wnba Game Recap
Minnesota Falls 68-64 to Mystics - Recap
Washington got 19 points from Shakira Austin en route to a 68-64 victory over Minnesota on Tuesday at CareFirst Arena.
Bettors who backed the Mystics were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +8.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 156.5.
Washington got 12 points from Sug Sutton and another 11 points from Kiki Iriafen. Jade Melbourne contributed 5 assists, while Kiki Iriafen cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
The Lynx got a 26-point performance from Alanna Smith, who was supported by 12 points from Jessica Shepard. Courtney Williams had 4 assists in a losing cause for Minnesota, while Jessica Shepard grabbed 15 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Washington were victorious, as the score was 39-37 at the break.
Washington won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 40-39.
Washington heads into a battle against the Aces. Minnesota, meanwhile, will have their next action against Atlanta.