wnba Game Recap
Phoenix Mercury vs Connecticut Sun Wrap - Connecticut Wins 91-87
Phoenix was victimized for 25 points and 10 rebounds by Courtney Williams as the Sun defeated the Mercury 91-87 in NBA action on Friday.
Connecticut did not, however, defeat the Mercury against the spread, which closed at -5.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 169.0.
Connecticut got 22 points from Chiney Ogwumike and another 14 points from Jasmine Thomas. Alyssa Thomas contributed 10 assists, while Courtney Williams cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Phoenix got 28 points from Diana Taurasi in a losing cause and another 19 points from Brittney Griner. DeWanna Bonner contributed 6 assists for the Mercury, while Diana Taurasi had 7 rebounds.
The Sun hit the break losing 45-43 before taking care of business in the second half.
Connecticut heads into a battle against the Lynx. Phoenix, meanwhile, will have their next action against Indiana.