wnba Game Recap
Mercury vs Storm Final: 85-82 - Recap
Alyssa Thomas scored 19 points leading the Mercury to a 85-82 victory over Seattle at Climate Pledge Arena on Sunday.
Bettors who backed the Mercury were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 163.5.
Phoenix got 17 points from Kahleah Copper and another 15 points from Sami Whitcomb. Alyssa Thomas contributed 11 assists, while Satou Sabally cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Seattle got 24 points from Nneka Ogwumike in a losing cause and another 14 points from Skylar Diggins. Gabby Williams contributed 7 assists for the Storm, while Nneka Ogwumike had 8 rebounds.
The Mercury hit the break winning 43-37 before taking care of business in the second half.
Phoenix had a 34-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Phoenix takes its act on the road to face Golden State looking for another win. For Seattle, they head on the road to face Chicago.