The Mercury defeated the Minnesota Lynx 79-71. This win gives them a 14-6 record and their first win against the Lynx. Now, the Mercury are 1-2 in their matchups against Minnesota.

When Cheryl Reeve came up for the first time to lock horns against the Phoenix Mercury this season, she made just one comment: "It's weird, being here in Phoenix," she said, reflecting on coaching against the team without its iconic star Diana Taurasi,

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Former Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner accomplished a lot in her time, and when it comes to rebounding, she was the best.

It was a back-and-forth affair all afternoon. The Lynx led by four after the first quarter, but the Mercury took a three-point lead into halftime. Minnesota then led by five after a strong third quarter, only to be outscored by 13 in the fourth.

Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally is "day-to-day" with an ankle injury, according to head coach Nate Tibbetts. Sabally's status is unknown for the home game on Monday, July 7, against the Dallas Wings.

The Phoenix Mercury have had great seasons, but they have also had some rough ones. Their 2023 season is a prime example.