The Toronto Tempo's inaugural WNBA campaign showed early promise before a wave of injuries derailed their expansion season. The team, featuring veterans Brittney Sykes and Marina Mabrey, had been on track for a special first year in the league.
According to a season review published November 5, 2026, the Tempo's promising start unraveled as key players missed significant time. The expansion franchise had generated optimism with competitive performances early in the 2026 season, but injury setbacks ultimately defined their campaign.
