Toronto Tempo Defeats Phoenix Mercury 98-90
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Mortgage Matchup Center
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Who won Toronto Tempo vs Phoenix Mercury?
Toronto Tempo beat Phoenix Mercury 98-90 at Mortgage Matchup Center on May 19, 2026.
Who was favored in Toronto Tempo vs Phoenix Mercury?
Phoenix Mercury were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -325 (about 76% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Toronto Tempo emerged victorious against the Phoenix Mercury, winning 98-90 at the Mortgage Matchup Center. This game was notable as it marked the third meeting of the season between these two teams, with Phoenix having previously won the series 2-1. The Tempo's win adds to their solid away record, now standing at 3-2, while the Mercury fall to 2-3 at home.
Both teams entered the game with mixed recent form. The Mercury had a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, with an average of 88.5 points scored and 86.3 points allowed. Their last five games showed a slight improvement, with a record of 3-2 and an average of 87.8 points scored while allowing 78.4 points. They had recently secured a win against the Chicago Sky, 91-83, but had also faced defeats against the Minnesota Lynx and the Golden State Valkyries.
On the other hand, the Tempo had a record of 2-4 in their last six games, averaging 82.7 points scored and 82.0 points allowed. They had a recent win against the Los Angeles Sparks, 106-96, but had struggled against teams like the Seattle Storm and the Washington Mystics. Their last five games resulted in a record of 2-3, with an average of 83.6 points scored and 81.8 points allowed.
In terms of home and away performance, the Mercury had a home record of 3-3, while their away record was 1-3. The Tempo's away record improved to 2-2 with this win, showcasing their ability to perform on the road.
Injuries played a significant role in this matchup, particularly for the Mercury, who were without key players Kelsey Plum (lower leg), Kahleah Copper (ankle), Valeriane Ayayi, Kyara Linskens, and Jovana Nogic (all not injury-related). The Tempo also faced challenges with Nyara Sabally (calf), Maria Conde, Julie Allemand (head), Marina Mabrey (hip), and Aneesah Morrow (knee) all sidelined.
The betting market had the Mercury favored by 7.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 169.5. The odds reflected the expectation of a competitive game, but the Tempo's performance defied those expectations.
The game conditions were set for an exciting contest, and the fourth quarter proved to be thrilling. The Tempo maintained their lead through a series of scoring plays, including a running layup from Alyssa Thomas and a 23-foot three-point jumper from Noemie Brochant, which helped solidify their advantage. The Mercury attempted to close the gap but could not overcome the deficit, ultimately falling short.
Fans watching the game were treated to a display of resilience from both teams, but it was the Tempo's ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities in the final moments that secured their win. The final score reflects not only the competitive nature of the matchup but also the ongoing narrative of both teams as they navigate the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PHX -7.5 | 169.5 o -108 / u -112 | Toronto Tempo +260 · Phoenix Mercury -325 |
Injury report
- Kelsey PlumOutLower LegPhoenix Mercury
- Kahleah CopperOutAnklePhoenix Mercury
- Valeriane AyayiOutNot Injury RelatedPhoenix Mercury
- Kyara LinskensOutNot Injury RelatedPhoenix Mercury
- Jovana NogicOutNot Injury RelatedPhoenix Mercury
- Nyara SaballyOutCalfToronto Tempo
- Maria CondeOutNot Injury RelatedToronto Tempo
- Julie AllemandOutHeadToronto Tempo
- Marina MabreyOutHipToronto Tempo
- Aneesah MorrowOutKneeToronto Tempo
Leaders
- PointsKahleah Copper18Phoenix Mercury
- AssistsAlyssa Thomas8Phoenix Mercury
- ReboundsNatasha Mack10Phoenix Mercury
- PointsBrittney Sykes31Toronto Tempo
- AssistsBrittney Sykes6Toronto Tempo
- ReboundsBrittney Sykes7Toronto Tempo
Recent form
Phoenix Mercury
Last 10: 4-6Streak W188.5 scored · 86.3 allowed per game3-3 at home
- W91-83vs Chicago SkyMay 16
- L84-88vs Minnesota LynxMay 13
- L79-95at Golden State ValkyriesMay 11
- W99-66at Las Vegas AcesMay 9
- W86-60vs JAPANApr 30
- W108-104vs Chicago SkyApr 25
- L86-97vs Las Vegas AcesOct 11
- L88-90vs Las Vegas AcesOct 9
- L78-91at Las Vegas AcesOct 5
- L86-89at Las Vegas AcesOct 4
Toronto Tempo
Last 6: 2-4Streak W182.7 scored · 82 allowed per game1-2 away
- W106-96at Los Angeles SparksMay 17
- L95-99at Los Angeles SparksMay 16
- W86-73vs Seattle StormMay 13
- L65-68vs Washington MysticsMay 8
- L66-73at Minnesota LynxMay 2
- L78-83vs Connecticut SunApr 29
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | - | 14 | W1 | .650 | 26 |
| Indiana | - | 14 | W2 | .650 | 26 |
| New York | 2 | 16 | W1 | .600 | 24 |
| Washington | 2 | 16 | L1 | .600 | 24 |
| Chicago | 11 | 25 | L3 | .375 | 15 |
| Toronto | 15 | 29 | L4 | .275 | 11 |
| Connecticut | 16 | 30 | L3 | .250 | 10 |
| Minnesota | - | 9 | L2 | .775 | 31 |
| Golden State | 2 | 11 | W4 | .725 | 29 |
| Las Vegas | 4 | 13 | W3 | .675 | 27 |
| Dallas | 7 | 16 | W4 | .600 | 24 |
| Portland | 15 | 24 | L1 | .400 | 16 |
| Los Angeles | 16 | 25 | W2 | .375 | 15 |
| Phoenix | 17 | 26 | W1 | .350 | 14 |
| Seattle | 23 | 32 | L1 | .200 | 8 |
Box score
| Stat | Toronto Tempo | Phoenix Mercury |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 34-74 | 32-70 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 15-36 | 4-22 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 18 |
| Free throws | 15-18 | 22-28 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 24 |
| Assists | 15 | 20 |
| Steals | 4 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 52 |
| Fouls | 26 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 24 | 24 |
| Time in front | 39 | 48 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter58-61Kahleah Copper makes running layup
- 3rd Quarter60-61Nikolina Milic makes layup (Marina Mabrey assists)
- 3rd Quarter60-63Jovana Nogic makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter62-63Kiki Rice makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter62-65Kahleah Copper makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter64-65Brittney Sykes makes 3-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter65-65Marina Mabrey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter66-65Marina Mabrey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter66-66Alyssa Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter66-67Alyssa Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter69-67Marina Mabrey makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter69-69Kiana Williams makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter71-69Brittney Sykes makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter71-72Kiana Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Alyssa Thomas assists)
- 3rd Quarter71-73Valeriane Ayayi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter71-74Valeriane Ayayi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter73-74Nikolina Milic makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter75-74Marina Mabrey makes 22-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter75-76Alyssa Thomas makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter75-77DeWanna Bonner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter75-78DeWanna Bonner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter78-78Marina Mabrey makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot (Brittney Sykes assists)
- 4th Quarter79-78Kiki Rice makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter80-78Kiki Rice makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter83-78Laura Juskaite makes 26-foot three point jumper (Brittney Sykes assists)
- 4th Quarter85-78Brittney Sykes makes 22-foot jumper
- 4th Quarter85-80Alyssa Thomas makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter87-80Kiki Rice makes running layup (Marina Mabrey assists)
- 4th Quarter87-82Alyssa Thomas makes 1-foot layup (Kahleah Copper assists)
- 4th Quarter88-82Brittney Sykes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-82Brittney Sykes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-84DeWanna Bonner makes layup (Alyssa Thomas assists)
- 4th Quarter89-86Alyssa Thomas makes running layup
- 4th Quarter91-86Maria Conde makes 2-foot layup (Marina Mabrey assists)
- 4th Quarter93-86Kiki Rice makes layup (Brittney Sykes assists)
- 4th Quarter93-89Noemie Brochant makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kahleah Copper assists)
- 4th Quarter93-90Alyssa Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter96-90Marina Mabrey makes 22-foot three point jumper (Kiki Rice assists)
- 4th Quarter97-90Kiki Rice makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter98-90Brittney Sykes makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Phoenix Mercury, below favours Toronto Tempo.
Venue
- Mortgage Matchup CenterPhoenix, AZ
- Attendance9337
- OfficialsMaj Forsberg, Tim Greene, Ryan Johnson
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