UNCASVILLE, Conn., Oct. 8 (UPI) -- Katie Douglas scored 18 points Friday night as Connecticut downed Seattle, 68-64, in the opening game of the WNBA Finals.
Wendy Palmer added 16 with seven rebounds in what was the first Finals appearance for both teams.
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The series moves to Seattle for Game 2 Sunday night and a third game, if needed, will also be played in Seattle.
Lindsay Whalen chipped in 11 points for Connecticut and had nine assists.
Seattle was led by a 17-point performance from Betty Lennox. Lauren Jackson added 16.
