wnba Game Recap
Dream Down Los Angeles 88-86 - Match Report
Rhyne Howard went off for 28 points and added 4 rebounds leading Atlanta over Los Angeles, 88-86, on Friday at Gateway Center Arena.
The Dream won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -5.5-point spread. OVER bettors were rewarded when the final score pointed to an OVER play.
Atlanta got 15 points from Cheyenne Parker and another 12 points from Aari McDonald. Erica Wheeler contributed 4 assists, while Naz Hillmon cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
The Sparks got a 23-point performance from Brittney Sykes, who was supported by 16 points from Nneka Ogwumike. Jordin Canada had 8 assists in a losing cause for Los Angeles, while Brittney Sykes grabbed 7 rebounds.
Atlanta led at halftime, 47-45.
Atlanta won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 32-31.
Atlanta looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Lynx. The Sparks will aim to get back on the winning track at Washington.