wnba Game Recap
Washington Falls 99-83 to Lynx - Recap
The Lynx got a 30-point performance from Napheesa Collier as Minnesota handed Washington a 99-83 defeat on Saturday at Entertainment and Sports Arena.
The Lynx were a -3.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 158.0.
Bridget Carleton had 16 points for Minnesota and Courtney Williams chipped in with 14 points. Natisha Hiedeman had 6 assists for the Lynx, while Alanna Smith was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
The Mystics got a 23-point performance from Stefanie Dolson, who was supported by 16 points from Shakira Austin. Brittney Sykes had 7 assists in a losing cause for Washington, while Aaliyah Edwards grabbed 7 rebounds.
The Lynx hit the break winning 45-39 before taking care of business in the second half.
Minnesota won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 31-25.
Next game, Minnesota takes its act on the road to face Las Vegas looking for another win. For Washington, they head home to face Seattle.