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Copper, Mitchell Clash: Who Will Shine?
23 Jun
Summary
- Kahleah Copper leads Mercury with 19.1 PPG.
- Kelsey Mitchell paces Fever with 20.8 PPG.
- Caitlin Clark is probable for the Fever game.
The Phoenix Mercury, holding a 5-12 record, are set to play the Indiana Fever, who stand at 9-7, on Monday, June 22, 2026. The game is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. This matchup features a compelling individual scoring battle between the Mercury's Kahleah Copper, averaging 19.1 points per game, and the Fever's Kelsey Mitchell, who is fourth in the WNBA with 20.8 points per game.
Key player updates include Caitlin Clark being listed as probable for the Fever due to a back issue, while the Mercury will be without Monique Akoa Makani (hamstring) and Sami Whitcomb (knee). The Fever boast a strong offensive performance, averaging 92.4 points, significantly more than the 85.9 points the Mercury typically allow. Conversely, the Mercury score 82.5 points, which is fewer than the 89.7 points the Fever's defense permits.
