On Tuesday night, the Storm dominated the Mercury in a convincing victory. The Storm’s balanced contributions from their entire lineup was a key factor in their success.
The Storm started off strong, with a 3-point shot from forward Breanna Stewart to give them an early lead. From there, the Storm never looked back. Guard Jewell Loyd was a force to be reckoned with, scoring 18 points and dishing out 7 assists. She was supported by a strong performance from guard Sue Bird, who scored 13 points and had 6 assists.
The Storm’s frontcourt was equally impressive. Forward Natasha Howard had a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Center Mercedes Russell also contributed 10 points and 8 rebounds. In addition, forward Alysha Clark had 8 points and 7 rebounds off the bench.
The Mercury, on the other hand, struggled to keep up with the Storm’s balanced attack. Guard Diana Taurasi led the team with 20 points, but she was the only Mercury player to score in double figures. The Mercury’s lack of depth was evident as they were outscored in every quarter.
The Storm’s balanced contributions from their entire lineup was the difference in this game. Every player on the court contributed in some way, whether it was scoring, rebounding, or passing. This team effort allowed the Storm to cruise to an easy victory over the Mercury.
The Storm’s balanced attack is a testament to their depth and talent. With such a talented roster, it’s no surprise that they are one of the top teams in the WNBA. If they continue to get contributions from their entire lineup, they have a great chance of making a deep run in the playoffs.
