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Cooke and Johnson lead Storm to 77-59 win Friday

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Seattle — Zia Cooke scored a career-high 25 points and rookie Flau'jae Johnson added 17 as the Seattle Storm defeated the Connecticut Sun 77-59 on Friday night. The game was played in Seattle, and the Storm built a 37-28 halftime lead before extending it in the third quarter to secure the victory. Seattle improved to 2-4 with the win, while Connecticut fell to 1-6; Brittney Griner missed her fourth straight game with a rib injury. This result follows a last-second loss earlier this week that the Storm avenged, and it highlights Seattle’s rotation gains and the Sun’s ongoing offensive struggles continue.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Flau'jae Johnson was selected No. 8 in the recent WNBA draft prior to the season.
Seattle won 89-82 at Connecticut in the second game of the season.
Earlier this week the Storm lost a last-second game to the Sun.
On Friday night in Seattle, Cooke scored 25 and Johnson 17 as the Storm beat the Sun 77-59.
Brittney Griner missed her fourth consecutive game with a rib injury, affecting Connecticut's rotation.

Why This Matters to You

The Storm's win is a testament to the power of teamwork and resilience. It's a reminder that setbacks, like their last-second loss earlier this week, can fuel future victories. If you're a fan, you might want to keep an eye on Cooke and Johnson's performance this season.

The Bottom Line

Seattle's win is a bright spot in a challenging season, and it's a sign of potential growth for the team. If you're a Connecticut supporter, Griner's injury is a concern. Worth forwarding if you have a friend who loves WNBA action.