wnba Game Recap
Los Angeles Defeats Dallas 84-81 - Recap
Brittney Sykes scored 23 points leading the Sparks to a 84-81 victory over Dallas at IMG Academy Gymnasium on Sunday.
Los Angeles did not, however, defeat the Wings against the spread, which closed at -10.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 161.5.
Los Angeles got 22 points from Candace Parker and another 14 points from Nneka Ogwumike. Candace Parker contributed 6 assists, while Candace Parker cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
The Wings got a 20-point performance from Arike Ogunbowale, who was supported by 15 points from Marina Mabrey. Arike Ogunbowale had 5 assists in a losing cause for Dallas, while Satou Sabally grabbed 9 rebounds.
The Sparks hit the break losing 42-38 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Dallas as they grabbed 34 boards, while Los Angeles only had 30
Los Angeles heads into a battle against the Lynx. Dallas, meanwhile, will have their next action against Las Vegas.