# Toronto Tempo season – injuries, scoring, playoff exit

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/seattle-storm-posts-win-over-connecticut-then-suffers-first-loss-to-toronto-in-may-2026
> Updated: 2026-08-26T07:29:31.000Z. Sources: 122. Developments: 25.

Following their victory over the Portland Fire, the Tempo’s injury crisis deepened. The team announced that guard Brittney Sykes and recently acquired forward Aneesah Morrow will both miss the remainder of the season due to injuries sustained during the Portland game. Sykes suffered a left foot injury, while Morrow sustained a left knee injury.

These losses add to a depleted roster that already includes Marina Mabrey, Nyara Sabally, Maria Conde, and Janiah Barker. Coach Sandy Brondello noted that the team is currently ineligible for a hardship-exception player despite the circumstances. 

On the court, the shorthanded Tempo fell 88-78 to the Las Vegas Aces in Vancouver, dropping their record to 11-26. The team was subsequently scheduled to face the Seattle Storm on August 26, with analysts noting that Toronto’s significant injuries have negatively impacted their road performance.

## Claims

- Toronto Tempo have a record of 10 wins and 16 losses, placing them 10th in the WNBA standings. (disputed by 7 sources)
- The Tempo have 18 games remaining and are trailing the Washington Mystics (14‑12) for the final playoff spot. (disputed by 6 sources)
- The Tempo’s record after the loss was 10‑18. (disputed by 3 sources)
- The Toronto Tempo has a current season record of 10 wins and 25 losses. (disputed by 2 sources)
- The Toronto Tempo has been eliminated from playoff contention. (disputed by 2 sources)
- Minnesota Lynx defeated Toronto Tempo 104‑72 on July 30, 2026. (corroborated by 10 sources)
- Starting guard Brittney Sykes has been out since June 16 with a left plantar‑fascia injury. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- Marina Mabrey is averaging 21 points, 3.6 assists and 3.4 rebounds per game and leads the WNBA with 3.3 three‑pointers per game. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- Kiki Rice is listed as questionable with an ankle sprain for the Toronto Tempo game. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- Emma Cechova is out for the season with a knee injury for the Minnesota Lynx. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- The Tempo's strength of schedule is the second hardest in the league, with an average opponent win percentage of .552. (corroborated by 6 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: Seattle Storm host Toronto Tempo amid heavy injuries

The Seattle Storm host the Toronto Tempo in a WNBA matchup featuring two struggling teams, with Toronto facing major injuries to key scorers Marina Mabrey and Brittney Sykes.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/seattle-storm-host-toronto-tempo-amid-heavy-injuries

### 2026-08-22: Toronto Tempo face season-ending injuries to Sykes and Morrow

The Toronto Tempo will play without Brittney Sykes and Aneesah Morrow for the rest of the season due to injuries. The Las Vegas Aces recently defeated the depleted Tempo 88-78 in Vancouver.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toronto-tempo-defeat-portland-fire-to-end-12-game-skid

### 2026-08-18: Toronto Tempo WNBA team to host games in Vancouver

The Toronto Tempo WNBA expansion team is bringing its brand to the West Coast with upcoming games against the Portland Fire and Las Vegas Aces at Vancouver's Rogers Arena.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toronto-tempo-wnba-team-to-host-games-in-vancouver

### 2026-08-06: Golden State Valkyries defeat Toronto Tempo as they add rebounding star Aneesah Morrow

The Golden State Valkyries beat the Toronto Tempo 92-81, while the Tempo traded for rebounding specialist Aneesah Morrow to strengthen their roster.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/golden-state-valkyries-defeat-toronto-tempo-as-they-add-rebounding-star-aneesah-morrow

### 2026-08-04: Golden State Valkyries beat Toronto Tempo in WNBA game

Golden State Valkyries (20‑9) beat Toronto Tempo (10‑19) at San Francisco’s Chase Center on Aug 4 2026, extending their win streak as Toronto’s bench struggled and new player Aneesah Morrow debuted.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/golden-state-valkyries-beat-toronto-tempo-in-wnba-game

### 2026-07-29: Minnesota Lynx extend win streak to nine with 104-72 rout of Toronto Tempo

Minnesota Lynx beat Toronto Tempo 104‑72 on July 30, 2026, extending their WNBA win streak to nine; Williams, Miles and Collier each scored 15 points.

21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/minnesota-lynx-aim-to-extend-winning-streak-against-toronto-tempo

### 2026-07-27: Toronto Tempo faces league‑leading Minnesota Lynx on July 28, 2026

Toronto Tempo (10‑16) meets league‑leading Minnesota Lynx (22‑6) on July 28; Marina Mabrey leads Tempo, while injuries sideline Brittney Sykes and others. Lynx favorite by 15.5 points; both vie for playoff ber­

40 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toronto-tempo-eye-playoff-spot-after-wnba-all-star-break

### 2026-07-14: Washington Mystics defeat Toronto Tempo 79-62 despite injuries

Washington Mystics beat Toronto Tempo 79‑62 on July 14, 2026; Iriafen had 25 points, Austin 17, and Toronto was missing Sykes, Rice and Fagbenle.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/washington-mystics-face-toronto-tempo-in-wnba-matchup

### 2026-07-13: New York Liberty guard ejected after shoe toss hits Toronto's Marina Mabrey

Liberty guard Betnijah Laney‑Hamilton was ejected after throwing a teammate’s shoe that hit Toronto’s Marina Mabrey, leading to a technical foul and free throws that secured a 93‑91 Liberty loss.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-liberty-guard-ejected-after-shoe-toss-hits-torontos-marina-mabrey

### 2026-07-11: Toronto Tempo defeats New York Liberty in Montreal, attendance record broken

Toronto Tempo beat New York Liberty 93‑91 in Montreal, ending a four‑game skid; Marina Mabrey scored 30, Sabally’s late layup won it, and a shoe‑throw ejection sparked controversy. Attendance hit a WNBA record

21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toronto-tempo-sets-wnba-regularseason-attendance-record-in-montreal

### 2026-07-09: Dallas Wings set WNBA attendance record in Montreal win over Toronto Tempo

Dallas Wings beat Toronto Tempo 108‑95 in Montreal, setting a WNBA regular‑season attendance record of 20,996; Bueckers scored 34 points.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marina-mabrey-earns-first-wnba-all-star-selection-after-eight-year-career

### 2026-06-25: Marina Mabrey matches WNBA single-game scoring record in Toronto's 125-97 win

Marina Mabrey tied the WNBA single‑game scoring record with 53 points as Toronto Tempo beat Los Angeles Sparks 125‑97, setting a franchise points record and sparking playoff hopes.

21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dallas-wings-take-on-las-vegas-aces-in-wnba-showdown

### 2026-06-20: Marina Mabrey scores career‑high 37 as Toronto Tempo defeat Connecticut Sun

Marina Mabrey scored a career‑high 37 points, including nine threes, as the Toronto Tempo rallied to beat the Connecticut Sun 101‑97 on June 19, 2026.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marina-mabrey-scores-careerhigh-37-as-toronto-tempo-defeat-connecticut-sun

### 2026-06-18: Toronto Tempo gains spotlight with new ESPN series and WNBA season debut

Toronto Tempo's inaugural WNBA season and new ESPN series “Setting the Tempo” showcase the Canada‑based franchise’s launch, leadership team and game previews ahead of their first regular‑season game.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toronto-tempo-gains-spotlight-with-new-espn-series-and-wnba-season-debut

### 2026-06-16: Indiana Fever defeats Toronto Tempo to extend winning streak

Indiana Fever beat Toronto Tempo 113‑91, extending their win streak to four; key performances from Cunningham, Mitchell and Clark, while Toronto’s Brittney Sykes left with a foot injury.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toronto-tempo-vs-indiana-fever-wnba-matchup-on-june-16-2026

### 2026-06-12: Washington Mystics edge Toronto Tempo 86-85 with buzzer‑beating jumper

The Mystics beat the Toronto Tempo 86‑85 after Citron’s buzzer‑beater and Betts’ career‑high 18 points; the game was free to stream via DIRECTV and FuboTV trials.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/washington-mystics-edge-toronto-tempo-86-85-with-buzzerbeating-jumper

### 2026-06-11: Toronto Tempo defeats Connecticut Sun 106‑102 in overtime

Toronto Tempo edged Connecticut Sun 106‑102 in overtime on June 10, 2026, as Brittney Sykes tied a career high with 38 points at the Coca‑Cola Coliseum.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toronto-tempo-defeats-connecticut-sun-106102-in-overtime

### 2026-06-10: Toronto Tempo heads to Washington after 38‑point win over Connecticut Sun

Toronto Tempo beat Connecticut Sun 106‑102 in OT, with Brittney Sykes scoring 38, and now travel to Washington to play the Mystics, who won their earlier season meeting.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toronto-tempo-heads-to-washington-after-38point-win-over-connecticut-sun

### 2026-06-07: Toronto Tempo defeat Chicago Sky 85-68

Toronto Tempo beat Chicago Sky 85‑68 on June 7, 2026; Brittney Sykes scored 25, Isabelle Harrison returned with 14, lifting the expansion team to a 6‑5 record.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brittany-sykes-leads-toronto-tempo-to-85-68-victory-over-chicago-sky

### 2026-05-28: Toronto Tempo beat Chicago Sky 111-104 as Nyara Sabally scores career‑high 29

Nyara Sabally’s career‑high 29 points lift Toronto Tempo over Chicago Sky 111‑104; rookie Sydney Taylor sets Sky franchise record with 27 points.

19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toronto-tempo-beat-chicago-sky-111-104-as-nyara-sabally-scores-careerhigh-29

### 2026-05-24: Bridget Carleton steers Portland Fire to 99-80 victory over Toronto Tempo in WNBA expansion showdown

Bridget Carleton’s aggressive play (15 pts, 4 threes) led Portland Fire to a 99‑80 win over Toronto Tempo, the first contest between the two 2026 WNBA expansion teams.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bridget-carleton-steers-portland-fire-to-99-80-victory-over-toronto-tempo-in-wnba-expansion-showdown

### 2026-05-23: Portland Fire beat Toronto Tempo 99-80 in inaugural WNBA expansion clash

Portland Fire beat Toronto Tempo 99-80 in their first WNBA expansion matchup; Engstler 16 points, Leite 15 assists, Mabrey and Rice 19 each.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toronto-tempo-and-portland-fire-face-off-in-inaugural-wnba-expansion-clash

### 2026-05-22: Minnesota Lynx defeat Toronto Tempo 100-72 in WNBA matchup

Maya Caldwell’s 16 points helped the Minnesota Lynx beat Toronto Tempo 100-72, handing the expansion team its worst loss and a 3‑3 record.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/minnesota-lynx-defeat-toronto-tempo-100-72-in-wnba-matchup

### 2026-05-20: Phoenix Mercury fall to Toronto Tempo in WNBA loss

Phoenix Mercury lost 98-90 to Toronto Tempo as Marina Mabrey (30) and Brittney Sykes (31) led the win.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/phoenix-mercury-fall-to-toronto-tempo-in-wnba-loss

### 2026-05-12: Toronto Tempo earns franchise’s first win as Indiana Fever clinches season‑opening victory

Toronto Tempo beats Seattle for its first win; Indiana Fever beats LA Sparks amid Caitlin Clark’s technical foul and injury comeback.

22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toronto-tempo-defeats-seattle-storm-for-franchises-first-win

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Cite as: Toronto Tempo season – injuries, scoring, playoff exit. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/seattle-storm-posts-win-over-connecticut-then-suffers-first-loss-to-toronto-in-may-2026