NBA W
Thursday, July 30, 2026 • Mortgage Matchup Center
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Mercury W | 21 | 13 | 26 | 31 | 91 |
| Golden State Valkyries W | 18 | 28 | 20 | 23 | 89 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Phoenix Mercury W | Golden State Valkyries W |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 22/39 | 19/43 |
| 3-Pointers | 5/16 | 12/33 |
| Free Throws | 32/43 | 15/19 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 33 |
| Assists | 19 | 24 |
| Steals | 3 | 7 |
| Blocks | 7 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 7 |
Game Recap
The Phoenix Mercury edged the Golden State Valkyries 91-89 in a tightly contested WNBA matchup, winning by two points after a competitive finish. Phoenix leaned on its top-end scoring to survive a strong challenge from Golden State, with the game ultimately decided by execution in the closing moments rather than a sustained blowout run.
Key Takeaways
- →The Golden State Valkyries W have a significant advantage in advanced metrics, boasting a superior Net Rating of 16
- →The Golden State Valkyries W have a significantly higher Courtframe Power Index and a strong net rating of +16
- →Golden State Valkyries W have a significant advantage with a superior net rating and defensive rating compared to Phoenix Mercury W
- →The Golden State Valkyries W have a significant advantage in both team performance metrics and Courtframe Power Index, indicating stronger overall play
- →The Golden State Valkyries W have a significantly higher CourtFrame Power Index and a better road record compared to the Phoenix Mercury W's home performance