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Phoenix Mercury vs Atlanta Dream Wrap - Phoenix Wins 78-71

The Mercury got 20 points from Diana Taurasi as Phoenix ran past Atlanta 78-71 on Sunday at McCamish Pavillion.

Bettors who backed the Mercury were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 162.0.

Phoenix got 20 points from DeWanna Bonner and another 17 points from Brittney Griner. Diana Taurasi contributed 8 assists, while Brittney Griner cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.

The Dream got a 21-point performance from Angel McCoughtry, who was supported by 14 points from Renee Montgomery. Layshia Clarendon had 3 assists in a losing cause for Atlanta, while Angel McCoughtry grabbed 10 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Phoenix were victorious, as the score was 38-30 at the break.

Atlanta won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-34.

Next game, Phoenix takes its act on the road to face New York looking for another win. For Atlanta, they head home to face Connecticut.