wnba Game Recap
Los Angeles Sparks vs New York Liberty Wrap - Los Angeles Wins 86-83
The Sparks got 17 points from Erica Wheeler as Los Angeles ran past New York 86-83 on Sunday at Barclays Center.
Bettors who backed the Sparks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +3.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 154.0.
Nneka Ogwumike had 16 points for Los Angeles and Kristi Toliver chipped in with 16 points. Nneka Ogwumike had 6 assists for the Sparks, while Brittney Sykes was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
New York got 17 points from Sami Whitcomb in a losing cause and another 17 points from Natasha Howard. Betnijah Laney contributed 9 assists for the Liberty, while Natasha Howard had 11 rebounds.
The Sparks hit the break losing 45-38 before taking care of business in the second half.
New York had a 34-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Los Angeles takes its act on the road to face Washington looking for another win. For New York, they head home to face Phoenix.