Tempo Host Fire Amidst Major Injury Concerns

The Toronto Tempo will play host to the Portland Fire on Saturday night in a cross-conference matchup. The Tempo enter this game with a 3-3 record following a recent road loss to the Minnesota Lynx. Kia Nurse was a standout performer in that game, scoring 23 points off the bench. The Portland Fire, holding a 2-3 record, are also coming off a road defeat against the Indiana Fever, where Bridget Carleton led the team with 16 points. Saturday's game features significant injury concerns for both sides. For the Fire, Nyadiew Puoch is questionable with an ankle injury, while Karlie Samuelson and Teja Oblak are also uncertain due to foot and quad injuries, respectively. The Tempo's injury report is also extensive, with Nyara Sabally questionable due to a neck injury. Additionally, Julie Allemand, Isabelle Harrison, and Temi Fagbenle have been ruled out by Toronto due to hip, hand, and shoulder injuries. Fans can catch this anticipated game starting at 6:00 p.m. ET.