NBA W
Sunday, July 19, 2026 • Mortgage Matchup Center
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Mercury W | 18 | 25 | 11 | 18 | 72 |
| Connecticut Sun W | 12 | 21 | 16 | 14 | 63 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Phoenix Mercury W | Connecticut Sun W |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 24/48 | 18/44 |
| 3-Pointers | 2/15 | 4/14 |
| Free Throws | 18/23 | 15/19 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 35 |
| Assists | 19 | 13 |
| Steals | 11 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 21 |
Game Recap
The Phoenix Mercury defeated the Connecticut Sun 72-63, using a balanced offensive effort and efficient shooting to secure a nine-point win. Phoenix controlled key stretches of the game by generating quality looks inside the arc and moving the ball effectively, finishing with 19 assists while shooting 50.0% from the field.
Key Takeaways
- →Connecticut Sun W has a superior Net Rating (+1
- →Despite Phoenix Mercury's slightly better record, Connecticut Sun has a superior Net Rating and Courtframe Power Index, suggesting they are more efficient overall
- →Both teams are on a back-to-back, minimizing any rest advantage
- →Both teams are coming off back-to-back games with no significant injuries reported, suggesting minimal impact on their usual performance
- →Phoenix Mercury W, despite a slightly worse record, have a higher offensive output at home, averaging 87