wnba Game Recap
Sun vs Mercury Final: 86-78 - Recap
Phoenix was scorched by DeWanna Bonner for 27 points as the Sun defeated the Mercury 86-78 in NBA action on Sunday.
Bettors who backed the Sun were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 161.5.
Natisha Hiedeman had 17 points for Connecticut and Briann January chipped in with 15 points. Briann January had 6 assists for the Sun, while Jonquel Jones was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
Phoenix got 19 points from Diana Taurasi in a losing cause and another 18 points from Skylar Diggins-Smith. Diana Taurasi contributed 5 assists for the Mercury, while Brianna Turner had 8 rebounds.
The Sun hit the break winning 37-33 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Connecticut as they grabbed 34 boards, while Phoenix only had 27
Connecticut heads into a battle against the Fever. Phoenix, meanwhile, will have their next action against Washington.