- Matchup: Washington Mystics vs. Phoenix Mercury
- Event Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2026
- Venue: Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix, AZ
- Broadcast: WNBA League Pass
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On Tuesday night, the Phoenix Mercury (13-24) will welcome the Washington Mystics (22-15) at Mortgage Matchup Center.
In their previous game, the Washington Mystics triumphed over the Portland Fire, finishing with a score of 105-100. The Mystics showcased an impressive 54.1% shooting accuracy, making 33 out of 61 attempts, and successfully converted 7 of 14 three-point shots. At the free-throw line, they completed 32 of 44 attempts, achieving a 72.7% success rate. On the rebounding front, they amassed a total of 38 boards, including 9 offensive. Washington also provided 22 assists in the matchup, leading to 12 turnovers forced and 6 steals against the opposition. Defensively, they allowed the opposing team a field goal percentage of 48.6%, with Portland hitting 36 of 74 shots. The Fire managed 7 assists and 9 steals, while collecting 25 rebounds (7 offensive, 18 defensive) and recording 2 blocks. Notably, Portland was flawless at the charity stripe, converting all 15 attempts while sinking 13 of 28 from beyond the arc.
Shakira Austin played a pivotal role in Washington’s success, scoring 31 points on 11 of 18 shooting. She played for 33 minutes and secured 10 rebounds but did not record any assists.
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The Mystics enter this game with a solid 22-15 record. They have been connecting on 30.4% of their three-point attempts (220 out of 723) and achieving 73.1% from the free-throw line. Averaging 82.6 points per game (13th in the league), they maintain a shooting percentage of 44.6%. However, they average 15.1 turnovers and commit 19.4 fouls per game. As a cohesive unit, Washington is securing 37.8 rebounds per matchup and has produced 721 assists this season, ranking 13th in the WNBA for team assists. Defensively, the Mystics force 12.0 opponent turnovers per game and provoke 23.3 fouls, ranking 4th in the league for assists allowed with 730. Their defense permits a field goal percentage of 42.8% (445 of 861) and they average conceding 30.2 rebounds, with opponents scoring 33.8% from beyond the arc. Notably, they rank 2nd in the WNBA for points allowed per game (83.1).
In their last outing, the Phoenix Mercury faced defeat, ending at 99-89 against the Atlanta Dream. Throughout the game, they recorded 28 defensive rebounds and 7 offensive boards, totaling 35. However, they committed 16 turnovers while acquiring only 5 steals. The Dream fouled the Mercury 24 times, providing them with 25 free throw attempts, of which they converted 20 for an 80.0% rate. From three-point land, Phoenix made 11 of 23 attempts (47.8%). Overall, the Mercury shot 29 of 62 from the field for a shooting percentage of 46.8%. On defense, they allowed the Dream to shoot 48.7% from the field, with Atlanta finishing 37 of 76 attempts. The Mercury ended with a three-point shooting accuracy of 28.9%, making 11 out of 38 tries, while they converted 14 out of 16 free throws (87.5%). Team rebounding statistics showed that Phoenix allowed Atlanta to grab a total of 32 boards (8 offensive).
Kahleah Copper was a standout for the Mercury, converting 13 of 21 shots for a shooting accuracy of 61.9%, while adding 1 rebound and accumulating 38 points over 37 minutes of play.
Phoenix’s current season record stands at 13-24. They have tallied 3,109 points this season, averaging 84.0 points per game, along with 31.7 rebounds per contest. The Mercury commit 18.5 fouls per game, converting 78.3% from the charity stripe. Offensively, they shoot 44.4% from the field, ranking 11th in the WNBA. They average 19.9 assists per game (11th in the league) and produce 13.2 turnovers each game. Defensively, the Mercury rank 9th in the league for points allowed per game with 87.8, allowing 21.5 assists and 34.1 total rebounds per matchup, placing 11th and 10th respectively. Opponents shoot 35.9% on three-point attempts (366 of 1,020), and the Mercury concede 79.4% from the free-throw line, forcing 12.9 turnovers while allowing a field goal percentage of 46.4% (11th in the league).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s WNBA clash against the spread?
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