- Matchup: Seattle Storm vs Phoenix Mercury
- Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
- Venue: Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix, AZ
- Broadcast: ABC
- Odds/Point Spread: Seattle (+7.5)
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The Seattle Storm (3-13) are set to clash with the Phoenix Mercury (4-12) at the Mortgage Matchup Center this Saturday, opening as 7.5 point underdogs. The total for the game is initially set at 160.5.
In their previous outing, the Seattle Storm suffered a narrow defeat against the Portland Fire, finishing with a score of 94-89. They showcased a shooting accuracy of 47.8% from the field (32 of 67) and made 9 out of 24 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free throw line, the Storm converted 16 out of 19 shots, achieving an impressive 84.2% success rate. On the boards, they secured 31 rebounds, including 8 on the offensive end. Seattle also distributed 22 assists, forced 12 turnovers, and recorded 5 steals. Defensively, they allowed Portland to shoot 38.6% from the field (27 of 70). The Fire contributed with 14 assists and 7 steals while totaling 32 rebounds (14 offensive, 18 defensive), alongside 7 blocks. Portland excelled at the free throw line, hitting 23 of their 27 attempts for an 85.2% rate and drained 17 out of 42 3-point attempts.
Dominique Malonga stood out in the last game, scoring 28 points on 12 of 19 shooting in 35 minutes of play, also grabbing 11 rebounds and dishing out 3 assists, shooting an impressive 63.2% overall.
As they enter this contest, Seattle holds a record of 3-13 this season. They average 77.2 points per game (15th in the league) and have a field goal percentage of 41.0%. From long range, the Storm connect on 33.4% of their attempts (135 of 404) and maintain a free throw percentage of 79.9%. The team averages 31.6 rebounds per game and has made 288 assists so far, ranking 10th in the WNBA for assists. However, they average 14.1 turnovers and 20.4 personal fouls per game. On defense, Seattle forces 12.1 turnovers and draws 18.8 fouls, ranking 10th in the league for opponent assists with 307 given up this season. Their defensive field goal percentage stands at 41.6% (193 of 301), allowing 36.8 rebounds per game, and they rank 6th in points allowed per game (83.8) while holding opponents to a 29.8% success rate from 3-point range.
In their last game, the Phoenix Mercury fell short against the Las Vegas Aces, losing 86-76. They collected 30 rebounds, with 25 defensive and 5 offensive, while committing 20 turnovers and recording 5 steals. The Aces committed 13 fouls, giving Phoenix 14 free throw attempts, of which they made 13 for a 92.9% conversion rate. The Mercury hit 9 of their 21 3-point attempts (42.9%) and shot 27 for 57 from the field, achieving a shooting percentage of 47.4%. On defense, they allowed the Aces to hit 31 of 68 attempts (45.6%) and were efficient at the free throw line, shooting 76.0% overall with 19 out of 25 successful shots.
Kahleah Copper was a key player for the Mercury, hitting 9 of 16 shots for a field goal percentage of 56.3%. She logged 30 minutes on the court, contributing 26 points alongside 4 rebounds and 3 assists.
Phoenix currently holds a 4-12 record this season. They average 18.7 fouls per game and maintain an 79.9% free throw percentage. Their assist average is at 18.9 per game (11th in the WNBA) while committing 13.4 turnovers each game. With a total of 1,309 points (81.8 per game), they average 31.9 rebounds per contest. Offensively, they shoot 42.4% from the field, ranking 11th in the league. Defensively, they are 9th in points allowed per game (86.8), permitting 20.4 assists and 33.9 rebounds per game, finishing 12th and 10th in those categories respectively. Phoenix allows opponents to shoot 37.1% from 3-point range (156 of 420) while their opponents convert 80.1% of free throws. They force 13.2 turnovers but allow teams to shoot 46.3% from the field (11th in the league).
Who will prevail in this WNBA showdown against the spread?
Prediction: Take Phoenix (-7.5)
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