Phoenix Mercury vs Portland Fire, WNBA 2026, Today Match Prediction
Phoenix Mercury
Portland Fire
In-Form Phoenix Mercury Host Fast-Paced Portland Fire in Western Showdown
- Phoenix Mercury won all their matches played at home this season averaging 78.0 points per game.
- Portland Fire are averaging 72 points per game on the offensive end this season.
- In the last five matches Phoenix Mercury have won 2 lost 3, Portland Fire has won 3 lost 2.
Phoenix Mercury to win and cover the spread (-5.5)
| Tournament: | WNBA 2026 |
| Live Streaming: | WNBA League Pass |
| Venue: | Mortgage Matchup Center |
| Tip Off: | 04:30:00 |
Phoenix Mercury vs Portland Fire Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.44 | 2.76 |
Phoenix Mercury vs Portland Fire Match Prediction & Analysis
Phoenix Mercury host Portland Fire on 17 August, with both teams looking to build momentum. Phoenix will aim to capitalize on home-court advantage and their recent form, while Portland will rely on Holly Winterburn and their fast-paced offense. The matchup should be competitive, with both teams fighting hard for an important Western Conference win.
Current Standings: The Phoenix Mercury rank 6th in the Western Conference with 13 wins and 22 losses, while Portland Fire rank 5th with 14 wins and 20 losses.
Head-to-Head Record: Over their last meeting, Phoenix Mercury won 1 with 0 loss, leaving the Portland Fire with 0 win and 1 loss.
Phoenix Mercury vs Portland Fire Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridget Carleton | 14.6 | 4.5 | 2.1 | 1.5/0.5 |
| Kahleah Copper | 20.6 | 3.5 | 1.9 | 0.7/0.1 |
Teams Preview
Phoenix Mercury Preview
The Phoenix Mercury defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 94-87 in a closely contested matchup, snapping a three-game losing streak.
Noemie Brochant drove the game forward, scoring 24 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists, Alyssa Thomas added 16 points, 9 assists, and 7 rebounds. Sami Whitcomb put up 7 points, 4 rebounds. DeWanna Bonner defended the paint with 11 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists and 3 steals.
Offensively, the Phoenix Mercury scored 52.0% from the field goal, including 36.0% from the three-point line and 77.0% from the free throw line. Defensively, they outrebounded 36-33, with 5 steals, 2 blocks.
The 94-87 win gives the Phoenix Mercury a valuable confidence boost after snapping their three-game losing streak. Noemie Brochant’s career-best scoring and Alyssa Thomas strong fourth quarter showed their ability to perform under pressure. Phoenix can carry that momentum into their upcoming games and build on their improved offensive execution.
Portland Fire Preview
The Portland Fire edged the Seattle Storm 84-82 in a thrilling contest, completing a 4-0 season sweep.
Holly Winterburn came up big offensively, contributing 20 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists, while teammate Carla Leite added 14 points, 6 assists. Bridget Carleton with 14 points, 2 assists, 9 rebounds. Megan Gustafson defended the paint with 9 rebounds, 14 points.
Offensively, the Portland Fire shot 43.0% from the field including 32.0% from deep. They capitalized on opportunities at the line, dropping 59.0%, with 22 assists. On the defensive end they got outrebounded 43-45, with 8 steals, 4 blocks.
The 84-82 victory gives Portland Fire another confidence boost after completing a four-game sweep of Seattle. However, their late-game struggles and 15 turnovers show areas to improve. The Fire will need better execution and ball control in their upcoming matchup against Phoenix while maintaining the offensive spark provided by Holly Winterburn.
Phoenix Mercury vs Portland Fire 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 | Holly Winterburn |
| SG | Carla Leite |
| SF | Bridget Carleton |
| PF | Emily Engstler |
| C | Megan Gustafson |
PHOENIX MERCURY vs PORTLAND FIRE
Winning PredictionPhoenix Mercury are slight favourites against Portland Fire, especially with home-court advantage. Portland’s recent form makes them capable of keeping the game close, but Phoenix’s experience and offensive quality could prove decisive. Prediction. We are backing the Phoenix Mercury to win.
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