POSTGAME: Phoenix Mercury DROP 5th Straight Despite a BETTER Defensive Performance
The Phoenix Mercury have suffered their fifth consecutive loss, bringing their record to 2-7 after a defeat against the New York Liberty. Despite a better defensive performance, including forcing 17 turnovers and holding the Liberty under 70 points, the Mercury struggled with poor shooting and rebounding. The team is now facing questions about their performance and what adjustments are needed to turn the season around.
- ▪The Mercury have lost five straight games, sitting at a record of 2-7.
- ▪Alyssa Thomas and Kahleah Copper each scored 15 points in the latest game.
- ▪The team forced 17 turnovers and held New York under 70 points deep into the fourth quarter.
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