The Phoenix Mercury faced defeat against the New York Liberty with a final score of 89-76. Although the Mercury initiated the game with an 8-0 lead through impressive three-pointers, the Liberty fought back, tying the score at 46-46 in the second quarter. Throughout the game, both teams had significant scoring spurts, culminating in an 18-point advantage for the Liberty in the final quarter. Alyssa Thomas led the Mercury’s scoring efforts. This marks Phoenix's third consecutive loss of the season, posing challenges in their ongoing schedule.
The Mercury started the game strong with an 8-0 run, bolstered by three-pointers from Kahleah Copper and Monique Akoa Makani. However, the Liberty responded with their own resurgence, leading to a series of runs that ultimately gave New York the game, finishing at 89-76.
Alyssa Thomas led the Mercury with 17 points and eight assists. Phoenix's third consecutive loss highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the team, including injuries and tough competition.
Thomas emphasized the importance of maintaining a positive mindset despite the defeat, stating, 'It's a long season against a great team... we always say it's the little things... you learn from your mistakes and move on to the next game.'
The game featured a series of runs, with Phoenix initially gaining the lead, but New York's 18-5 fourth quarter run culminated in an 18-point lead, sealing the Mercury's defeat.
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