wnba Game Recap
Mercury Down Indiana 83-71 - Match Report
Diana Taurasi scored 27 points for Phoenix on Monday, leading the Mercury to a 83-71 victory over Indiana at Footprint Center.
Bettors who backed the Mercury were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 169.5.
Phoenix got 17 points from Skylar Diggins-Smith and another 16 points from Sophie Cunningham. Shey Peddy contributed 5 assists, while Brianna Turner cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
The Fever got a 22-point performance from Kelsey Mitchell, who was supported by 15 points from NaLyssa Smith. Kelsey Mitchell had 4 assists in a losing cause for Indiana, while NaLyssa Smith grabbed 10 rebounds.
Phoenix led at halftime, 45-41.
The rebound battle favored Indiana as they grabbed 36 boards, while Phoenix only had 30