Astier powers the Liberty past the Mercury 75-68 as Phoenix’s late rally falls short
The New York Liberty defeated the Phoenix Mercury 75-68 in a closely contested game. Pauline Astier led the Liberty with 16 points, while Betnijah Laney-Hamilton contributed 13 points. Despite a late rally from the Mercury, the Liberty held on for the win.
- ▪Pauline Astier scored 16 points to lead the New York Liberty.
- ▪The Liberty used a 13-5 run in the fourth quarter to secure their victory.
- ▪Phoenix Mercury has now lost five straight games.
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