PHOENIX — After a historic win on opening night, the Phoenix Mercury looks to carry momentum into Wednesday’s matchup as it hosts the Los Angeles Sparks.
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The Mercury dominated against the Seattle Storm, winning 81-59 through an offensive onslaught and key defense. Satou Sabally and Alyssa Thomas combined for 47 points against Seattle. Thomas added seven rebounds and six assists to keep Phoenix ahead the entire game.
Forward Murjanatu Musa joins the Mercury after being activated on Monday afternoon.
Sparks Look for a Rebound
May 18, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum (10) matches up against Minnesota Lynx guard Natisha Hiedeman (2) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
The Sparks come off a loss against the Minnesota Lynx on May 18, 89-75, going 1-1 in the season so far. Guard Kelsey Plum, who was traded to the Sparks from the Las Vegas Aces, leads the team in scoring. She’s averaging 27.5 points, 48.5% from the field, and 46.7% for three. Forward Dearica Hamby has been the force in the Sparks’ defense, averaging 10 rebounds per game.
Sep 17, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi (3) shoots the ball against LA Sparks guard Kia Nurse (10) in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Phoenix and Los Angeles last met on Sept. 17, 2024, where the Mercury took an 85-81 win in a close battle.
The two West Coast rivals will battle again on Wednesday, May 21 at 7 p.m. at PHX Arena.
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
