Las Vegas Aces vs Phoenix Mercury, WNBA 2026, Today Match Prediction
Las Vegas Aces
Phoenix Mercury
Will Las Vegas Aces outplay Phoenix Mercury?
- Las Vegas Aces average 50.0% home wins with 84.3 points per game.
- Phoenix Mercury Averages 50.0% away wins with 85.2 points per game.
- In the last five matches Las Vegas Aces have won 3 lost 2, Phoenix Mercury has won 3 lost 2.
Las Vegas Aces to win and cover the spread (-9.5).
| Tournament: | WNBA 2026 |
| Live Streaming: | Courtside1891 |
| Venue: | ULTRA Arena |
| Tip Off: | 03:30:00 |
Las Vegas Aces vs Phoenix Mercury Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.24 | 4.27 |
Las Vegas Aces vs Phoenix Mercury Match Prediction & Analysis
The Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury will face off on Saturday, July 12, in a key WNBA matchup. The Aces enter the contest with momentum after defeating the Portland Fire, while the Mercury will be eager to bounce back from a narrow loss to the Indiana Fever, setting the stage for a competitive Western Conference clash.
The Las Vegas Aces rank 1st in the Western Conference with 16 wins and 6 losses, while Phoenix Mercury rank 7th with 8 wins and 15 losses.
In the last five head-to-head matches, Las Vegas Aces have 3 wins, 2 losses, Phoenix Mercury have 2 wins, 3 losses.
Las Vegas Aces vs Phoenix Mercury Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A’ja Wilson | 26.1 | 9.4 | 2.9 | 1.6/2.0 |
| Alyssa Thomas | 14.6 | 6.9 | 8.2 | 1.6/0.3 |
Teams Preview
Las Vegas Aces Preview
After earning an 88-80 victory over the Portland Fire on Thursday, July 10, the Las Vegas Aces will head into their next game with renewed confidence.
A’ja Wilson paced the team, scoring 32 points, 3 assists, and 10 rebounds, Jackie Young added 19 points, 4 rebounds, and 11 assists. Nalyssa Rae Smith put up 16 points, 2 rebounds. Chelsea Gray defended the paint with 8 points, 1 rebound, 7 assists.
Offensively, the Las Vegas Aces scored 50.8% from the field goal, including 40.0% from the three-point line and 81.8% from the free throw line. Defensively, they were outrebounded 30-27, with 13 steals, 5 blocks.
The 88-80 victory over the Portland Fire will give the Las Vegas Aces a valuable confidence boost heading into their upcoming match. They'll aim to build on their improved defensive effort and balanced scoring while carrying the momentum forward as they continue climbing the WNBA standings.
Phoenix Mercury Preview
The Phoenix Mercury enter their next game after a narrow 92-89 loss to the Indiana Fever on Thursday, July 10.
Alyssa Thomas came up big offensively, contributing 22 points, 7 assists, 6 rebounds, while teammate Kahleah Copper added 22 points, 5 rebounds. Valeriane Ayayi with 10 points, 2 rebounds. DeWanna Bonner defended the paint with 7 rebounds, 9 points, and 2 assists.
Offensively, the Phoenix Mercury shot 49.3% from the field including 40.7% from deep. They capitalized on opportunities at the line, dropping 80.0%, with 18 assists. On the defensive end they secured the board 30-27, with 8 steals, 4 blocks.
The narrow 92-89 loss to the Indiana Fever will motivate the Phoenix Mercury to respond strongly in their upcoming match. They'll look to improve their late-game execution, tighten their defense, and build on the positives from a closely contested performance as they aim to return to winning ways.
Las Vegas Aces vs Phoenix Mercury Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Jackie Young |
| SG | Chelsea Gray |
| SF | Stephanie Talbot |
| PF | Nalyssa Rae Smith |
| C | A’ja Wilson |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Alyssa Thomas |
| SG | Valeriane Ayayi |
| SF | Lexi Held |
| PF | Alyssa Thomas |
| C | DeWanna Bonner |
LAS VEGAS ACES vs PHOENIX MERCURY
Winning PredictionThe Aces enter the game with momentum and a more experienced core, giving them the edge in this matchup. Phoenix Mercury have the talent to stay competitive, but Las Vegas' balanced offense and defensive discipline make them favourites. We are backing the Las Vegas Aces to win.
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