wnba Game Recap
Sun Down Washington 67-56 - Match Report
The Sun got 21 points from Tina Charles as Connecticut ran past Washington 67-56 on Thursday at Mohegan Sun Arena.
Bettors who backed the Sun 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 UNDER the closing total of 157.5.
Connecticut got 10 points from Aaliyah Edwards and another 8 points from Olivia Nelson-Ododa. Leila Lacan contributed 5 assists, while Aneesah Morrow cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
The Mystics got a 15-point performance from Sonia Citron, who was supported by 13 points from Kiki Iriafen. Sug Sutton had 6 assists in a losing cause for Washington, while Kiki Iriafen grabbed 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Connecticut were victorious, as the score was 33-26 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Connecticut as they grabbed 34 boards, while Washington only had 27
Connecticut looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Sky. The Mystics will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Las Vegas.