wnba Game Recap
Sun vs Fever Final: 81-78 - Recap
Connecticut got 22 points from Tiffany Hayes en route to a 81-78 victory over Indiana on Tuesday at Mohegan Sun Arena.
The Sun won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -12.0-point spread. PUSH bettors were rewarded when the final score pointed to an PUSH play.
Connecticut got 19 points from Brionna Jones and another 13 points from Alyssa Thomas. Alyssa Thomas contributed 7 assists, while Alyssa Thomas cleaned the glass with 17 rebounds.
The Fever got a 20-point performance from Aliyah Boston, who was supported by 19 points from Kelsey Mitchell. Erica Wheeler had 7 assists in a losing cause for Indiana, while NaLyssa Smith grabbed 15 rebounds.
Connecticut led at halftime, 38-34.
The rebound battle favored Connecticut as they grabbed 45 boards, while Indiana only had 37
Next game, Connecticut takes its act on the road to face Minnesota looking for another win. For Indiana, they head home to face Las Vegas.