WNBA Fast Break Classic | Run 9 | Day 3
Today’s Objective(s): 15 Assists & 5 Steals
Overview:
Two days down, seven to go. We remain on the front end of this run, but it would be prudent of you to look ahead to ensure you have all days covered based on your lineup. With Day 2 being so successful, we will revisit the number of perfect records tomorrow or the day after. For all participants who remain, there continues to be an opportunity to start playing again.
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 26th
Fever Torch Storm with Season-High Scoring Burst (IND 95, SEA 75)
Indiana snapped a two-game skid with a commanding twenty point win over Seattle, riding a 30-point third quarter to blow the game open. Kelsey Mitchell led the way with 22 points, while NaLyssa Smith added 17 and 9 rebounds. The Fever shot 50% from the field and outscored the Storm 52–33 in the second half, showcasing their offensive rhythm and transition control. Seattle struggled to contain Indiana’s ball movement and fell to 20–19, while the Fever improved to 20–18 and tightened their grip on the East’s third playoff spot with only six games remaining on their schedule.
Mercury Outlast Sparks in Fourth-Quarter Push (PHO 92, LAS 84)
Phoenix held off a late rally from Los Angeles to secure a 92–84 road win, powered by Kahleah Copper’s 22 points and Satou Sabally’s 19. Natasha Cloud added 17 points and 7 assists, orchestrating the Mercury’s offense with precision. The Sparks got 20 points from Kelsey Plum and 18 from Dearica Hamby, but couldn’t overcome Phoenix’s 52% shooting and 24 assists. The win lifted the Mercury to 23–14, while LA dropped to 17–19, slipping further in the Western standings. With eight games remaining in the Sparks’ season, they are running out of time to move up the standings.
Recap: Day 2
Day 2 was simple as it only needed 65 total points scored. With the simple and straightforward objective, 92% of Fast Breakers earned a win on the day. Dearica Hamby, who was the fourth most utilized player yesterday and she delivered for the 55% of participants as she accumulated 25 points scored, which covered 38% of the day’s objective. With her performance, she earned the Fast Break Star of the Day.
Of the other four players, none scored below the threshold, so there are no Duds of the Day.
Today’s Matchups:
Las Vegas Aces (25-14) @ Atlanta Dream (24-13) | 7:30PM ET | 11:30PM UTC
At Gateway Center Arena, the Atlanta Dream host the Las Vegas Aces in a high-stakes rematch just seven days after Vegas edged out a 74–72 win. Atlanta enters as the slight favorite with a 56.5% win probability, backed by Allisha Gray’s scoring consistency and Brionna Jones’s rebounding presence. The Aces, riding an 11-game win streak, lean on A’ja Wilson’s dominance—averaging 23.1 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks per game. With both teams surging and playoff seeding on the line, expect a physical battle, but Atlanta’s home-court edge and defensive efficiency give them the projected advantage.
Connecticut Sun (9-28) @ Dallas Wings (9-29) | 8:00PM ET | 12:00AM UTC
Later tonight at College Park Center, the Dallas Wings host the Connecticut Sun in a matchup between two teams looking to salvage late-season momentum as both teams have been eliminated from the playoffs. Dallas is favored with a 57.2% win probability, thanks to Paige Bueckers’ offensive firepower and Maddy Siegrist’s recent scoring surge. Connecticut counters with Tina Charles, who continues to anchor the Sun’s interior game, but struggles with consistency on the road. With both teams tied in the standings, Dallas’s rebounding edge and guard play make them the projected winner in this battle of bottom-tier grit.
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Today’s Objective(s): Day 3
You’ll need five (5) players who will distribute 15.0 or more assists and accumulate 5.0 or more steals, which means each player will need to average 3.0 AST & 1.0 STL. There are two (2) games on today’s slate and it is early in this run, so you should 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 six more days, so planning ahead will be important for overall success.
Top Player Options:
Little of Both: Paige Bueckers, Chelsea Gray, Rhyne Howard, Jackie Young
Distributors: Paige Bueckers, Chelsea Gray, Marina Mabrey, Rhyne Howard, Jackie Young
Thieves: Paige Bueckers, Rhyne Howard, A'ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray, Jackie Young, Saniya Rivers
Top Five (5) Players in Pro Lineups: C. Gray (97%) | J. Young (79%) | R. Howard (71%) | A. Gray (53%) | M. Mabrey (51%)
Upcoming Fast Break Objectives:
Objectives (after today):
2x: 3PM, REB, FGM
1x: BLK, 3PA, FGA, FTM, PTS, AST
Tomorrow’s Objective(s): 25 Rebounds & 4 Blocks (5.0 REB & 0.8 BLK)
Considerations:
Nine (9) teams have the most games this run (3)
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 (today)
Chicago & Phoenix’s last game this run is Day 6
Statistical Approach:
Top players in assists & steals 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
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Top Player Options for Fast Break:
The top players for today’s Fast Break objective(s). Source: Rotowire & WNBA.com, 2025.
Projected Assists
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Projected Steals
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Projected AST & STL
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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