wnba Game Recap
Washington Mystics vs Phoenix Mercury Wrap - Phoenix Wins 80-75
The Mercury got a 29-point performance from Diana Taurasi as Phoenix ran past Washington 80-75 on Thursday at Footprint Center.
Phoenix won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +4.5-point spread as underdogs. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 160.0.
Phoenix got 24 points from Skylar Diggins-Smith and another 13 points from Sophie Cunningham. Skylar Diggins-Smith contributed 9 assists, while Diana Taurasi cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
The Mystics got a 19-point performance from Elena Delle Donne, who was supported by 14 points from Ariel Atkins. Natasha Cloud had 7 assists in a losing cause for Washington, while Elena Delle Donne grabbed 12 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Washington were victorious, as the score was 45-43 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Washington as they grabbed 42 boards, while Phoenix only had 31
Phoenix looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Dream. The Mystics will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Minnesota.