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Toronto Tempo guard Brittney Sykes was helped off the court during the third quarter of Tuesday night's game against the Indiana Fever after suffering a non-contact injury. Sykes immediately grimaced in pain and then hid her face while lying on the court. She was eventually assisted to the locker room by team personnel. (USA Today)

🎥 Watch the play that led to Sykes' injury

WHY IT MATTERS: There is no official update yet, but non-contact injuries often raise concern because they can involve serious issues like ACL injuries or Achilles tendon ruptures. Hopefully the news is better than many fear. Sykes has been one of the league's best stories this season, averaging a career-high 20.7 points per game while helping keep the expansion Tempo in the playoff race. Losing her would be difficult for both Sykes and Toronto’s first-year postseason hopes.

The New York Liberty have already secured their place in the Commissioner's Cup Championship Game, but the Western Conference spot will be decided tonight. The Las Vegas Aces can control their own destiny and clinch the spot with a win, or will advance with a Minnesota Lynx loss. Meanwhile the Lynx need both a win and an Aces loss to advance. (CBS Sports)

Games that will decide it:

WHY IT MATTERS: A trip to the Commissioner's Cup Championship Game and a chance to win a $500,000 prize pool are on the line. While the league's biggest stars are earning more than ever under the new CBA, this bonus money can still be meaningful for many role players. The teams are also competing to raise money for their chosen charities, giving everyone something extra to play for.

Reigning national champion UCLA will travel to British Columbia next month for an exhibition game against Canada's senior national team. The matchup gives the Bruins a rare summer opportunity to face one of the top national teams in the world. (Sports Illustrated)

WHY IT MATTERS: College teams do not often play high-profile games during the summer, which makes this one especially interesting. Team Canada is consistently among the strongest teams in FIBA competition, giving UCLA a valuable test months before the college season begins. It's also a chance for the reigning national champions to gain additional exposure while measuring themselves against top international competition.