Washington Mystics Defeat Phoenix Mercury 94-84
Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Mortgage Matchup Center
Washington Mystics 94, Phoenix Mercury 84, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Washington Mystics vs Phoenix Mercury?
Washington Mystics beat Phoenix Mercury 94-84 at Mortgage Matchup Center on August 25, 2026.
Who was favored in Washington Mystics vs Phoenix Mercury?
Washington Mystics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Washington Mystics triumphed over the Phoenix Mercury with a final score of 94-84 at the Mortgage Matchup Center on August 26, 2026. This victory marks the Mystics' continued dominance in the series, extending their winning streak against the Mercury to 3-0 this season. The Mystics, with a record of 23-15, have been in strong form, winning 7 of their last 10 games, while the Mercury, at 13-25, have struggled, recording only 4 wins in their last 10 outings.
The game showcased the Mystics' offensive prowess, averaging 86.5 points in their last 10 games, while the Mercury allowed an average of 90.6 points during the same stretch. The Mystics entered the game with a slight edge in the betting market, favored by 2.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 168.5.
In terms of home and away performance, the Mystics have excelled at home with a record of 6-1, while the Mercury have struggled at home, managing only a 1-3 record in their last four games at the Mortgage Matchup Center. The Mystics' last encounter with the Mercury resulted in a convincing 95-75 victory on August 9, 2026, further emphasizing their recent dominance.
Injuries played a significant role in the game, particularly for the Mercury, who were without key players including Kelsey Plum (lower leg), Kahleah Copper (ankle), Valeriane Ayayi, Kyara Linskens, and Jovana Nogic, all out for reasons not related to injury. This absence of talent undoubtedly affected their performance and depth.
The conditions of the game were typical for a late summer matchup, with both teams looking to solidify their playoff positions as the season nears its conclusion. With the Mystics' recent form and the Mercury's struggles, viewers were advised to watch for the Mystics' offensive execution and the Mercury's attempts to overcome their injury challenges.
The game unfolded with the Mystics maintaining a steady lead throughout, showcasing their scoring efficiency and defensive capabilities. The Mercury fought hard but ultimately fell short, unable to capitalize on their home court advantage. As the season progresses, the Mystics will look to build on this momentum, while the Mercury will need to regroup and address their injury issues to improve their standing.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WSH -2.5 | 168.5 o -108 / u -112 | Washington Mystics -130 · Phoenix Mercury +110 |
Injury report
- Kelsey PlumOutLower LegPhoenix Mercury
- Kahleah CopperOutAnklePhoenix Mercury
- Valeriane AyayiOutNot Injury RelatedPhoenix Mercury
- Kyara LinskensOutNot Injury RelatedPhoenix Mercury
- Jovana NogicOutNot Injury RelatedPhoenix Mercury
Leaders
- PointsNatasha Mack19Phoenix Mercury
- AssistsAlyssa Thomas10Phoenix Mercury
- ReboundsNatasha Mack8Phoenix Mercury
- PointsSonia Citron19Washington Mystics
- AssistsSonia Citron9Washington Mystics
- ReboundsKiki Iriafen10Washington Mystics
Recent form
Phoenix Mercury
Last 10: 4-6Streak L287.2 scored · 90.6 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L89-99vs Atlanta DreamAug 23
- L85-88vs Portland FireAug 16
- W94-87at Los Angeles SparksAug 12
- L75-95at Washington MysticsAug 9
- L72-75at Connecticut SunAug 7
- L82-96at Atlanta DreamAug 5
- W106-101at Chicago SkyAug 4
- L92-94vs New York LibertyAug 1
- W91-89vs Golden State ValkyriesJul 30
- W86-82at Los Angeles SparksJul 22
Washington Mystics
Last 10: 7-3Streak W186.5 scored · 83.1 allowed per game1-2 away
- W105-100at Portland FireAug 23
- L84-94vs Minnesota LynxAug 21
- W93-82vs Toronto TempoAug 19
- W80-70vs Los Angeles SparksAug 15
- L76-83at Las Vegas AcesAug 14
- L76-86at Las Vegas AcesAug 12
- W95-75vs Phoenix MercuryAug 9
- W79-74vs Atlanta DreamAug 7
- W96-92vs Dallas WingsAug 5
- W81-75vs Dallas WingsJul 31
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 | Washington Mystics | Phoenix Mercury |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-68 | 33-70 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 9-21 | 3-17 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 18 |
| Free throws | 15-20 | 15-17 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 20 |
| Assists | 21 | 22 |
| Steals | 4 | 9 |
| Blocks | 4 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 50 |
| Fouls | 19 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 89 | 8 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter62-44Sonia Citron makes 23-foot three point jumper (Betnijah Laney-Hamilton assists)
- 3rd Quarter64-44Shakira Austin makes 3-foot layup
- 3rd Quarter64-46Kelsey Plum makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter64-47Kahleah Copper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter64-48Kelsey Plum makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter64-51Kelsey Plum makes 23-foot three pointer (Alyssa Thomas assists)
- 3rd Quarter65-51Sonia Citron makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter66-51Sonia Citron makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter66-53Kelsey Plum makes 16-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter69-53Sonia Citron makes 24-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter69-55Kahleah Copper makes driving layup (Alyssa Thomas assists)
- 3rd Quarter69-56Kahleah Copper makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter72-56Kiki Iriafen makes 24-foot three point jumper (Sonia Citron assists)
- 3rd Quarter72-58Kelsey Plum makes 17-foot step back jumpshot (Alyssa Thomas assists)
- 3rd Quarter74-58Lauren Betts makes 3-foot layup (Sonia Citron assists)
- 3rd Quarter75-58Lauren Betts makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter75-60Alyssa Thomas makes 3-foot layup (Kelsey Plum assists)
- 3rd Quarter77-60Lauren Betts makes 1-foot layup (Sonia Citron assists)
- 4th Quarter77-62Natasha Mack makes 10-foot jumper (Valeriane Ayayi assists)
- 4th Quarter79-62Shakira Austin makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter79-64Alyssa Thomas makes 10-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter82-64Michaela Onyenwere makes 24-foot three point jumper (Sonia Citron assists)
- 4th Quarter82-66Alyssa Thomas makes running layup
- 4th Quarter84-66Sonia Citron makes 5-foot jump bank shot (Shakira Austin assists)
- 4th Quarter84-68Natasha Mack makes running layup (Alyssa Thomas assists)
- 4th Quarter86-68Kiki Iriafen makes 10-foot two point shot (Georgia Amoore assists)
- 4th Quarter86-70Kahleah Copper makes running layup (Alyssa Thomas assists)
- 4th Quarter87-70Sonia Citron makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-72Kahleah Copper makes 1-foot layup (Alyssa Thomas assists)
- 4th Quarter90-72Georgia Amoore makes 23-foot three point jumper (Sonia Citron assists)
- 4th Quarter92-72Georgia Amoore makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter92-73Valeriane Ayayi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter92-74Valeriane Ayayi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter92-76Kyara Linskens makes 4-foot layup (Valeriane Ayayi assists)
- 4th Quarter92-78Noemie Brochant makes running layup
- 4th Quarter94-78Rori Harmon makes 6-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter94-81Lexi Held makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (Valeriane Ayayi assists)
- 4th Quarter94-82Valeriane Ayayi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-83Valeriane Ayayi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-84Valeriane Ayayi makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Phoenix Mercury, below favours Washington Mystics.
Venue
- Mortgage Matchup CenterPhoenix, AZ
- Attendance10459
- OfficialsTiara Cruse, Randy Richardson, Agon Abazi
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- Mystics Edge Mercury in Close ContestAug 27, 2026
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