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Game 1 recap: Phoenix 85, Lynx 71

August 30, 2014 at 5:07AM

GAME RECAP

IMPACT PLAYER

Penny Taylor, Mercury

Her all-around game stands out. Taylor had 16 points, 13 rebounds, seven assists and two steals.

BY THE NUMBERS

25 Phoenix's largest lead, in the third quarter.

3 Baskets by Lynx league MVP Maya Moore.

14 Points in a row scored by Phoenix in the third quarter.

9 Points by the Mercury before the Lynx scored.

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