wnba Game Recap
Minnesota Lynx vs Phoenix Mercury Recap - Mercury Win 81-80
The Mercury got a 34-point performance from Kahleah Copper as Phoenix handed Minnesota a 81-80 defeat on Friday at Footprint Center.
The Mercury were a +5.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 161.5.
Phoenix got 12 points from Diana Taurasi and another 11 points from Brittney Griner. Natasha Cloud contributed 10 assists, while Natasha Mack cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Minnesota got 25 points from Kayla McBride in a losing cause and another 20 points from Napheesa Collier. Napheesa Collier contributed 6 assists for the Lynx, while Napheesa Collier had 12 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Phoenix were victorious, as the score was 38-35 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Phoenix as they grabbed 39 boards, while Minnesota only had 36
Phoenix heads into a battle against the Wings. Minnesota, meanwhile, will have their next action against Seattle.