WNBA Fast Break Classic | Run 9 | Day 2
Today’s Objective(s): 65 Points Scored
Overview:
One day down, eight to go. As a reminder, 3 wins earns you the first pack, 6 wins gets you the midway point which will likely have a Level Up moment packed in, and 9 wins requires perfection. Your options are still broad as all four teams in action today will see their first game of this series.
If you have historical players in your collection, be sure to set your lineups before the 15 games begin. Don’t know who to start? Be sure to check today’s historic Fast Break run article.
WNBA Score(s): August 25th
Liberty Hold Off Sun in Tight Finish at Barclays (NYL 81, CON 79)
The Liberty bounced back from a tough road stretch with a narrow win over the Sun, surviving a fourth-quarter surge led by Leila Lacan’s game-high 22 points. Breanna Stewart paced New York with 19 points, while Jonquel Jones added 15 and 9 rebounds. Connecticut clawed back from a double-digit deficit, but missed opportunities in the final minute sealed their fate. The win moved New York to 23–15, keeping them in striking distance of Atlanta in the East.
Aces Grind Past Sky Behind Young’s Steady Hand (LVA 79, CHI 74)
Jackie Young led the Aces with 22 points as Las Vegas held off a feisty Chicago squad at Wintrust Arena. The Sky got a monster outing from Ariel Atkins, who dropped 30 points and kept Chicago within reach until the final minute. A’ja Wilson added 18 points and 11 rebounds, and Chelsea Gray dished out 8 assists to guide Vegas to its 25th win of the season. The Aces extended their win streak to 11, tightening their grip on the No. 2 seed in the West.
Recap: Day 1
Day 1 required points in the paint and offensive rebounds and 70% of Fast Breakers earned a win. With the low threshold for both objectives, it didn’t take much to get across the win line. Players who are normally reliable turned out to be middle of the road. A’ja Wilson, for example, was the most utilized player yet only delivered 6 points in the paint and one offensive rebound. Of the top five players, NaLyssa Smith had the most points in the paint (8), but it wasn’t much higher than the rest.
Today’s Matchups:
Seattle Storm (20-18) @ Indiana Fever (19-18) | 7:00PM ET | 11:00PM UTC
Tonight’s opener features the Seattle Storm (20–18) visiting the Indiana Fever (19–18) in a game with postseason implications for both squads. Seattle enters as the slight favorite with a 54.4% win probability, riding a three-game road win streak and anchored by four All-Stars—Nneka Ogwumike, Skylar Diggins, Gabby Williams, and Brittney Sykes whereas Indiana counters with Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston. With both teams sitting on the playoff bubble, Seattle’s defensive versatility and road rhythm give them the projected edge.
Phoenix Mercury (22-14) @ Los Angeles Sparks (17-18) | 10:00PM ET | 2:00AM UTC
Later tonight at Crypto.com Arena, the Phoenix Mercury face the Los Angeles Sparks, with Phoenix favored at 60.5% win probability. The Mercury have won all four meetings against L.A. this season, and Kahleah Copper continues to lead the charge alongside Alyssa Thomas. The Sparks will look to Kelsey Plum and Dearica Hamby to break the streak, but Phoenix’s rebounding advantage and recent form suggest they’ll complete the season sweep and tighten their grip on a top-four seed.
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Today’s Objective(s): Day 2
You’ll need five (5) players who will score 65.0 or more points, which means each player will need to average 13.0 PTS. There are two (2) games on today’s slate and it is early in this run, so you have plenty of options.
The threshold is relatively low, but days like this can be derailed by one or two players who grossly underperform. But a player or two could bolster your day and make up the difference. Note that there are seven more days, so planning ahead will be important for overall success.
Top Player Options:
Point Scorers: Kelsey Mitchell, Kelsey Plum, Nneka Ogwumike
Top Five (5) Players in Pro Lineups: N. Ogwumike (77%) | K. Mitchell (66%) | S. Sabally (59%) | D. Hamby (53%) | K. Plum (52%)
Upcoming Fast Break Objectives:
Objectives (after today):
2x: AST, 3PM, REB, FGM
1x: STL, BLK, 3PA, FGA, FTM, PTS
Tomorrow’s Objective(s): 15 Assists & 5 Steals (3.0 AST & 1.0 STL)
Considerations:
Los Angeles & Seattle have the most games this run (4)
Las Vegas has the least games this run (1)
Day 6 will have the most flexibility as 8 teams are in action
Day 9 has the least number of games this run (1)
Las Vegas’s last game this run is Day 3 (tomorrow)
Chicago & Phoenix’s last game this run is Day 6
Statistical Approach:
Top players in points scored 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, 6, & 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
Top Player Options for Fast Break:
The top players for today’s Fast Break objective(s). Source: Rotowire & WNBA.com, 2025.
Projected Points Scored
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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:
September 11: Regular Season Ends
September 14-October 17: WNBA Playoffs
Power Rankings (Week 13):
There are about two weeks remaining in the WNBA regular season and things are getting spicy outside of the top spot where Minnesota has a stranglehold on the top seed and with Las Vegas’s recent hot streak, they now have the 2nd seed in their sights.
Playoffs Secured: Minnesota and Las Vegas have punched their ticket to the postseason
Home Court Jockeying: Atlanta, Las Vegas, Phoenix, & New York continue battling for the three (3) home court advantage opportunities
Middle Mayhem: Seattle, Golden State, Indiana, Los Angeles, & Washington are fighting for the three (3) remaining playoff spots with Los Angeles & Washington currently on the outside looking in
There’s Always Next Season: Dallas, Connecticut, & Chicago have officially been eliminated
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