NBA W
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 • Crypto.com Arena
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Sparks W | 18 | 23 | 19 | 22 | 82 |
| Phoenix Mercury W | 19 | 24 | 17 | 26 | 86 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Los Angeles Sparks W | Phoenix Mercury W |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 19/42 | 28/47 |
| 3-Pointers | 9/28 | 7/27 |
| Free Throws | 17/21 | 9/13 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 33 |
| Assists | 20 | 28 |
| Steals | 5 | 10 |
| Blocks | 5 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 12 |
Game Recap
The Phoenix Mercury defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 86-82 in a competitive WNBA matchup, closing out a four-point win behind efficient offense and balanced playmaking. Phoenix shot the ball well overall, finishing 28-for-47 from the field, and used strong ball movement to generate 28 assists. Los Angeles stayed within reach throughout the game, but the Mercury’s execution in key stretches helped them protect the lead late.
Key Takeaways
- →The Los Angeles Sparks have a slightly better Net Rating (-5
- →The market slightly favors the Los Angeles Sparks with a 52
- →The Los Angeles Sparks have a slight edge due to better recent home performance and a marginally better rest advantage with 3 days compared to Phoenix's 2 days
- →With no significant injuries reported for either team, the Los Angeles Sparks W have a slight edge due to their higher Courtframe Power Index and better home performance
- →The Los Angeles Sparks have a slight edge due to their higher offensive efficiency (ORtg 109