Charles breaks WNBA rebound record

UNCASVILLE, Connecticut (AP) Connecticut's Tina Charles had 18 points and eight rebounds to become the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 800 career rebounds, as the Sun beat the San Antonio Silver Stars 83-79 in the WNBA on Friday.

Charles began the day four rebounds short of the milestone and got it with 2:02 remaining in the third quarter. She reached the mark in her 71st career game, besting the previous mark set by Yolanda Griffith, who did it in her 72nd game.

Charles also had three blocks to help the Sun open the season with three wins for the second time in franchise history. Renee Montgomery top-scored with 23 points.

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