The Toronto Tempo secured the first win in franchise history on Wednesday night, defeating the Seattle Storm 86-73.
Led by a 26-point performance from Marina Mabrey, the 2026 WNBA expansion side earned the victory before a sold-out crowd at Coca-Cola Coliseum.
Mabrey served as the primary catalyst for the Toronto offense. The veteran guard connected on six 3-pointers, hitting critical shots during a decisive second-half run.
Her perimeter work allowed the Tempo to pull away, after entering halftime trailing by a single point.
Marina Mabrey’s Season-High 3-Point Tally Key to Tempo Win
The game shifted in the third quarter, as Mabrey ignited an 18-6 scoring surge. She finished the night 6-of-11 from beyond the arc, marking a season-high. Her ability to stretch the floor neutralized the Seattle Storm defense, creating driving lanes for her teammates.
However, it helped that Seattle struggled to maintain pace in the final period.
The Storm offense went cold, recording just one field goal in the final six minutes of play. While Dominique Malonga led Seattle with 21 points, the team couldn't overcome the 15 turnovers that led to 19 Toronto points.
Where to Watch Toronto Tempo vs. LA Sparks in WNBA Friday
The win establishes Toronto as a competitive force in the Eastern Conference during its inaugural WNBA campaign.
The Tempo is now 1-1, facing off against the LA Sparks on Friday night at 10 PM ET, live on ION.
