wnba Game Recap
Liberty Down Phoenix 89-69 - Match Report
The Liberty blew out Phoenix on Sunday, running up the score in a 89-69 win at Barclays Center.
New York won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -1.5-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 166.0.
Natasha Howard had 23 points for New York and Rebecca Allen chipped in with 17 points. Sabrina Ionescu had 16 assists for the Liberty, while Natasha Howard was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
The Mercury got a 21-point performance from Sophie Cunningham, who was supported by 13 points from Shey Peddy. Skylar Diggins-Smith had 11 assists in a losing cause for Phoenix, while Shey Peddy grabbed 12 rebounds.
New York led at halftime, 35-27.
New York had a 42-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
New York looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Sparks. The Mercury will aim to get back on the winning track at Connecticut.