🏀 Mystics Dominate the Sky: Delle Donne’s 18-Point Performance Secures Victory! 🌩️
TL;DR: The Washington Mystics soared to a resounding 80-59 victory over the struggling Chicago Sky. Elena Delle Donne led the charge with 18 points and eight rebounds, while Natasha Cloud added 16 points. The Mystics’ dominance over the Sky continued, marking their second win against them in just four days. Washington’s strong start propelled them to a commanding lead, with Chicago unable to find their footing throughout the game.
In a battle of the boards, Ariel Atkins contributed 12 points, and Shakira Austin showcased her skills with 10 points and seven rebounds for the Mystics. Notably, Cloud made team history by becoming the fourth player to surpass 200 career 3-pointers. On the other side, Alanna Smith’s 13 points weren’t enough to lift the struggling Sky, as Kahleah Copper and Marina Mabrey struggled with their shooting, going a combined 4 of 24 from the field.
From the opening whistle, the Mystics displayed their dominance, outscoring the Sky 25-9 in a lopsided first quarter. Washington’s sharp shooting, connecting on 11 of 22 field goals, left Chicago scrambling to find a response. The Sky’s offensive struggles continued, with only three successful field goals out of 17 attempts in the first ten minutes of play. Their frustration was evident, and it wasn’t until Dana Evans’ jumper with 7:57 left in the second quarter that the Sky finally reached double figures.
Building on their first-half lead, the Mystics held a comfortable 19-point advantage heading into halftime. With an insurmountable lead, the second half became a mere formality for Washington as they cruised to victory.
The Washington Mystics’ triumph solidifies their position as a formidable force in the league, while the Chicago Sky’s woes continue with their fifth consecutive loss. Will the Sky be able to regroup and turn their season around? Or will the Mystics continue their dominance and further establish themselves as a championship contender?
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