wnba Game Recap
Recap - Mercury Defeat Atlanta 96-80
Phoenix earned a 96-80 victory over Atlanta on Friday, getting 24 points from Bria Hartley at IMG Academy Gymnasium.
Phoenix was the ATS victor, as they covered the -9.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 168.0 were rewarded at the payout window.
Phoenix got 20 points from Shatori Walker-Kimbrough and another 17 points from Skylar Diggins-Smith. Bria Hartley contributed 5 assists, while Brittney Griner cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
The Dream got a 16-point performance from Betnijah Laney, who was supported by 12 points from Monique Billings. Blake Dietrick had 7 assists in a losing cause for Atlanta, while Courtney Williams grabbed 14 rebounds.
The Mercury hit the break winning 44-34 before taking care of business in the second half.
Atlanta won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 35-30.
Phoenix looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Wings. The Dream will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Chicago.