wnba Game Recap
Lynx vs Mercury Final: 84-71 - Recap
The Lynx got 18 points from Kayla McBride as Minnesota ran past Phoenix 84-71 on Tuesday at Footprint Center.
Bettors who backed the Lynx were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +6.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 169.0.
Minnesota got 12 points from Moriah Jefferson and another 12 points from Natalie Achonwa. Moriah Jefferson contributed 9 assists, while Jessica Shepard cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.
Phoenix got 25 points from Skylar Diggins-Smith in a losing cause and another 15 points from Diana Taurasi. Skylar Diggins-Smith contributed 6 assists for the Mercury, while Tina Charles had 7 rebounds.
The Lynx hit the break losing 40-36 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Minnesota as they grabbed 36 boards, while Phoenix only had 32