% earned a win. With a required average of 5 rebounds & 5 points in the paint, having one or two players who miss the mark could drag down most lineups.
Although A’ja Wilson, Kamilla Cardoso, and Angel Reese were not one of the most utilized players, they helped their lineups tremendously as each had a double-double in Points in the Paint & Rebounds. So, they’re your honorable mentions considering their impact. Of the top five players utilized, Napheesa Collier earns the Fast Break Stud of the Day award as she contributed 12 points in the paint & 8 rebounds. Jessica Shepard, on the other hand, had a rough outing for the 54% of Fast Break collectors who started her as she could only muster 2 points in the paint and 2 rebounds. With her poor showing, she is your Fast Break Dud of the Day.
Today’s Matchups:
Dallas Wings (6-15) vs Indiana Fever (10-10)
At Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indiana hosts Dallas in a nationally televised matchup that doubles as a showcase for two generational guards. Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers finally meet on the pro stage, with Clark leading a surging Fever squad fresh off a 99-point outing and Bueckers anchoring a depleted Wings roster. Indiana enters with an 80.9% win probability and home-court momentum, while Kelsey Mitchell eyes a franchise record for career threes. With Dallas missing key scorers and Indiana’s offense peaking, the Fever are favored to close out their homestand with a statement win.
Atlanta Dream (12-8) vs New York Liberty (13-6)
The Barclays Center hosts a compelling clash between the New York Liberty (12–6) and Atlanta Dream (12–7), with playoff positioning on the line. New York holds a slight edge with a 59.7% win probability, leaning on Sabrina Ionescu’s floor leadership and Breanna Stewart’s two-way dominance. Atlanta counters with Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray, both capable of swinging momentum in transition. Expect a high-scoring affair where Liberty’s depth and home-court edge could be the difference-maker.
Connecticut Sun (3-17) vs Los Angeles Sparks (6-14)
The Connecticut Sun visit the Los Angeles Sparks at Crypto.com Arena, where Tina Charles continues her milestone march after eclipsing 8,000 career points. Despite Charles’ heroics, the Sun face long odds—just a 15.7% win probability—against a Sparks team eager to rebound from a loss to Minnesota. Kelsey Plum and Julie Vanloo headline L.A.’s backcourt, while rookie Saniya Rivers adds defensive bite for Connecticut. With the Sparks owning home-court and the Sun struggling on the road, L.A. is expected to control the tempo and secure the win.
Washington Mystics (10-10) vs Seattle Storm (13-8)
Seattle hosts Washington in a matchup that could swing either way, though the Storm hold a 67% win probability. Nneka Ogwumike and Skylar Diggins-Smith lead a balanced Seattle attack, while the Mystics rely on Sonia Citron’s scoring and Brittney Sykes’ defensive presence. Both teams are hovering near the playoff bubble, making this a tone-setting game before the All-Star break. If Seattle’s perimeter shooting clicks early, expect them to pull away late.
Today’s Objective(s): Day 6
You’ll need five (5) players who will sink 10.0 or more free throws and distribute 20.0 or more assists, which means each player will need to average 2.0 FTM and 4.0 AST.
Between the two, free throws will be the easier objective to achieve whereas assists are sporadic across the W. There are a handful of players who can draw the foul, but also look for the pass before they take a shot. Alternatively, you can take the moneyball approach and utilize players who specialize in one or the other.
Top Player Options:
Little of Both: Kelsey Plum, Skylar Diggins, Caitlin Clark, Sabrina Ionescu
Charity Stripes: Kelsey Plum, Breanna Stewart, Brittney Sykes, Skylar Diggins, Sabrina Ionescu, Tina Charles, Allisha Gray, Paige Bueckers, Dearica Hamby, Arike Ogunbowale
Distributors: Caitlin Clark, Sabrina Ionescu, Kelsey Plum, Skylar Diggins, Natasha Cloud
Top Five (5) Players in Pro Lineups:
S. Ionescu (72%) | N. Cloud (65%) | K. Plum (48%) | B. Sykes (43%) | B. Stewart (30%)
Upcoming Fast Break Objectives:
Tomorrow’s Objective(s): 3 Blocks & 50 Points Scored (0.6 BLK & 10.0 PTS)
Objective Frequency (after today):
2x: 3PM
1x: BLK, PTS, OREB, FGM
Considerations:
Indiana has the most number of games remaining (3)
Las Vegas has the least number of games remaining (1)
Day 6 (today) & 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 free throws and assists 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.
Tripped up on Day 5 for our second loss this series. That means we’ll need to find four games this series.
Top Player Options for Fast Break:
The top players for today’s Fast Break objective(s). Source: Rotowire & WNBA.com, 2025.
Projected Free Throws Made
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Projected Assists
Projected FTM & AST
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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