Connecticut Sun Makes History with First-Ever WNBA Game at TD Garden
The Connecticut Sun made history on Tuesday as they played in the first-ever WNBA game at Boston’s TD Garden. The game was a major success, with the Sun defeating the Los Angeles Sparks in front of a sold-out crowd of over 19,000 fans, including Olympic gold medalists Jayson Tatum, Jrue, and Lauren Holiday.
Sun guard DiJonai Carrington stood out with a game-high 19 points and made a statement both on and off the court. She took to social media before the game to express disappointment that the game was not nationally televised and called out the league for not promoting the historic event enough.
In a postgame press conference, Carrington explained her comments, stating that she felt the franchise was historically disrespected and that she took matters into her own hands to promote the game. She emphasized the importance of showcasing WNBA games on a national stage and ensuring that fans have access to historic matchups without needing a subscription.
Despite the lack of national television coverage, Carrington’s tweet seemed to have worked, as the game sold out and the Sun secured a victory. She urged the media to share her full comments to avoid any misinterpretation of her words.
With her strong performance and vocal advocacy for better promotion of WNBA games, Carrington is sending a clear message to the league and fans alike. The Connecticut Sun’s historic game at TD Garden may not have been broadcast nationally, but it made a lasting impact on the players and fans who were in attendance.
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