Published Jun 19, 7:13am ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Jun 19, 7:13am ET
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Updated Jun 19, 7:13am ET
One of Saturday's WNBA matchups features the Phoenix Mercury hosting the Seattle Storm. Who has the edge in our Mercury vs Storm pick?
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| Phoenix Mercury | -7.5 (-110) |
| Seattle Storm | +7.5 (-110) |
After securing back-to-back wins against the Storm and Fire, Phoenix has dropped each of its last four games. This includes an 86-76 loss to the Las Vegas Aces on Wednesday night.
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The Mercury shot 60 percent from the field and 7-for-10 from 3-point range, resulting in a 49-45 lead at the break. But Las Vegas clamped down defensively, outscoring the home team 41-27 in the second half to earn a double-digit win and clinch a spot in the Commissioner's Cup Championship.
Kahleah Copper powered the offense with a team-high 26 points, along with four rebounds and three assists. Alyssa Thomas posted a double-double of 10 points and 11 assists, while Jovana Nogic led the bench unit with 12 points on 4-for-6 shooting from beyond the arc.
On the other side, the Storm find themselves amid a nine-game losing skid following a 3-4 start. Their latest setback includes a 94-89 loss to the Portland Fire on Wednesday night.
Seattle held a seven-point advantage through the first three quarters. Unfortunately, Portland responded with a 27-15 burst in the final frame, notching its eighth victory of the season.
Three starters reached double figures. Dominque Malonga scored a career-high 28 points and pulled down 11 rebounds. Natisha Hiedeman added 19 points, six assists, and four rebounds. Awa Fam contributed 18 points and five rebounds for a Seattle team that shot 48 percent overall and 38 percent from beyond the arc.
Despite its recent four-game slide, Phoenix enters this encounter as a 7.5-point favorite. Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
The Mercury hold a slight 3-2 edge in the previous five meetings of this series. Meanwhile, Seattle has struggled on the road, dropping nine of its last 10 away from home. Given the contrasting trajectories — Phoenix’s narrow series advantage and Seattle’s ongoing road difficulties — the advantage leans toward the Mercury in this Western Conference battle.
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Phoenix Mercury (-7.5)
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