First quarter: Sun 20, Storm 14

The Storm went on a strong 8-2 run to take its first lead since Izi's basket at 7:56. Guard Tanisha Wright put the Storm in front 12-10 on a beautiful defensive play, stealing the ball at the top of the Sun's key and driving down court for a contested layup.

The Storm would score only one more basket in the quarter.

The Sun went to work down low with Dydek and outside with Lindsay Whalen. Connecticut closed the quarter on a 10-2 run.

Statistically speaking: Lauren Jackson had two blocks in the quarter; Betty Lennox led the Storm with six points and five rebounds.