wnba Game Recap
Connecticut Sun vs Phoenix Mercury Recap - Mercury Win 90-84
Brittney Griner scored 21 points and chipped in with 10 rebounds for Phoenix on Thursday, leading the Mercury to a 90-84 victory over Connecticut at Footprint Center.
The Mercury were a +7.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 159.5.
Moriah Jefferson had 17 points for Phoenix and Diana Taurasi chipped in with 16 points. Moriah Jefferson had 5 assists for the Mercury, while Brittney Griner was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Connecticut got 24 points from Rebecca Allen in a losing cause and another 20 points from Alyssa Thomas. Alyssa Thomas contributed 8 assists for the Sun, while Alyssa Thomas had 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Phoenix were victorious, as the score was 52-48 at the break.
Connecticut had a 31-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Phoenix looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Storm. The Sun will aim to get back on the winning track at Dallas.