Uncasville, Conn. ? Nykesha Sales had 21 points and eight rebounds and sparked a 19-4 surge in the second half to lead Connecticut to a 73-63 victory Friday over the Charlotte Sting.

The Sun (16-5) remain perfect at home, winning all eight games this season at the Mohegan Sun Arena. They are 13-0 at home since closing out last season with five straight wins.

Liberty 73, Monarchs 63

Sacramento, Calif. – Becky Hammon made three three-pointers and scored 15 points to lead New York. It was the second road win in two nights for the Liberty (10-9).