The Connecticut Sun have a pattern of fourth-quarter meltdowns in winnable games, raising questions about coach Rachid Meziane’s efficacy.

The Washington Mystics (16-18) fight for a playoff spot on Wednesday when they face the Connecticut Sun (6-27), who aim to play spoiler at the CareFirst Arena.

In the second quarter, Sophie Cunningham was forced to exit the game when Sun player Bria Hartley fell awkwardly into her. Cunningham was standing under the basket playing defense while driving, Sun guard Bria Hartley fell into her lower left leg after making a pass.

Saniya Rivers scored 17 points, Olivia Nelson-Ododa had 15 points and nine rebounds, and the Connecticut Sun beat the Washington Mystics 80-69 on Tuesday night to end a 13-game road losing streak. Connecticut (7-27) secured its first road win since May 30 against Indiana to improve to 2-15 away from home.

The Indiana Fever beat the Connecticut Sun today after trailing by 21 points. Kelsey Mitchell has a career-high tying performance. Stats, highights.

Sun player Bria Hartley is facing backlash after she smiled while watching Sophie Cunningham scream in pain from her injury.

The Washington Mystics play the Connecticut Sun on Tuesday night. Here is the preview. Game Info When: Tuesday, Aug. 19 at 7:30 p.m. ET Where: CareFirst Arena, Washington How to watch: Monumental Sports Network Injury report Mystics: Jacy Sheldon – Day-To-Day (Ankle),