wnba Game Recap
Chicago Sky vs Connecticut Sun Wrap - Connecticut Wins 96-72
The battle between the Sun and Sky didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as Chicago was handed a 96-72 defeat on Sunday at Mohegan Sun Arena.
Connecticut won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -6.0-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 157.5.
DeWanna Bonner had 26 points for Connecticut and DiJonai Carrington chipped in with 17 points. Alyssa Thomas had 12 assists for the Sun, while Alyssa Thomas was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
The Sky got a 29-point performance from Kahleah Copper, who was supported by 11 points from Courtney Williams. Marina Mabrey had 5 assists in a losing cause for Chicago, while Kahleah Copper grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Connecticut were victorious, as the score was 54-42 at the break.
Connecticut had a 38-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Connecticut looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Liberty. The Sky will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Los Angeles.