Connecticut Sun vs Phoenix Mercury WNBA matchup preview

The Connecticut Sun (6‑18) will host the Phoenix Mercury (8‑17) on July 17 2026 at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona. The Sun come off a 90‑87 win over Portland, while the Mercury are looking to rebound from a 104‑100 loss to Minnesota. Key players highlighted include the Sun’s Brittney Griner (13.5 PPG) and Kahleah Copper of the Mercury, who is noted for her scoring consistency.

Betting odds list the Sun at +155 and the Mercury at -180, with an even 4‑point spread. The over/under for total points is set at 162.5. Several prop bets focus on Copper’s scoring and rebounding totals.