Phoenix Mercury vs Minnesota Lynx

The Phoenix Mercury claimed an impressive 85-80 road win against the Los Angeles Sparks at Crypto.com Arena in their last outing. Satou Sabally led the charge with 25 points, while Kitija Laksa and Kathryn Westbeld each contributed 15 points to the victory.

Minnesota Lynx Extends Winning Streak to Seven
Meanwhile, the Minnesota Lynx continued their dominant form, securing their seventh consecutive win with an 86-75 triumph over the Golden State Valkyries at Chase Center. Napheesa Collier delivered a standout performance with 24 points and 11 rebounds, supported by Courtney Williams (20 points) and Kayla McBride (16 points).

Lynx Hold Recent Edge Over Mercury
The last meeting between the Lynx and Mercury ended in a narrow 74-71 victory for Minnesota at Footprint Center. The Lynx have been dominant in this matchup, winning the last five encounters and nine of their past ten games against Phoenix.

Minnesota Lynx: Dominance Personified

The Minnesota Lynx are carrying forward their legacy as a WNBA powerhouse, building on last season’s success as 2024 finalists. Undefeated so far, they recently overpowered the Golden State Valkyries, an expansion team, with an 86-75 victory. Napheesa Collier led the charge, delivering an impressive 24 points and 11 rebounds. The Lynx’s defensive prowess remains a cornerstone, while the dynamic trio of Collier, Kayla McBride, and Courtney Williams overwhelms opponents. Their methodical, pass-heavy offense—despite ranking last in pace—consistently outmaneuvers defenses.

Phoenix Mercury: Rising Strong

The Phoenix Mercury come off an 85-80 comeback win against the Los Angeles Sparks, erasing an 18-point deficit. Satou Sabally shined with a 24-point outburst, even in the absence of key player Alyssa Thomas. Rookies Katja Laksa and Kathryn Westbeld added 30 points combined, showcasing the strength of the 2025 draft class. Boasting the league’s top defense, holding opponents to roughly 76 points per game, the Mercury are a force. The return of isolation specialist Kahleah Copper will only amplify their threat.

Lynx Hold the Advantage

While the Mercury’s win over the Sparks was notable, facing the Lynx presents a steeper challenge, especially if Alyssa Thomas remains sidelined. Minnesota’s superior offensive firepower and ability to dismantle elite defenses give them the upper hand in this matchup.