Kahleah Copper delivered a career night, but the Phoenix Mercury still could not close the deal.

Copper dropped 41 points and 10 rebounds as she and Kelsey Plum became the first opposing players in WNBA history to each score 40+ in the same game. But after a wild fourth quarter, the Los Angeles Sparks dominated overtime and handed Phoenix another brutal loss.

PHNX Mercury crew break down Kah’s historic performance, the late-game execution, Kelsey Plum’s takeover, Alyssa Thomas’ playmaking, Natasha Mack’s impact and what this loss says about the Mercury as they get ready for the Las Vegas Aces.

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TIMESTAMPS

0:00 – Welcome back to the PHNX Mercury Podcast

3:30 – Catching up on the Sparks L

11:00 – Rae Burrell

13:00 – Kelsey Plum / Mercury foul issues (Lexi Held)

18:00 – Natasha Mack’s game

24:00 – Should winning matter for M.I.P?

29:00 – Mercury Store playing in Erika’s face

31:00 – Superchat / paying bills

37:00 – What was the turning point in the loss to Sparks?

43:00 – Sound from Alyssa Thomas at practice

55:00 – Valu Ayayi’s role with the Mercury

1:00:00 – Las Vegas Aces preview