wnba Game Recap
New York Defeats Indiana 87-81 - Recap
Indiana was victimized by Kia Nurse for 34 points as the Liberty defeated the Fever 87-81 in NBA action on Saturday.
The Liberty were a -5.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 155.0.
New York got 23 points from Tina Charles and another 17 points from Shavonte Zellous. Kia Nurse contributed 4 assists, while Kiah Stokes cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
The Fever got a 26-point performance from Kelsey Mitchell, who was supported by 16 points from Candice Dupree. Erica Wheeler had 7 assists in a losing cause for Indiana, while Candice Dupree grabbed 8 rebounds.
The Liberty hit the break winning 46-29 before taking care of business in the second half.
New York had a 46-33 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
New York heads into a battle against the Mercury. Indiana, meanwhile, will have their next action against Dallas.