wnba Game Recap
Washington Falls 94-72 to Mercury - Recap
The Mercury blew out Washington on Friday, running up the score in a 94-72 win at IMG Academy Gymnasium.
Bettors who backed the Mercury were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 169.5.
Phoenix got 24 points from Skylar Diggins-Smith and another 16 points from Kia Vaughn. Diana Taurasi contributed 7 assists, while Alanna Smith cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
The Mystics got a 17-point performance from Leilani Mitchell, who was supported by 14 points from Myisha Hines-Allen. Leilani Mitchell had 5 assists in a losing cause for Washington, while Emma Meesseman grabbed 6 rebounds.
The Mercury hit the break losing 41-33 before taking care of business in the second half.
Phoenix won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 31-21.
Phoenix heads into a battle against the Lynx. Washington, meanwhile, will have their next action against Connecticut.