Leila Lacan - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

To miss at least four games The Sun announced Sunday that Lacan will join Team France for the FIBA World Cup and miss the Sun's next four games.

Impact Lacan will report to Team France for training camp before the World Cup after averaging 11.6 points, 4.6 assists, 1.9 rebounds and 1.7 steals across 28.4 minutes per game in her first 27 regular-season appearances this year. Charlisse Leger-Walker, Saniya Rivers and Hailey Van Lith could all see increased playing time in Lacan's stead.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 13 points in loss Lacan recorded 13 points (6-14 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), four assists and a steal across 29 minutes in Saturday's 77-68 loss to the Sparks.

Impact Lacan finished second on Connecticut in scoring behind Saniya Rivers, who had 14 points off the bench, despite struggling from beyond the arc. The guard converted five of her eight attempts inside the three-point line and tied Charlisse Leger-Walker for the team lead with four assists while notably committing no turnovers. Lacan has remained a significant part of Connecticut's backcourt rotation, and she's now scored in double figures in three of her last four contests. Her ability to contribute as both a scorer and facilitator continues to provide a useful fantasy floor even when her outside shot isn't falling.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Sparks end skid as Burrell has 20 in 77-68 win over Sun

Rae Burrell scored 20 points and the Los Angeles Sparks ended a six-game losing streak with a 77-68 win over the Connecticut Sun

AUGUST 23 • Associated Press

Jackie Young scores 24 and the Aces beat the Sun 101-78

Jackie Young had 24 points and seven rebounds in three quarters, A’ja Wilson added 20 points, and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Connecticut Sun 101-78

AUGUST 21 • Associated Press

Hands out 10 dimes in win Lacan ended with seven points (3-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 10 assists and one steal in 29 minutes during Tuesday's 85-77 victory over the Sparks.

Impact Lacan recorded a season-high 10 assists as the Sun improved to 9-25 on the season. Across 25 outings, she's averaging 11.6 points, 2.0 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.7 steals.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Olivia Nelson-Ododa scores 18 for Connecticut Sun in 85-77 win over LA Sparks at TD Garden

Olivia Nelson-Ododa scored 18 points and Kennedy Burke had 17 to lead the Connecticut Sun to an 85-77 win over the Los Angeles Sparks at TD Garden on Tuesday night

AUGUST 19 • Associated Press

Connecticut hosts Los Angeles after Burrell's 20-point outing

Los Angeles visits the Connecticut Sun after Rae Burrell scored 20 points in the Sparks' 80-70 loss to the Washington Mystics

AUGUST 17 • Associated Press

Dishes six dimes in loss Lacan recorded 10 points (4-11 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six assists and three rebounds over 31 minutes during the Sun's 82-75 loss to the Liberty on Saturday.

Impact Lacan logged double-digit points for the first time since July 30 and led the Liberty in assists, marking the eighth time this season that she has dished at least six dimes. Her numbers have dipped in August but she's still enjoying a solid season, averaging 11.8 points, 4.5 assists, 2.0 rebounds and 1.7 steals over 28.5 minutes per game.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Griner blocks 3-point attempt at buzzer, seals the Sun's 75-72 win over the Mercury

Kennedy Burke scored 15 points, Brittney Griner blocked a 3-point attempt at the buzzer, and the Connecticut Sun rallied to beat the Phoenix Mercury 75-72

AUGUST 8 • Associated Press

Connecticut faces Phoenix, aims to break 5-game slide

Connecticut looks to break its five-game slide when the Connecticut Sun play Phoenix

AUGUST 6 • Associated Press

Decent production in loss Lacan finished with 12 points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, six assists and two steals in 29 minutes during Thursday's 94-88 loss to Chicago.

Impact Lacan turned in an efficient outing, resulting in her second double-digit scoring night in her last three appearances. She also found a way to make an impact on the boards and as a playmaker, dishing out six assists for a second straight game. Lacan is now averaging 12.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, 4.6 assists and 1.4 steals over her last five matchups.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Cardoso scores 18 points in 4th quarter, Sky rallies to beat Sun 94-88

Kamilla Cardoso scored 18 of her 26 points in the fourth quarter, Sydney Taylor had 14 points and six assists and the Chicago Sky overcame a 14-point deficit to beat Connecticut 94...

JULY 31 • Associated Press

Connecticut visits Washington following Austin's 25-point outing

Washington hosts the Connecticut Sun after Shakira Austin scored 25 points in the Washington Mystics' 100-99 win against the Las Vegas Aces

JULY 27 • Associated Press

Makes most of playing time Lacan posted 10 points (5-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and three steals across 17 minutes during Wednesday's 123-88 loss to Indiana.

Impact Despite playing a season-low 17 minutes, Lacan still managed to pace the Sun in steals Wednesday. She's tallied multiple swipes in 10 of her 18 appearances, averaging 12.8 points, 4.4 assists, 2.1 steals and 1.8 rebounds in 28.7 minutes per game.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Connecticut visits Indiana after Mitchell's 33-point game

Indiana takes on the Connecticut Sun after Kelsey Mitchell scored 33 points in the Indiana Fever's 108-88 victory against the New York Liberty

JULY 21 • Associated Press

Commits nine turnovers in loss Lacan produced seven points (2-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, four assists and one block across 37 minutes during Sunday's 72-63 loss to the Mercury.

Impact Lacan struggled with her shot, while committing nine of the team's 21 turnovers in a forgettable game. All was not lost, however, as he was at least perfect from behind the arc and from the free-throw line. The performance was a far cry from her 26-point outburst in Friday's game in the front end of the back-to-back set in Phoenix.

JULY 20 • ROTOWIRE

DeWanna Bonner scores season-high 21, Mercury beat Sun 72-63 to snap 5-game skid

DeWanna Bonner scored a season-high 21 points, Kahleah Copper added 12 of her 18 points in the second half, and the Phoenix Mercury beat the Connecticut Sun 72-63 on Sunday to snap...

JULY 20 • Associated Press

Connecticut visits Phoenix after Lacan's 26-point showing

Connecticut visits the Phoenix Mercury after Leila Lacan scored 26 points in the Sun's 96-83 victory over the Phoenix Mercury

JULY 18 • Associated Press

Leila Lacan scores career-high 26 points, Sun beat Mercury 96-83

Leila Lacan scored a career-high 26 points on 10-of-13 shooting from the field to lead the Connecticut Sun to a 96-83 victory over the Phoenix Mercury in the first of back-to-back...

JULY 18 • Associated Press

Career-high 26 points in win Lacan registered 26 points (10-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five assists, four rebounds, two steals and one block over 28 minutes during the Sun's 96-83 win over the Mercury on Friday.

Impact It was a career-best performance from Lacan, who scored 10 points in the second quarter before helping the Sun close things out with eight points in the final frame. It was also the second 20-plus-point game of the season for Lacan, who is averaging 13.3 points, 4.6 assists, 1.8 rebounds, 2.2 steals and 1.2 steals over 28.9 minutes per game.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Connecticut visits Phoenix after Edwards' 21-point game

Connecticut faces the Phoenix Mercury after Aaliyah Edwards scored 21 points in the Sun's 90-87 win over the Portland Fire

JULY 16 • Associated Press

Active on offensive end Lacan finished Tuesday's 90-87 victory over Portland with 14 points (6-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound, three assists, one block and three steals in 30 minutes.

Impact Lacan didn't shy away from taking shots, tying Brittney Griner for the most shot attempts among Connecticut starters. Lacan showed off quick hands on defense, too, tying Charlisse Leger-Walker for a team best with three steals. The 22-year-old bounced back from an off night against Golden State Friday, and she now has at least 11 points in 10 of his past 11 games.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Aaliyah Edwards and Brittney Griner each score 20-plus to lead the Sun past the Fire 90-87

Aaliyah Edwards scored 21 points off the bench, Brittney Griner added 20, and the Connecticut Sun beat the Portland Fire 90-87

JULY 14 • Associated Press

Connecticut faces Portland on 3-game home skid

Connecticut will aim to break its three-game home skid when the Sun face Portland

JULY 13 • Associated Press

Paces Connecticut in loss Lacan logged 15 points (5-9 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, six assists and one steal across 29 minutes in Wednesday's 86-80 loss to the Lynx.

Impact Lacan was perfect from inside the arc and finished with a team-high point total, reaching double figures for a ninth straight game. The 22-year-old guard also led the Sun in assists and finished second on the team in rebounds. Additionally, she has now tallied at least one steal in all 13 of her regular-season appearances thus far.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

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