Phoenix Mercury W vs Portland W — 85:88, NBA W

Portland W edged Phoenix Mercury W 88-85 in a tightly contested NBA W matchup, winning by three points after a competitive game that came down to late execution. The final score reflected a close contest throughout, with both teams getting major contributions from their leading scorers and matching each other on the glass with 36 rebounds apiece. Carla Leite led Portland W with 23 points, providing the scoring punch needed to hold off Phoenix. Megan Gustafson added 15 points, giving Portland another reliable offensive option. Portland’s efficiency inside the arc was a key factor, as the team shot 22-for-34 from the field, listed at 65.00%, while also making 10 three-pointers. Phoenix was led by D. Bonner, who matched Leite with 23 points. K. Copper added 19 points, and A. Thomas contributed 17, giving the Mercury three strong scoring performances. Phoenix also recorded 18 assists and shot 9-for-27 from three-point range, but the Mercury came up just short despite balanced production from their top players. Going forward, Portland W can take confidence from closing out a narrow game against a Phoenix team with multiple high-level scorers. For Phoenix Mercury W, the result highlights both the strength of their offensive core and the need to find a few more stops or late-game possessions in close finishes.