UConn in the WNBA: Taurasi and Stewart shine in season openers

Megan Walker also had the best night of her WNBA career while Tina Charles debuted for the Washington Mystics.

May 19, 2021

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Stop me if you’ve heard these storylines before: Diana Taurasi knocks down a game-winning three and Breanna Stewart leads her team to victory over a top opponent. The 2021 WNBA opening weekend delivered both.

Taurasi tipped off her 17th season in the league on Friday night. Despite finishing with 14 points, 8 r…

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