Connecticut Sun W vs Phoenix Mercury W — 75:72, NBA W
NBA W
Friday, August 7, 2026 • Mohegan Sun Arena
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut Sun W | 18 | 14 | 17 | 26 | 75 |
| Phoenix Mercury W | 27 | 13 | 9 | 23 | 72 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Connecticut Sun W | Phoenix Mercury W |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 20/37 | 22/40 |
| 3-Pointers | 7/20 | 5/28 |
| Free Throws | 14/20 | 13/23 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 29 |
| Assists | 19 | 19 |
| Steals | 5 | 10 |
| Blocks | 5 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 11 |
Game Recap
The Connecticut Sun defeated the Phoenix Mercury 75-72 in a tightly contested WNBA matchup decided by three points. Connecticut came away with the win despite Phoenix producing several of the game’s top individual scoring performances, using balanced offense and timely execution to close out the result.
Key Takeaways
- →Phoenix Mercury W has a significant advantage in advanced metrics, including a much higher True Shooting % (69 vs 59
- →Phoenix Mercury W have a better offensive rating (ORtg 111) and a significantly higher Courtframe Power Index compared to Connecticut Sun W
- →Phoenix Mercury W have a significant advantage in advanced stats, particularly in offensive rating and net rating, despite a slightly more demanding schedule
- →Phoenix Mercury W has a significant advantage in offensive efficiency with an ORtg of 111 compared to Connecticut Sun W's 93
- →Phoenix Mercury W has a higher offensive rating and a better recent form compared to Connecticut Sun W