The Connecticut Sun 2020 relied on DeWanna Bonner as their primary scorer and versatile two-way leader, while Alyssa Thomas anchored the team with elite playmaking, rebounding, and defensive impact. Brionna Jones provided efficient interior scoring and strong work on the glass, and Jasmine Thomas directed the backcourt. Connecticut’s balanced offense, physical rebounding, disciplined defense, and unselfish ball movement made them one of the league’s most well-rounded teams.
Operating as Connecticut’s primary scorer in the WNBA bubble, Bonner carried the offense through isolation sets and late-clock possessions while also defending multiple frontcourt spots. Season-long coverage noted how quickly she became Curt Miller’s go-to option after arriving from Phoenix, helping stabilize a roster that started slowly before surging into the semifinals. (WNBA)
All-WNBA Second Team (2020); WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Alyssa Thomas
Starter/Star [1.1]
32.8
High [1.2]
15.5
9.0
4.8
2.3
83.95
Rather than simply filling the stat sheet, Thomas functioned as Connecticut’s defensive backbone and offensive connector. Writers consistently highlighted her ability to initiate fast breaks after rebounds and play through a shoulder injury, with her versatility setting the tone for the Sun’s playoff run. (WNBA)
WNBA All-Defensive First Team (2020); WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Brionna Jones
Starter/Star [1.1]
26.1
Medium [1.1]
11.2
5.6
1.0
2.4
48.64
Jones quietly became one of the league’s most reliable interior finishers, thriving as a screener and rim runner while complementing Connecticut’s veteran stars. Independent coverage frequently praised her efficiency and willingness to embrace physical play around the basket. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Jasmine Thomas
Starter/Star [1.1]
25.5
Medium [1.1]
10.2
1.7
4.0
1.6
42.83
Thomas balanced playmaking with tough perimeter defense, often taking the assignment of slowing opposing lead guards. Reports throughout the season emphasized her leadership during the Sun’s turnaround after their difficult opening stretch in the bubble. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Natisha Hiedeman
Key Contributor [1.05]
18.5
Low [1.0]
6.1
1.9
1.9
0.4
21.84
Hiedeman settled into an energetic reserve role, providing instant pace and perimeter shooting off the bench. Analysts noted that her confidence grew as the season progressed, giving Connecticut another dependable guard in the rotation. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Briann January
Key Contributor [1.05]
23.3
Low [1.0]
5.0
1.2
3.4
0.8
21.84
January’s scoring was secondary to her value as a veteran organizer and perimeter defender. Coaches leaned on her experience to steady the backcourt, particularly after joining the club in an unusual pandemic season. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Kaila Charles
Key Contributor [1.05]
17.9
Low [1.0]
5.4
2.6
0.9
1.1
21.00
The rookie carved out meaningful minutes through defensive effort and physical wing play rather than polished offense. Contemporary reporting viewed her as a developmental player whose versatility earned Curt Miller’s trust. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Bria Holmes
Bench [1.0]
16.2
Low [1.0]
4.9
1.8
1.1
1.0
17.60
Holmes supplied scoring bursts when Connecticut needed another shot creator. Her role remained straightforward, attacking second units while allowing the starters to conserve energy during the condensed bubble schedule. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Beatrice Mompremier
Bench [1.0]
8.9
Low [1.0]
2.3
3.3
0.1
0.8
13.00
Limited independent coverage surrounded Mompremier because she played a developmental reserve role. The available reporting focused on her rebounding instincts and long-term upside rather than immediate production. (WNBA)
None
Kaleena Mosqueda-Lewis
Bench [1.0]
10.3
Low [1.0]
3.4
1.3
0.3
0.3
10.60
Mosqueda-Lewis continued to serve as a situational floor spacer whose shooting gravity mattered more than raw production. Her opportunities fluctuated as Connecticut prioritized defense and lineup flexibility. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Essence Carson
Bench [1.0]
11.2
Low [1.0]
3.2
1.5
0.6
0.5
11.60
Carson accepted a low-usage veteran role built around defensive versatility and steady decision-making. Independent reporting during the season focused far more on her leadership than offensive numbers. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Theresa Plaisance
Bench [1.0]
6.9
Low [1.0]
2.5
1.0
0.1
0.6
8.40
Plaisance appeared primarily as a stretch frontcourt option in specific matchups. Contemporary independent coverage of her season was limited because her role rarely extended beyond spot minutes. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Jacki Gemelos
Bench [1.0]
4.8
Low [1.0]
1.8
0.3
0.2
0.3
5.20
Gemelos saw only brief appearances, leaving little independent season-specific reporting. Available coverage centered on her veteran presence and professionalism within the bubble environment rather than on-court production. (WNBA)
None
TEAM TOTALS
87.8
36.2
24.4
13.6
392.09
Connecticut recovered from a slow bubble start by leaning on veteran leadership, versatile defense and a balanced frontcourt, advancing to the 2020 WNBA Semifinals after one of the league’s strongest second-half turnarounds.
Playing through a painful shoulder injury, Thomas remained Connecticut’s emotional leader and offensive hub. Her willingness to initiate offense, switch defensively and attack the glass drew widespread praise as the Sun pushed the top-seeded Aces to a deciding Game 5. (WNBA)
WNBA All-Defensive First Team (2020); WNBA Semifinals (2020)
DeWanna Bonner
Starter/Star [1.1]
35.0
High [1.2]
15.4
10.4
3.9
3.0
85.01
Bonner embraced the toughest scoring assignments while also carrying a heavy rebounding load from the wing. Her 17-point, 13-rebound performance against Los Angeles became one of the defining moments of Connecticut’s underdog postseason run. (WNBA)
All-WNBA Second Team (2020); WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Jasmine Thomas
Starter/Star [1.1]
32.0
High [1.2]
14.7
2.1
4.4
1.2
59.77
Connecticut relied on Thomas to organize the offense while chasing elite opposing guards around screens. Her calm decision-making and timely perimeter shooting were repeatedly highlighted as stabilizing factors throughout the semifinal series. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Brionna Jones
Starter/Star [1.1]
28.3
Medium [1.1]
9.4
7.3
1.4
1.9
48.64
Jones handled the physical work inside, setting hard screens and battling for second-chance opportunities against bigger frontcourts. Analysts regularly credited her willingness to embrace contact instead of chasing touches. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Briann January
Starter/Star [1.1]
32.6
Medium [1.1]
9.0
1.9
3.6
0.9
37.75
January’s value came through defensive discipline and veteran composure more than scoring. Coaches trusted her to direct traffic, pressure opposing guards and make smart decisions during high-leverage possessions. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Kaila Charles
Bench [1.0]
11.7
Low [1.0]
4.0
1.7
0.4
0.2
12.60
The rookie earned short playoff stints because of her defensive intensity and willingness to play a physical wing role. Independent postseason coverage was limited, but coaches consistently rewarded her effort. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Natisha Hiedeman
Bench [1.0]
7.7
Low [1.0]
3.4
0.7
1.3
0.4
11.60
Hiedeman supplied energy whenever the second unit needed another ball-handler. Her minutes fluctuated, yet she remained a trusted change-of-pace guard capable of stretching the floor with confident perimeter shooting. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Beatrice Mompremier
Bench [1.0]
12.3
Low [1.0]
1.7
3.6
0.1
1.5
13.80
Limited contemporary reporting surrounded Mompremier’s playoff appearances because she filled a developmental reserve role. Available coverage focused on her rebounding instincts and long-term upside whenever called upon. (WNBA)
None
Essence Carson
Bench [1.0]
7.8
Low [1.0]
2.6
0.4
0.0
0.6
7.20
Carson accepted a specialist role built around defensive versatility and veteran leadership. Although her minutes were limited, teammates and coaches valued her experience during the pressure of the bubble postseason. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Theresa Plaisance
Bench [1.0]
4.0
Low [1.0]
0.0
0.7
0.3
0.3
2.60
Plaisance appeared only in spot minutes as a stretch frontcourt option. Independent playoff coverage discussing her individual role was limited because Connecticut shortened its rotation in the semifinals. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
Kaleena Mosqueda-Lewis
Bench [1.0]
2.5
Low [1.0]
1.0
0.0
0.5
0.0
3.00
Mosqueda-Lewis saw only brief action, leaving little season-specific independent reporting. Her value remained tied to floor spacing whenever Connecticut needed an extra perimeter shooter. (WNBA)
WNBA Semifinals (2020)
TEAM TOTALS
79.1
36.2
21.9
11.2
366.71
Connecticut’s playoff identity centered on defensive versatility, relentless rebounding and veteran leadership, allowing the seventh seed to eliminate Chicago and Los Angeles before narrowly falling to Las Vegas in a five-game semifinal series.
