wnba Game Recap
Liberty Down Connecticut 87-78 - Match Report
Sabrina Ionescu scored 36 points and added 11 rebounds for a double-double, leading New York over Connecticut, 87-78, on Sunday at Mohegan Sun Arena.
New York won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -11.5-point spread. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 170.5.
New York got 21 points from Jonquel Jones and another 11 points from Emma Meesseman. Natasha Cloud contributed 4 assists, while Sabrina Ionescu cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
The Sun got a 17-point performance from Tina Charles, who was supported by 16 points from Aneesah Morrow. Bria Hartley had 4 assists in a losing cause for Connecticut, while Aneesah Morrow grabbed 9 rebounds.
New York led at halftime, 45-38.
The rebound battle favored New York as they grabbed 35 boards, while Connecticut only had 28
New York looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Wings. The Sun will aim to get back on the winning track at Phoenix.