Storm Unleash Offensive Barrage in Dominant 130-97 Victory Over Scorchers, Stone Drops 27
Seattle Storm's Balanced Attack Overwhelms Phoenix in Road Win
By Ben Carter
SEATTLE – The Seattle Storm delivered a masterclass in offensive efficiency on Friday night, dismantling the Phoenix Scorchers with a blistering 130-97 performance at the Climate Pledge Arena. The Storm’s exceptional shooting and unselfish ball movement proved too much for the Scorchers, who struggled to find an answer for Seattle’s relentless attack. This decisive victory marked a significant statement for the Storm in February action.
The Storm set the tone early, with a balanced scoring attack that saw multiple players contribute significantly. Mila Stone led the charge with an explosive 27 points, showcasing her scoring prowess. The Storm’s offense flowed effortlessly, evidenced by an astonishing 38 assists on 51 made field goals, a testament to their cohesive play. Phoenix, despite a respectable 47.5% shooting from the field, couldn’t match Seattle’s offensive firepower and sharp-shooting from beyond the arc.
Key moments included a barrage of three-pointers from the Storm, with Zara Petrova and Eden Heredia hitting multiple triples to extend their lead. While the Scorchers showed flashes, with Mikael Svensson (15 points) and Isla Chen (12 points, 5 assists) providing sparks, they were consistently outmatched.
“We found our rhythm tonight,” said Storm head coach Anya Sharma after the game. “When we move the ball like that and knock down shots, we’re a tough team to beat. Mila was phenomenal, but it was a true team effort.”
Mikael Svensson of the Scorchers acknowledged the Storm’s dominance. “They ran us out of the gym tonight. We need to look at our defense and find ways to stop their shooters. We’ll learn from this and come back stronger.”
Key Notes:
- Seattle Storm shot an impressive 51.4% from three-point range (18/35).
- The Storm recorded a remarkable 38 assists to just 5 turnovers.
- Mila Stone led all scorers with 27 points for the Storm.
- Phoenix Scorchers committed 14 turnovers, significantly more than Seattle’s 5.