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Mystics vs Fever Final: 96-88 - Recap
Indiana was scorched by Brittney Sykes for 29 points as the Mystics defeated the Fever 96-88 in NBA action on Friday.
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 155.5.
Washington got 26 points from Ariel Atkins and another 10 points from Tianna Hawkins. Tianna Hawkins contributed 5 assists, while Ariel Atkins cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
The Fever got a 20-point performance from Lexie Hull, who was supported by 19 points from NaLyssa Smith. Erica Wheeler had 7 assists in a losing cause for Indiana, while NaLyssa Smith grabbed 7 rebounds.
The Mystics hit the break winning 55-40 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Washington as they grabbed 31 boards, while Indiana only had 28
Next game, Washington takes its act on the road to face Connecticut looking for another win. For Indiana, they head home to face Dallas.