The Mercury prevailed and ,79-71, in a hard-fought battle. Both teams experience swings of momentum throughout the game, which builds them a lead, but it seemed

Fourth-quarter surge from Phoenix Mercury proved to be too much for Minnesota Lynx to overcome. While the Minnesota Lynx have stormed to the top of the WNBA world this season, they've been able to put together solid outings throughout their first 20 games. On Wednesday, July 9, though, Minnesota ran into a late buzzsaw from the Phoenix Mercury.

The WNBA is back on Thursday afternoon when the red-hot Minnesota Lynx (17–3) take on the struggling Los Angeles Sparks (6–13) at Crypto.com Arena.

The Phoenix Mercury will be back in action as they take on one of their toughest opponents. They are taking on the Minnesota Lynx.

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,