In a preseason matchup, the Atlanta Dream defeated the Washington Mystics 80-70 at CareFirst Arena. The Dream's first-quarter dominance, scoring 30 points to the Mystics' 10, set the tone. Brittney Griner shone with 16 points and 10 rebounds, supported by Rhyne Howard and Nia Coffey's contributions. The Mystics struggled with turnovers and shooting, particularly from three-point range. Despite a brief resurgence, their efforts fell short. The Dream's defensive capabilities were evident as they forced 18 turnovers, converting them into points. However, the game's positive note was marred by Jordin Canada's knee injury early on.
The Dreamâs dominant performance in the first quarter, outscoring the Mystics 30-10, established their control early, leading to an 80-70 victory.
Though Atlanta celebrated a win, concerns lingered as Jordin Canada exited early with a knee injury, underscoring the challenges faced despite their success.
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