wnba Game Recap
Mercury vs Dream Final: 90-88 - Recap
The Mercury grabbed a 90-88 win over the Dream on Friday, behind a 23-point effort from Diana Taurasi at Footprint Center.
Phoenix won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -4.0-point spread. The game went OVER the consensus closing total of 154.0.
Tina Charles had 20 points for Phoenix and Skylar Diggins-Smith chipped in with 18 points. Diana Taurasi had 6 assists for the Mercury, while Brianna Turner was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
The Dream got a 25-point performance from Rhyne Howard, who was supported by 20 points from Cheyenne Parker. Rhyne Howard had 5 assists in a losing cause for Atlanta, while Cheyenne Parker grabbed 13 rebounds.
The Mercury hit the break winning 38-36 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Phoenix as they grabbed 38 boards, while Atlanta only had 36
Phoenix looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Mystics. The Dream will aim to get back on the winning track at Connecticut.