wnba Game Recap
Recap - Mystics Defeat Phoenix 84-69
Washington got 23 points from Natasha Cloud en route to a 84-69 victory over Phoenix on Sunday at Entertainment and Sports Arena.
The Mystics were a -3.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 155.5.
Washington got 23 points from Brittney Sykes and another 13 points from Shatori Walker-Kimbrough. Natasha Cloud contributed 9 assists, while Tianna Hawkins cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
The Mercury got a 17-point performance from Sophie Cunningham, who was supported by 12 points from Megan Gustafson. Sug Sutton had 6 assists in a losing cause for Phoenix, while Sophie Cunningham grabbed 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Washington were victorious, as the score was 46-31 at the break.
Washington had a 35-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Washington heads into a battle against the Lynx. Phoenix, meanwhile, will have their next action against Atlanta.