Marina Mabrey scored 18 points to lead the Toronto Tempo to a convincing 93-72 victory over the Seattle Storm on Saturday afternoon. The game, played in front of a lively crowd in Toronto, saw the Tempo dominate from start to finish.
Strong Start for Toronto
The Tempo jumped out to an early lead, outscoring the Storm 28-18 in the first quarter. Brittney Sykes contributed 15 points and played tenacious defense, helping to disrupt Seattle's offensive rhythm. Toronto's balanced attack saw four players reach double figures.
Key Performances
In addition to Mabrey and Sykes, forward Aaliyah Edwards added 12 points and 8 rebounds, while guard Kia Nurse chipped in with 10 points off the bench. The Tempo shot 48% from the field and forced 15 turnovers, which they converted into 20 points.
For the Storm, guard Jewell Loyd led the way with 22 points, but she received little support from her teammates. Seattle struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 6 of 22 three-point attempts.
Defensive Effort
Toronto's defense was the story of the game, holding Seattle to just 72 points on 38% shooting. The Tempo also dominated the boards, outrebounding the Storm 38-29. Head coach James Wade praised his team's effort after the game, highlighting their commitment to defensive principles.
The win improves Toronto's record to 8-3 on the season, while Seattle falls to 5-6. The two teams will meet again later this month in Seattle.
