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Phoenix Mercury snaps losing streak with 94-87 win

8/13/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Phoenix Mercury beat the Los Angeles Sparks 94-87 on Tuesday, snapping a three-game losing streak.
Noemie Brochant scored 24 points on 10-of-13 shooting as Phoenix shot 52% from the field.
Alyssa Thomas added 16 points, including nine in the fourth quarter and a layup with 49.6 seconds left.
DeWanna Bonner sealed the win with four consecutive free throws in the final minutes.

History

Historical Context

The WNBA launched in 1997 with eight franchises, including the Phoenix Mercury and Los Angeles Sparks, and crowned the Houston Comets as the first champion after Cynthia Cooper’s MVP performance. That inaugural rivalry set a competitive tone that resurfaces today as Phoenix repeats its early battles, echoing the league’s founding spirit.

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Story summary

Phoenix Mercury beat the Los Angeles Sparks 94-87 on Tuesday, snapping a three-game losing streak.
Noemie Brochant scored 24 points on 10-of-13 shooting as Phoenix shot 52% from the field.
Alyssa Thomas added 16 points, including nine in the fourth quarter and a layup with 49.6 seconds left.
DeWanna Bonner sealed the win with four consecutive free throws in the final minutes.

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