wnba Game Recap
Mercury Fall 89-71 Against New York - Game Recap
Breanna Stewart scored 28 points and chipped in with 14 rebounds for New York on Sunday, leading the Liberty to a 89-71 victory over Phoenix at Barclays Center.
Bettors who backed the Liberty were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -15.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 162.5.
New York got 13 points from Jonquel Jones and another 10 points from Marine Johannes. Breanna Stewart contributed 7 assists, while Breanna Stewart cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
Phoenix got 27 points from Sophie Cunningham in a losing cause and another 11 points from Moriah Jefferson. Sug Sutton contributed 9 assists for the Mercury, while Megan Gustafson had 7 rebounds.
New York led at halftime, 53-34.
The rebound battle favored New York as they grabbed 39 boards, while Phoenix only had 27
Next game, New York takes its act on the road to face Atlanta looking for another win. For Phoenix, they head home to face Las Vegas.