Phoenix Mercury vs Connecticut Suns, WNBA 2026, Today Match Prediction
Phoenix Mercury
Connecticut Suns
Can Phoenix Mercury topple Connecticut Sun?
- Phoenix Mercury average 51.9% home wins with 81.2 points per game.
- Connecticut Sun Averages 48.1% away wins with 83.8 points per game.
- In the last five matches Phoenix Mercury have won 1 lost 4, Connecticut Sun has won 2 lost 3.
Phoenix Mercury to win and cover the spread (-4.5).
| Tournament: | WNBA 2026 |
| Live Streaming: | Courtside 1891 |
| Venue: | Mortgage Matchup Center |
| Tip Off: | 07:30:00 |
Phoenix Mercury vs Connecticut Suns Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.48 | 2.60 |
Phoenix Mercury vs Connecticut Suns Match Prediction & Analysis
Phoenix Mercury face the Connecticut Sun on Friday, July 18, in a clash between two teams coming off contrasting performances. Phoenix will aim to bounce back from a narrow defeat, while Connecticut arrive with confidence after a close victory. Strong defence and execution in crunch time could decide this evenly contested WNBA matchup.
The Phoenix Mercury rank 7th in the Western Conference with 8 wins and 17 losses, while Connecticut Sun rank 7th Eastern with 6 wins and 18 losses.
Over their last five meetings, Phoenix Mercury won 2 with 3 losses, leaving the Connecticut Sun with 3 wins and 2 losses.
Phoenix Mercury vs Connecticut Suns Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kahleah Cooper | 20.5 | 3.8 | 1.7 | 0.7/0.1 |
| Aaliyah Edwards | 9.8 | 3.8 | 0.9 | 0.8/0.5 |
Teams Preview
Phoenix Mercury Preview
The Phoenix Mercury will look to regroup after a hard-fought 104-100 loss to the Minnesota Lynx.
Kahleah Cooper drove the game forward, scoring 26 points, 3 rebounds, Alyssa Thomas added 19 points, 12 assists, and 8 rebounds. Monique Akoa Makani put up 17 points, 4 assists. DeWanna Bonner defended the paint with 17 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists.
Offensively, the Phoenix Mercury scored 55.6% from the field goal, including 44.0% from the three-point line and 90.5% from the free throw line. Defensively, they outrebounded 26-24, with 5 steals, 0 block.
Phoenix Mercury's 104-100 loss to the Minnesota Lynx can still provide encouragement despite the result. Pushing one of the league's top teams to the limit should boost their confidence, but tightening their defence and executing better in key moments will be essential as they look to bounce back in their upcoming game.
Connecticut Suns Preview
The Connecticut Sun head into their upcoming matchup with confidence after edging the Portland Fire 90-87.
Aaliyah Edwards came up big offensively, contributing 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 assists, while teammate Olivia Nelson Ododa added 16 points, 6 rebounds. Leila Lacan with 14 points, 3 assists. Brittney Griner defended the paint with 4 rebounds, 20 points, and 6 assists.
Offensively, the Connecticut Sun shot 52.2% from the field including 21.4% from deep. They capitalized on opportunities at the line, dropping 85.0%, with 28 assists. On the defensive end they outrebounded 31-24, with 11 steals, 4 blocks.
Connecticut Sun's 90-87 victory over the Portland Fire should provide a timely confidence boost ahead of their next game. Winning a close contest reinforces belief within the squad, while their late-game execution and resilience can serve as a foundation. Maintaining that intensity and consistency will be key to extending their positive momentum.
Phoenix Mercury vs Connecticut Suns Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Kahleah Copper |
| SG | Monique Akoa Makani |
| SF | Alyssa Thomas |
| PF | Natasha Mack |
| C | Noemie Brochant |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Brittney Griner |
| SG | Leila Lacan |
| SF | Aaliyah Edwards |
| PF | Diamond Miller |
| C | Olivia Nelson Ododa |
PHOENIX MERCURY vs CONNECTICUT SUNS
Winning PredictionPhoenix's talented offensive unit and motivation to respond after a narrow loss give them a slight edge. If they improve their late-game defence and limit turnovers, the Mercury are well-positioned to secure a road victory over the improving Connecticut Sun. We are backing the Phoenix Mercury to win.
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