PHOENIX — After going 2-1 at home last week, the Phoenix Mercury climbed up one spot on ESPN’s Power Rankings.
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Aug 3, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward DeWanna Bonner (14) goes to the basket against Chicago Sky guard Hailey Van Lith (2) during the first half at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
The Mercury ended their latest road trip with a win against the Chicago Sky on Aug. 3 and carried the win into their homestand. Phoenix went on to defeat the Connecticut Sun and Indiana Fever last week, with Alyssa Thomas making history as the first WNBA player to record three consecutive triple-doubles against the Sky, Sun and Fever.
Aug 7, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (right) celebrates with Satou Sabally after becoming the first player in WNBA history to record three triple-doubles in a row against the Indiana Fever at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Despite losing to the Atlanta Dream on Aug. 10, Phoenix is trending in the right direction after its slump.
“… The Chemistry between [Thomas], Satou Sabally and Kahleah Copper — along with the addition of DeWanna Bonner — still puts the Mercury in a better position than they were a week ago,” said ESPN’s Kendra Andrews.
Jul 3, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper (2) reacts in front of Dallas Wings forward Myisha Hines-Allen (2) after scoring during the second half at College Park Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Although the Mercury won’t have a perfect homestand, they will face the Las Vegas Aces on Aug. 15 to give themselves momentum heading into their next road trip. Phoenix will have the second-easiest schedule out of all teams, behind the Dream’s schedule. With the Minnesota Lynx clinching a playoff berth, playoff spots are limited and every game for Phoenix is a must-win.
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— Phoenix Mercury (@PhoenixMercury) August 10, 2025
With momentum building and a favorable schedule ahead, the Mercury are positioning themselves for a strong push down the stretch.
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
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