Connecticut Sun’s Saniya Rivers returns to form, dedicates game vs Las Vegas Aces to late mother

UNCASVILLE — Saniya Rivers could feel the spirit of her mother Demetria beaming with pride during the Connecticut Sun‘s game against the Las Vegas Aces on Friday night. Demetria died suddenly during Rivers’ rookie season, just days after the start of 2025 training camp, and while nothing will compare to the emotional difficulty of last year, that grief still weighs heavily on Rivers. The ...