wnba Game Recap
Storm Fall 77-70 Against New York - Game Recap
Betnijah Laney-Hamilton scored 18 points leading the Liberty to a 77-70 victory over Seattle at Barclays Center on Thursday.
The Liberty won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -7.5-point spread. UNDER bettors were rewarded when the final score pointed to an UNDER play.
Sabrina Ionescu had 17 points for New York and Jonquel Jones chipped in with 15 points. Sabrina Ionescu had 8 assists for the Liberty, while Jonquel Jones was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
The Storm got a 21-point performance from Skylar Diggins-Smith, who was supported by 17 points from Gabby Williams. Skylar Diggins-Smith had 6 assists in a losing cause for Seattle, while Ezi Magbegor grabbed 7 rebounds.
The Liberty hit the break winning 40-36 before taking care of business in the second half.
New York won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-33.
New York looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Aces. The Storm will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Phoenix.