wnba Game Recap
Connecticut Defeats Chicago 79-68 - Recap
The Sun got 15 points from Alyssa Thomas as Connecticut ran past Chicago 79-68 on Thursday at Mohegan Sun Arena.
Bettors who backed the Sun were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -8.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 156.0.
Connecticut got 15 points from DeWanna Bonner and another 12 points from Briann January. Alyssa Thomas contributed 6 assists, while Alyssa Thomas cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
The Sky got a 13-point performance from Kahleah Copper, who was supported by 12 points from Candace Parker. Courtney Vandersloot had 6 assists in a losing cause for Chicago, while Candace Parker grabbed 7 rebounds.
The Sun hit the break winning 45-39 before taking care of business in the second half.
Connecticut won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 39-26.