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Mercury face Liberty road slump test
30 May
Summary
- Mercury aim to end three-game road losing streak.
- Liberty's Ionescu and Fauthoux are sidelined.
- Phoenix averages 85.6 points, New York allows 85.1.
The Phoenix Mercury, with a current record of 2-6, are set to face the New York Liberty on Friday, May 29, 2026. This game presents an opportunity for the Mercury to end their three-game road losing streak. The Liberty, holding a 4-4 record, will host the matchup at Barclays Center.
New York will be playing without two of their players, Sabrina Ionescu and Marine Fauthoux, who are sidelined due to back and knee injuries, respectively. The Mercury also have an injury concern with Sami Whitcomb out due to a knee issue. Statistically, the Liberty average 88.0 points per game, while the Mercury allow 86.6 points per game. Phoenix's offense averages 85.6 points, which is just slightly more than the 85.1 points New York's defense permits.
