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Mercury must prioritize defensive identity against Aces

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PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury know what hasn’t been working in the WNBA Finals.

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Through the first two games of the series, they’ve struggled to contain the Las Vegas Aces’ elite offense. They’ve also struggled just as much to find consistent production beyond their starters.

With Games 3 and 4 in its home court, Phoenix needs to fix both for a chance to make this an even series.

Oct 5, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; The Phoenix Mercury huddle prior to the start of the fourth quarter of game two of the 2025 WNBA Finals at Michelob Ultra Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

Oct 5, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; The Phoenix Mercury huddle prior to the start of the fourth quarter of game two of the 2025 WNBA Finals at Michelob Ultra Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

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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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