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Phoenix Defeats Minnesota 90-81 - Recap
Diana Taurasi scored 23 points and chipped in with 10 assists for Phoenix on Thursday, leading the Mercury to a 90-81 victory over Minnesota at Footprint Center.
Bettors who backed the Mercury were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -5.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 160.0.
Phoenix got 19 points from Brittney Griner and another 14 points from Sug Sutton. Diana Taurasi contributed 10 assists, while Brianna Turner cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
The Lynx got a 20-point performance from Aerial Powers, who was supported by 13 points from Jessica Shepard. Napheesa Collier had 4 assists in a losing cause for Minnesota, while Napheesa Collier grabbed 7 rebounds.
Phoenix led at halftime, 57-40.
Phoenix had a 33-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Phoenix takes its act home to face Los Angeles looking for another win. For Minnesota, they head on the road to face Las Vegas.