Recap - Sun Defeat Washington 79-71

Recap - Sun Defeat Washington 79-71

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Tina Charles scored 26 points and added 10 rebounds for a double-double, leading Connecticut over Washington, 79-71, on Thursday at Verizon Center.

Bettors who backed the Sun were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of 2.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 153.5.

Connecticut got 23 points from Renee Montgomery and another 11 points from Tan White. Renee Montgomery contributed 5 assists, while Tina Charles cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.

Washington got 19 points from Kelly Miller in a losing cause and another 11 points from Matee Ajavon. Kelly Miller contributed 5 assists for the Mystics, while Nicky Anosike had 13 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Connecticut were victorious, as the score was 43-37 at the break.

Washington won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 39-37.

Connecticut looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Sky. The Mystics will aim to get back on the winning track at Tulsa.