How Lauren Jackson scored 47 points and the Mystics Won

Truth. I have no idea how we won this game. Sure, the Mystics finally posted decent percentages, for once this season (FG% 49.3%, 3FG% 40.9%); three of our starters posted 20+ points (AB-27, MO- 23 and D-Nasty - 22); and finally, we played really solid defense (42 rebounds, the most all season in a single game.)

When you read the papers and reports on this game, they are going to talk about Lauren Jackson and her awesome fade-away jumper that the Mystics could not shut down. This jumper led to an WNBA record for the highest number of points scored in a game (tied with Diana Taurasi a nice honor to share with her friend and oversees teammate). Hey, I am impressed with her 47 points. I could not believe it but as a witness, the girl was on fire.

Now for the highlight award. When I started giving these awards, I wanted to call attention to players that step up to the plate but may not get the play in mainstream media, UNFORTUNATELY NONE OF THE PLAYERS GET MUCH MEDIA PLAY. First, I want to give a special shout out to Nikki Teasley, for an amazing 10 assists. Nikki T's leadership is invaluable to this team. This leadership is never more clear than watching Nikki Blue step to the plate.



Nikki Blue is the Hightlight winner for me. Basically, I give her this for stepping up on defense and holding Sue Bird. Nikki B stayed on her like butter on toast. She could not get a shot off while Nikki was guarding her and it disrupted her passing. Twice, Nikki forced Bird to run the shot clock out. You go girl!!!!!!!