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Sykes & Mabrey Ignite Tempo Past Mercury 98-90
20 May
Summary
- Sykes scored 31 points, Mabrey added 30 in Toronto's win.
- Toronto's season-high 15 three-pointers proved decisive.
- Phoenix's Copper scored 18, Thomas added 17 points.
The Toronto Tempo secured a hard-fought 98-90 road victory against the Phoenix Mercury on Tuesday night, propelled by stellar performances from Brittney Sykes and Marina Mabrey. Sykes led all scorers with 31 points, while Mabrey contributed a significant 30 points, including six crucial three-pointers.
The Tempo established control by launching the fourth quarter with a decisive 12-4 run, building an 85-78 advantage. Their offensive momentum was sustained by key plays in the lane, extending their lead to 93-86 with under three minutes remaining.
Toronto's sharp shooting from beyond the arc was a key factor, with the team hitting a season-high 15 three-pointers, a stark contrast to Phoenix's 4 of 22 performance. For the Mercury, Kahleah Copper tallied 18 points and Alyssa Thomas added 17. DeWanna Bonner and Jovana Nogic each contributed 13 points, while Natasha Mack posted 12 points and 10 rebounds before leaving the game late in the third quarter.
