wnba Game Recap
Phoenix Mercury vs Atlanta Dream Wrap - Atlanta Wins 96-72
The Dream blew out Phoenix on Friday, running up the score in a 96-72 win at Gateway Center Arena.
Atlanta won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +3.0-point spread as underdogs. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 167.0.
Atlanta got 26 points from Allisha Gray and another 18 points from Naz Hillmon. Jordin Canada contributed 11 assists, while Naz Hillmon cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
The Mercury got a 19-point performance from Kahleah Copper, who was supported by 12 points from Alyssa Thomas. Monique Akoa Makani had 5 assists in a losing cause for Phoenix, while Alyssa Thomas grabbed 10 rebounds.
Atlanta led at halftime, 58-42.
Atlanta had a 37-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Atlanta takes its act home to face Washington looking for another win. For Phoenix, they head on the road to face Chicago.