wnba Game Recap
Recap - Mystics Defeat Phoenix 88-69
The Mystics got 17 points from Elena Delle Donne as Washington ran past Phoenix 88-69 on Friday at Entertainment and Sports Arena.
Washington won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -12.5-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 156.0.
Washington got 16 points from Brittney Sykes and another 14 points from Meng Li. Ariel Atkins contributed 5 assists, while Tianna Hawkins cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Phoenix got 20 points from Michaela Onyenwere in a losing cause and another 13 points from Sophie Cunningham. Sug Sutton contributed 8 assists for the Mercury, while Michaela Onyenwere had 9 rebounds.
Washington led at halftime, 54-38.
Washington had a 34-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Washington looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Sky. The Mercury will aim to get back on the winning track at New York.