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Mercury vs. Fire: Final Game Odds
17 Sep
Summary
- Both Mercury and Fire are out of playoffs.
- Phoenix traded for Kelsey Plum, but it failed.
- Oddsmakers favor Phoenix in Thursday's game.
The Phoenix Mercury and Portland Fire are concluding their 2026 WNBA seasons, having been eliminated from playoff contention. They are set to play the first of their final four games against each other on Thursday, September 17, 2026, in Portland.
The Fire, in their inaugural WNBA season, hold a 16-24 record and have split their two previous matchups with the Mercury. Despite Phoenix's struggles this season, including a recent home loss to Portland, and a disappointing performance following last year's Finals appearance, oddsmakers have set them as favorites for this game, with a spread of Mercury -2.5.
The Mercury's season has been marked by underperformance, compounded by injuries and the unsuccessful acquisition of Kelsey Plum at the trade deadline. Plum is out for this game, while Kahleah Copper, averaging 21.3 points per game, is listed as questionable. Portland also faces significant injury challenges, with Bridget Carleton, Carla Leite, Megan DiLeo, Sania Feagin, and Teja Oblak ruled out.
Despite the stakes being low for playoff hopes, the game presents betting opportunities. The prediction favors the Portland Fire to cover the spread, taking the points with Fire +2.5, as neither team has shown consistent dominance. The total points are set at 172.5.
