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Atlanta Falls 96-93 to Mystics - Recap

Atlanta was victimized by Ariel Atkins for 32 points as the Mystics defeated the Dream 96-93 in NBA action on Thursday.

The Mystics were a +1.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 165.0.

Theresa Plaisance had 25 points for Washington and Leilani Mitchell chipped in with 11 points. Natasha Cloud had 11 assists for the Mystics, while Natasha Cloud was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.

Atlanta got 22 points from Odyssey Sims in a losing cause and another 17 points from Tianna Hawkins. Odyssey Sims contributed 7 assists for the Dream, while Tianna Hawkins had 9 rebounds.

The Mystics hit the break losing 46-38 before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Atlanta as they grabbed 37 boards, while Washington only had 31

Washington heads into a battle against the Fever. Atlanta, meanwhile, will have their next action against Minnesota.