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  • Tempo vs Sun Game Report, September 24,2026

    Tempo vs Sun Game Report, September 24,2026

    The Toronto Tempo may have lost their final game to the Connecticut Sun 95 – 81, but they may have won in the long run as they now co-own the best lottery odds in the 2027 WNBA Draft. 

    We break down the good, bad, and outlook from this game.

    The Good

    In many ways, this game was a poetic end to the season. For the Toronto Tempo, this game might be the end of their season but this is very much just the beginning for this franchise. For Connecticut, on the other hand, this was the final game in the Mohegan Sun Arena and it is sad to see the first tribal-owned professional sports franchise based in a small market be moved to another big market. 

    Coming into this game, some Tempo fans also cleverly coined it the Juju bowl. To recap this game’s lottery implications: a Tempo win would have solidified the second-best lottery odds in the 2027 WNBA Draft. A Sun win meant the Tempo will share the best lottery odds with the Sun. 

    Right from the jump, both teams understood the brief and rested most of their key players. With the understanding that we were never going to be treated to the highest level of competitive basketball, the good from this game comes from the little moments. 

    We saw Teonni Key have some really good defensive moments and Zaay Green highlights capped off the first AND third quarters. Meanwhile, Isabelle Harrison found lots of success with the pick-and-roll.

    However, the star of this game for the Tempo was Kiki Rice. Rice once again showcased how unstoppable she is at driving to the basket with her unique combination of speed, force, and strength. She also showed off her post moves, made long-range shots, and she finished off the final game of her rookie season by setting a new career high of 28 points. In hindsight, getting Rice with the sixth overall pick was an absolute heist. We can’t wait to see how her game develops next season. 

    The Bad

    The same issues that have plagued the team all season long reared its head one last time this season. Simply put, the Sun dominated the paint, outscoring the Tempo 54 – 38. In the first half, Aaliyah Edwards muscled her way for offensive rebounds, layups, and trips to the free throw line. 

    In the third, the Sun made a consolidated effort to dump it into the post and find the mismatch. Reegan Beers put on a masterclass of how a pure centre can help your team and why the Tempo sorely needed one this season. 

    The Tempo’s offense was not clicking consistently this game either. They struggled from the 3-point line, shooting just 17% from 3, and made numerous careless initial passes leading to Sun run outs. As a team, the Tempo tallied up just 13 assists and the offensive flow looked quite disjointed, especially in the second half. 

    The Outlook

    And yet, all of that doesn’t really matter. What does matter is that the Tempo now share the best lottery odds for the number 1 pick in the 2027 WNBA Draft with the Connecticut Sun. While it is not guaranteed that Juju Watkins declares for the draft, these odds give Toronto plenty of hope for their short-term and long-term future. 

    The Tempo will now brace for a very interesting offseason. The inaugural season saw plenty of highs and lows, and it also raised a lot of questions about roster construction and style of play moving forward. How they address those questions this offseason will be fascinating and exciting. One thing is for certain, however. We have no doubts that the Toronto Tempo will come back stronger and (hopefully) healthier next season. 

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    Stan Yu

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  • Tempo vs Sky Game Report – September 22, 2026

    Tempo vs Sky Game Report – September 22, 2026

    The Toronto Tempo fell 97-85 to the Chicago Sky on Tuesday night, extending their losing streak to seven games with only one game left in their inaugural season.

    Toronto kept things close through the first half, heading into halftime tied 44-44, before another third-quarter meltdown completely changed the game.

    Let’s break down the good, the bad, and the outlook.

    The Good

    Laura Juškaitė and Isabelle Harrison both stepped up offensively, scoring 20+ points each.

    Harrison finished with 21 points and 13 rebounds for another double-double, with an impressive 17 of those points coming in the first half.

    Laura had 20 points on 6-of-10 shooting, including 3-of-4 from beyond the arc — on her birthday no less! She also added four assists and four steals. She just looks more comfortable out there every game, and continues to be one of my favourite stories from this inaugural season.

    And a quick shoutout to Julie Allemand, who quietly hit a pretty impressive milestone in this game. Her five assists against Chicago brought her to 171 on the season, setting a new single-season career high. Her previous best was 170 with the Sparks last year. Julie doesn’t always put up the flashiest numbers, but her ability to run the offence and get everyone involved has been huge for the Tempo all season.

    The Tempo as a whole shot a pretty wild 50% from three, going 13-of-26. Everything happening closer to the basket was a different story.

    Even after falling behind by as much as 22, Toronto didn’t give up. They won the fourth quarter 30-25 and closed the game on a 12-2 run.

    The Bad

    Ah yes, the third quarter. Our old friend.

    After heading into halftime tied at 44, Toronto was outscored 28-11 in the third. Chicago went on a 16-0 run during the quarter and suddenly what had been a very competitive game was basically out of reach.

    Turnovers certainly didn’t help. Toronto finished with 18, leading to 24 points for Chicago.

    The Sky also absolutely dominated inside, outscoring Toronto 54-28 in the paint. Toronto actually won the rebounding battle 40-35, but Chicago shot 52% overall compared to Toronto’s 39%.

    Harrison was fantastic in the first half, but after scoring 17 before halftime she managed only four points the rest of the way.

    Nyara Sabally also didn’t see the floor again, which continues to be a little strange after watching her play for Germany throughout the FIBA World Cup. She had been dealing with a calf injury before the break, so my assumption is that the Tempo simply don’t see much benefit in risking another injury this late in the season. But without anything official from the team, that’s just speculation.

    The Outlook

    And now things get weird.

    Toronto closes out its inaugural season on Thursday against the Connecticut Sun in what might be one of the strangest games of the WNBA season.

    Both teams are at the bottom of the draft lottery standings, and the outcome has some pretty significant implications. If Toronto loses, both teams will finish 11-33 and are expected to have equal lottery balls for the top draft position. If Toronto wins, Connecticut stays ahead of them in the lottery order.

    With JuJu Watkins widely projected as the top prospect in the 2027 WNBA Draft (assuming she enters) you can probably see where the tanking conversation comes from.

    But there’s another layer.

    Thursday will be the final game for the Connecticut Sun before the franchise relocates to Houston and becomes the Comets next season. It’s hard to imagine the players not wanting to send the Connecticut fans home with one final win.

    And based on what we’ve watched from Toronto all season, it’s equally hard to imagine this team intentionally rolling over for better draft odds.

    So… I guess we’re cheering for a competitive loss?

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    Arlin Schaffel

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  • Tempo vs Liberty Game Report – September 20, 2026

    Tempo vs Liberty Game Report – September 20, 2026

    Even with a lopsided final score, the roof at Coca-Cola Coliseum nearly came off one last time. In front of another sold-out crowd on fan appreciation day, the Toronto Tempo dropped their regular-season home finale to the New York Liberty 106-69. This marked the Liberty’s first visit to Coca-Cola Coliseum, following Toronto’s earlier win against them at the Centre Bell in Montreal.

    Let’s break down the good, the bad, and the outlook. 

    The Good

    Let’s take a moment to shout out the fans who have supported this team with passion, pride and unwavering loyalty all season!

    Toronto had plenty to celebrate in this final home stand, and once again, over 8,200 fans showed up to fill the building with the exact same energy and enthusiasm they’ve brought all year, regardless of the standings. Right from tip-off, the atmosphere was electric—fans were on their feet, driving defensive chants and roaring after every hustle play. First never fades, and Canada is fully committed to this franchise!

    Fueled by the energy of the crowd, the Tempo got on the glass early and attacked the rim with an aggressive mindset. However, a veteran Liberty squad came out scorching, knocking down 6 of their first 9 three-pointers to jump ahead early.

    The second quarter turned into a rookie masterclass for Toronto. Kiki Rice entered the game holding strong at 5th in WNBA rookie scoring, continuing to build an undeniable case for All-Rookie team honors by putting up 17 points in the first half alone. Meanwhile, the versatile and reliable Laura Juškaitė added 12 points in the half en route to a career-high 28-point performance. Both rookies showed supreme confidence, getting downhill and embracing contact for tough finishes against elite interior defenders.

    Rice and Juškaitė have shown incredible growth and resilience in their debut WNBA seasons. Even as the losses piled up down the stretch, these rookies kept rising—battling with a smile and grit that makes the future of this franchise look exceptionally bright. (Not even a cut to the lip could slow Juškaitė down today.)

    The Bad

    Ending the first half down 8 felt like a great place to be for the Tempo. They had weathered the hot shooting of the Liberty in the first quarter and turned defensive stops into easy transition buckets in the second.

    Unfortunately, this is where New York decided to turn things up a notch, motivated by their hunt for a chance to host the opening round of the playoffs. Breanna Stewart, the 2026 FIBA World Cup MVP, proved to be an unsolvable puzzle all game, pouring in 27 points in just 22 minutes. Her six points in the opening five minutes pushed Stewart past Cappie Pondexter’s 6,811 points into eighth place on the WNBA’s all-time scoring list.

    The Liberty did a great job of spreading the floor and finding open shooters. They finished the day with 16 3-pointers making it hard for the Tempo to lock down the perimeter players while worrying about players like Stewie down low. Rebecca Allen added 14 points off the bench, and Jonquel Jones chipped in 11.

    A blistering 33-point third quarter from New York ultimately dashed Toronto’s hopes of a home-court upset, but the scoreboard couldn’t quiet the crowd. As the final buzzer sounded, the faithful rose to their feet for a standing ovation lasting well over a minute—a fitting tribute to the team and an unforgettable inaugural season. While basketball fans and nerds like us can get caught up in the wins and losses of the season, the Tempo fans never wavered in the love and support they poured into this franchise from the jump. Let’s take a moment to let this sink in one more time. Canada has a WNBA team and it is here to stay!

    Outlook

    While the home slate has come to a close, the Toronto Tempo still have two final battles on the road to wrap up year one. Up next is a trip to the Windy City on Tuesday, September 22, where the Tempo will have a shot at completing a 3-game regular-season sweep against the Sky. In their previous meeting on June 7, Toronto claimed an 85-68 win, and tonight’s gritty stretches proved this squad will fight right down to the final whistle.

    Of course, we would be remiss not to check in on the 2027 lottery odds and its implications for this game. Currently, the Tempo continue to have the second-best odds of landing the number one pick in the 2027 WNBA draft. Chicago currently has the third-best odds; however, because of a previous trade for Ariel Atkins, they owe this pick to the Washington Mystics (considering how good the Mystics already are, that is a scary thought). In other words, the Sky would not be coming into this game looking to lose.

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    Amy Prokop

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  • Tempo vs Fever Game Report – September 18, 2026

    Tempo vs Fever Game Report – September 18, 2026

    In their first game back after the FIBA World Cup break, the short-handed Toronto Tempo fought valiantly but ultimately did not have enough in the fourth quarter and lost to the Indiana Fever 103 – 85. 

    We break down the good, bad, and outlook from this game.

    The Good

    The Tempo are back! While it was fun to watch World Cup basketball, it feels great to watch the WNBA again. Since the break, we have to give a shout out to Ornella Bankole and Zaay Green who saw their developmental contracts converted to regular contracts, and to the Tempo players and coaches who all did very well in the World Cup tournament. 

    Ok, now back to the W.

    Coming into this game, the Indiana Fever sat at the top of the league in offensive rating, field goal percentage, and 3-point field goal percentage – essentially an offensive juggernaut. We know that the Tempo were not going to beat them with talent, so they had to try to beat them with effort. 

    For the first half, that is exactly what the Tempo did. The Fever flexed their offensive muscles early with effortless three pointers by Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin Clark, while the Tempo’s offense looked stuck in mud. The Fever started to pull away in the 2nd with a 16-point lead and it certainly looked like this was going to be a long night. Then, the Tempo ended the half with a 16 – 1 run to shrink that deficit to just three points, thanks to key hustle plays, attacking the paint, and getting to the free throw line. 

    In the third quarter, Izzy Harrison hits a big three to tie the game. 

    This was immediately followed by Laura Juskaite hitting a midrange jumper (plus a foul) to give the Tempo their first lead of the game. 

    The Coca Cola Coliseum went wild. We had ourselves a game and what a quarter it was. The short-handed Tempo went toe to toe against the Fever for a long stretch with lots of entertaining back and forth action. The Tempo also found success in the paint by driving right at Mitchell and Clark, and making them work on the defensive end.

    While the Fever ultimately pulled away in the fourth quarter thanks to their top end talent, we saw more positives than negatives. This game was a great balanced effort by the starting lineup with four starters scoring double-digits and everyone getting their chance to shine. 

    The Bad

    Unfortunately for the Tempo, once the Fever ratcheted up their defense in the fourth quarter, the Tempo’s offense lacked steam. With Brittney Sykes, Marina Mabrey, Aneesah Morrow, and Maria Conde out and Nyara Sabally dressed but not getting minutes, this outcome was perhaps anticipated. However, for the Tempo to become a more competitive team next season, fourth quarter execution must be addressed. 

    The missed free throws also did not do the Tempo any favours. In all, they missed 11 of them, going 19 for 30 from the line. The Tempo also did not shoot the 3-ball well and only had 16 assists in the game (to Indiana’s 26). Kiki Rice and Julie Allemand did their part but the rest of the team did not make a concerted effort to make the extra pass.

    Give credit to Indiana. Their all-star and likely all-WNBA backcourt of Clark and Mitchell was dynamic and dominant. Whether it’s Clark’s smooth stepback 3, Mitchell’s speedy and agile drives to the basket or their ability to find the Fever shooters for open 3s when the Tempo defenders mustered all that they could to stop their first action (shoutout to Teonni Key’s efforts on Mitchell), it was all very impressive to watch.

    The Outlook

    For those looking towards the future and have their eyes towards the lottery odds, we can update that the odds have not changed. The Tempo continue to have the second best lottery odds to land the number one pick in the 2027 WNBA Draft (behind Connecticut Sun). We expect this to hold until these two teams meet in the final game of the regular season, which will make for a very interesting one for both teams, especially with it being the last ever game at Mohegan Sun arena before the team moves to Houston. 

    Up next is the final home game for the Tempo against the New York Liberty. The Tempo fans have been truly amazing this season. Regardless of the outcome, we look to seeing the incredible energy and love that the fans have brought to this inaugural season one more time. 

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    Stan Yu

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  • Tempo vs Mercury Game Report – August 29, 2026

    Tempo vs Mercury Game Report – August 29, 2026

    Another tough day at the office for the Toronto Tempo, who tied their largest margin of defeat this season in a 101–69 loss to the Phoenix Mercury.

    Let’s break down the good, the bad and the outlook. 

    The Good

    It is hard to find much “good” at this stage of the season, but as the losses pile up, the Tempo keep showing up. Even with a roster running on life support, Toronto refuses to fold in its inaugural season.

    And that’s the beautiful thing about sport. It’s more than a game! It’s more than the wins and the losses. 

    Watching this Tempo team show up and fight, night after night. Watching the players continue to support each other and continue to engage with fans through social media and in the community. 

    This last stretch has provided the Toronto front office and the fans with the opportunity to see the depth of this roster. Players that would normally grab a couple minutes a game are getting the opportunity to play meaningful minutes or even crack the starting lineup. 

    Veterans like Kia Nurse and Isabelle Harrison are being asked to do more than just play their role and each have had their moments stepping up to the challenge. Tonight, Harrison captured her 17th game with double-digit scoring and continued to show her grit fighting for rebounds and making tough shots all night.

    Our 6th overall draft pick, Kiki Rice, is being asked to lead the team both as our floor general and as one of our top scoring threats. Newly signed players like Ornella Bankole, Zaay Green, and Kiana Williams are playing 15-20 minutes a game. And while it’s been a struggle to watch at times, it’s also been interesting to see who steps up on any given night and which rotations click. 

    The Tempo have had 22 different starting lineups this season. The team has had everything but stability yet the coaching staff and the available players on any given night keep showing up ready to fight. 

    Fun fact: The only player to appear in every game this season is Laura Juškaitė. As the Tempo broadcast put it, “the best ability is availability.” Props to Juškaitė for serving as Toronto’s ironwoman throughout the year.

    The Bad

    Toronto struggled to find a rhythm from the opening tip. Turnovers remained a central issue, with 5 in the first quarter and 16 total on the night. Credit the Mercury’s high-pressure defense, which generated 12 steals and 28 fast-break points. Lexi Held face-guarded Rice relentlessly, making it difficult for the rookie to initiate the offense. A compliment to Rice that teams are recognizing her game and targeting her as a key offensive player to contain. 

    Phoenix pulled away midway through the second quarter and never looked back. With limited backcourt scoring options, Toronto struggled from deep, shooting just 18% (4-for-22). Meanwhile, Phoenix caught fire, knocking down 44% (15-for-34) from beyond the arc.

    The Outlook

    The Tempo now get a much needed break as the league heads into the FIBA break from August 31-September 16. Toronto will be represented by 3 players and 2 coaches at the FIBA Women’s World Cup.

    • Nyara Sabally (Germany)
    • Maria Conde (Spain)
    • Julie Allemand (Belgium)
    • Sandy Brondello (Head Coach, Australia)
    • Olaf Lange (Associate Head Coach, Germany)

    Toronto has been on the road for a long time with their “home games” on this stretch taking place in Vancouver so the team will be excited to get back to Coca Cola Coliseum after the break where they’ll take on the Indiana Fever on September 18. Indiana has taken both previous matchups this season and will be eager to take another win with playoff seeding implications on the line but we’re sure that a well rested Toronto squad will be ready to try to even the score. 

    After that, only 3 games left before the curtain closes on the inaugural season. Get your tissues ready.

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    Amy Prokop

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