wnba Game Recap
Recap - Mercury Defeat Atlanta 76-75
Shey Peddy scored 18 points leading the Mercury to a 76-75 victory over Atlanta at Gateway Center Arena on Wednesday.
The Mercury earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -4.0-point spread. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 155.0 were rewarded with a winning wager.
Phoenix got 13 points from Skylar Diggins-Smith and another 10 points from Sophie Cunningham. Skylar Diggins-Smith contributed 5 assists, while Brianna Turner cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.
The Dream got a 20-point performance from Courtney Williams, who was supported by 13 points from Monique Billings. Courtney Williams had 5 assists in a losing cause for Atlanta, while Courtney Williams grabbed 14 rebounds.
The Mercury hit the break losing 48-34 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Phoenix as they grabbed 32 boards, while Atlanta only had 31
Phoenix looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Sun. The Dream will aim to get back on the winning track at Washington.