wnba Game Recap
Phoenix Defeats New York 76-62 - Recap
The Mercury got a 25-point performance from Diamond DeShields as Phoenix ran past New York 76-62 on Saturday at Footprint Center.
The Mercury were a +5.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 159.0.
Phoenix got 20 points from Shey Peddy and another 18 points from Sophie Cunningham. Brianna Turner contributed 4 assists, while Jennie Simms cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
The Liberty got a 20-point performance from Sabrina Ionescu, who was supported by 7 points from Betnijah Laney. Sabrina Ionescu had 5 assists in a losing cause for New York, while Stefanie Dolson grabbed 7 rebounds.
Phoenix led at halftime, 43-34.
Phoenix won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 40-35.
Next game, Phoenix takes its act home to face Minnesota looking for another win. For New York, they head on the road to face Dallas.