wnba Game Recap
Phoenix Falls 85-83 to Liberty - Recap
Betnijah Laney scored 23 points and chipped in with 10 assists for New York on Sunday, leading the Liberty to a 85-83 victory over Phoenix at Phoenix Suns Arena.
New York was the ATS victor, as they covered the +7.0-point spread as an underdog. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 159.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
New York got 16 points from Jazmine Jones and another 14 points from Sami Whitcomb. Betnijah Laney contributed 10 assists, while Betnijah Laney cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
The Mercury got a 29-point performance from Brittney Griner, who was supported by 25 points from Skylar Diggins-Smith. Skylar Diggins-Smith had 5 assists in a losing cause for Phoenix, while Brittney Griner grabbed 14 rebounds.
The Liberty hit the break winning 48-36 before taking care of business in the second half.
Phoenix had a 42-36 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, New York takes its act on the road to face Las Vegas looking for another win. For Phoenix, they head on the road to face Los Angeles.