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Records four steals in win Rivers registered 11 points (5-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists and four steals across 25 minutes during Tuesday's 85-77 victory over the Sparks.

Impact Rivers matched her season-best mark of four steals in the win. Playing in her second WNBA campaign, her production has been inconsistent with averages of 6.7 points, 2.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1.1 steals in 21.9 minutes per game.

1 DAY AGO • 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

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Swats two shots in defeat Rivers notched six points (2-5 FG, 2-3 FT), four rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 21 minutes during Saturday's 82-75 loss to the Liberty.

Impact Rivers wasn't very aggressive on the offensive end but led Connecticut's bench in scoring while chipping in two assists. She also tied for the game-high mark in blocks, swatting multiple shots for the fifth time this season. The 23-year-old guard has scored in single figures in five consecutive contests, averaging 3.8 points, 2.6 assists, 2.2 rebounds and 1.4 combined steals-plus-blocks in 19.2 minutes per tilt over that stretch.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Stuck in reserve role Rivers racked up three points (1-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-4 FT), one rebound, two assists and two steals in 20 minutes during Thursday's 104-69 loss to the Dream.

Impact After functioning as a starter earlier this year, Rivers is struggling to maintain the same fantasy appeal in a bench role. Over her last six outings, Rivers has averaged 6.2 points, 3.2 assists, 1.7 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 20.4 minutes per game.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Howard leads Atlanta against Connecticut after 22-point showing

Atlanta plays the Connecticut Sun after Rhyne Howard scored 22 points in the Dream's 107-95 win against the Toronto Tempo

AUGUST 12 • Associated Press

Notches 11 points Rivers produced 11 points (4-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-6 FT), one rebound, two assists, one block and one steal across 21 minutes during Tuesday's 92-84 loss to Washington.

Impact Rivers played through a probable tag Tuesday and seemed to be benefit from some time off during the break. The guard holds averages of 7.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.0 steals in 22.4 minutes per contest.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Available Tuesday Rivers (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Mystics.

Impact Rivers has been dealing with an ankle sprain recently, though she'll shake off her probable tag and suit up Tuesday. The second-year guard has averaged 6.0 points, 2.6 assists, 1.4 rebounds and 1.2 steals across 15.8 minutes per game over her last five outings.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Tuesday Rivers (ankle) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Mystics.

Impact Rivers missed time recently due to a left ankle sprain, so the Sun are keeping an eye on her health. She logged 27 minutes in last Wednesday's loss to the Fever, which was her largest workload since the June 13 defeat to Indiana.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Sun's Saniya Rivers regrets nothing about Caitlin Clark confrontation | Sporting News It resulted in a technical foul for both players.

JULY 23 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Saniya Rivers Calls Caitlin Clark Out For 'Disrespect' After Sun-Fever Technical Foul Connecticut Sun guard Saniya Rivers took to social media after she and Caitlin Clark received double technical fouls on Wednesday.

JULY 23 • SI.COM

Caitlin Clark on the brink of suspension after technical foul during Fever win Caitlin Clark is one technical foul away from a one-game suspension after she picked up her seventh of the season during the Indiana Fever's...

JULY 23 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

"The Concept of Saniya Rivers Locking Anyone Up": Caitlin Clark Fans In Sitches After Fever Star Reveals Trash Talk With Sun Player Caitlin Clark helped the Indiana Fever to a 123-88 win over the Connecticut Sun on Wednesday, but the night wasn't without drama.

JULY 23 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Adds 13 points off bench Rivers registered 13 points (6-14 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six assists, two rebounds and one steal over 27 minutes in Wednesday's 123-88 loss to the Fever.

Impact Rivers missed the Sun's previous contest due to a lingering left ankle sprain, but she was able to suit up Wednesday and provide offense off the bench, albeit in a blowout defeat. Her 27 minutes marked the guard's highest workload since June 13, as the 23-year-old has missed time due to injury while also seeing her role shift from the starting lineup to the second unit in recent weeks. Through 23 appearances (12 starts), Rivers is averaging 7.0 points, 3.2 assists, 2.3 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 22.4 minutes per contest in 2026.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Caitlin Clark scores 27 and the Fever set a franchise scoring record in a 123-88 win over the Sun

Caitlin Clark had 27 points and 11 assists, Kelsey Mitchell added 23 points and the Indiana Fever set a franchise record for points in a game with their 123-88 victory over the Con...

JULY 23 • Associated Press

Available to play Rivers (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Fever.

Impact Rivers is back after a one-game absence, and she should resume her usual role in the second unit. With Rivers active, Gianna Kneepkens could drop out of the rotation.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Rivers (ankle/foot) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Indiana.

Impact With the All-Star break looming, the Sun could err on the side of caution with Rivers on Wednesday. Charlisse Leger-Walker and Diamond Millers would likely soak up more playing time if Rivers needs to miss a second straight contest.

JULY 21 • 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

Ruled out Sunday Rivers (ankle/foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Phoenix.

Impact Rivers was previously downgraded to doubtful, so it comes as no surprise that she'll be inactive for Sunday's tilt due to a lingering left ankle sprain. Her absence could open up some additional minutes for Gianna Kneepkens off the bench. The next chance for Rivers to suit up will come Wednesday against Indiana.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to doubtful Rivers (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against Phoenix.

Impact Rivers was previously listed as probable and appeared on track to suit up, but a downgrade to doubtful suggests she'll be unavailable Sunday. The guard is dealing with a nagging left ankle sprain suffered June 22 that has forced her to miss three of Connecticut's past seven games. Rivers' likely absence could open up more minutes for Gianna Kneepkens off the bench.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Sunday Rivers (ankle) is probable for Sunday's game in Phoenix.

Impact Rivers is expected to suit up for a second straight outing following a two-game absence due to a left ankle sprain. She posted six points, two assists, two steals and one block across 14 minutes in Friday's win over Phoenix.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

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

Available to play Rivers (ankle) is available for Friday's game in Phoenix.

Impact Rivers is back after a two-game stint on the sidelines, which could mean fewer minutes for Olivia Nelson-Ododa and Charlisse Leger-Walker. Rivers is averaging 6.8 points and 3.1 assists per game this season.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to suit up Friday Rivers (ankle) is listed as probable for Friday's game against Phoenix.

Impact Rivers tweaked her ankle in the 86-80 loss to Minnesota on June 8. As a result, she missed Connecticut's previous two contests. Rivers has started in 12 regular-season games for the Sun during the 2026 campaign. However, she will likely come off the bench Friday, so she may only see 15-20 minutes of action.

JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out for Tuesday Rivers (ankle) is out for Tuesday's game against the Fire.

Impact Rivers has been sidelined since leaving a game early July 8. Her next chance to play comes Friday against the Mercury.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back soon Rivers (ankle) is expected to return to game action by the end of next week, Maggie Vanoni of Hearst reports.

Impact Rivers was taken to the locker room in a wheelchair during Wednesday's loss to Minnesota, though she required the wheelchair due to a bloody nose rather than her sprained left ankle. She can be considered questionable for Tuesday's game against the Fire until the Sun offer an update on her status.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

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

Howard leads Atlanta against Connecticut after 22-point showing

Caitlin Clark scores 27 and the Fever set a franchise scoring record in a 123-88 win over the Sun

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

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