wnba Game Recap
Phoenix Mercury vs Atlanta Dream Recap - Mercury Win 84-69
The Dream were burned for 25 points by Skylar Diggins-Smith on Saturday as the Mercury picked up a 84-69 win at Gateway Center Arena.
The Mercury were a -5.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 164.0.
Diana Taurasi had 18 points for Phoenix and Brianna Turner chipped in with 15 points. Skylar Diggins-Smith had 7 assists for the Mercury, while Brittney Griner was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
The Dream got a 16-point performance from Odyssey Sims, who was supported by 15 points from Monique Billings. Courtney Williams had 4 assists in a losing cause for Atlanta, while Courtney Williams grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Phoenix were victorious, as the score was 39-32 at the break.
Phoenix won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 47-24.
Phoenix looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Liberty. The Dream will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Chicago.