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Minnesota Lynx vs Washington Mystics Recap - Lynx Win 78-71
The Lynx grabbed a 78-71 win over the Mystics on Sunday, behind a 19-point effort from Napheesa Collier at Entertainment and Sports Arena.
The Lynx 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.
Minnesota got 12 points from Courtney Williams and another 10 points from Bridget Carleton. Kayla McBride contributed 4 assists, while Napheesa Collier cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
The Mystics got a 13-point performance from Brittney Sykes, who was supported by 12 points from Ariel Atkins. Julie Vanloo had 4 assists in a losing cause for Washington, while Stefanie Dolson grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Washington were victorious, as the score was 39-35 at the break.
Minnesota won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-35.
Minnesota looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Dream. The Mystics will aim to get back on the winning track at Chicago.