Portland W vs Phoenix Mercury W — 91:94, NBA W
NBA W
Friday, September 18, 2026 • Moda Center
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland W | 26 | 24 | 19 | 22 | 91 |
| Phoenix Mercury W | 20 | 23 | 25 | 26 | 94 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Portland W | Phoenix Mercury W |
|---|---|---|
| 3-Pointers | 12/30 | 12/25 |
| Free Throws | 21/28 | 26/30 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 29 |
| Assists | 20 | 23 |
| Steals | 12 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 20 |
Game Recap
The Phoenix Mercury W edged Portland W 94-91 in a tightly contested NBA W matchup, securing the win by three points. Both teams shot well from beyond the arc, with Phoenix going 12-for-25 from 3-point range while Portland finished 12-for-30, but the Mercury’s slightly better efficiency and stronger work on the glass helped make the difference.
Key Takeaways
- →Portland W has a significant advantage in advanced metrics, with a Net Rating of 9
- →The market slightly favors Phoenix Mercury W with an implied probability of 55
- →Despite the market odds favoring Phoenix, Portland has a significant advantage in advanced stats and the Courtframe Power Index
- →Both teams are well-rested with no significant injuries reported, but Portland W has a higher Courtframe Power Index and better advanced stats in recent games
- →Portland W has a higher Courtframe Power Index and a better net rating in the last 10 games compared to Phoenix Mercury W