The Phoenix Mercury opened their Commissioner’s Cup slate with a statement win over the Los Angeles Sparks — and they did it with defense, depth, and a little fire. Kathryn Westbeld earns Player of the Game honors, but Satou Sabally and Sami Whitcomb were just as critical in keeping the Sparks out of rhythm all night. Erika and Stephen break down the impact of Phoenix’s new bench pieces, the tone-setting physicality, and what this win means for the Cup standings.
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2:00 – 18-Point comeback
4:30 – Haley Jones
5:20 – One word for tonight?
8:00 – Alyssa Thomas Injury
10:00 – Satou Sabally went off
12:00 – Suns could learn from Mercury
15:00 – By the Numbers
20:20 – 2nd half Adjustments
23:30 – Satou Sabally’s impact
27:00 – Mercury amongst the W’s best?
31:00 – Kathryn Westbeld
37:30 – Sami Whitcomb
40:00 – SPG’s Keys
44:00 – Hamby’s defense
47:00 – Kit’s big 3
48:30 – Looking ahead for the Mercury
55:00 – Mascot beef
