Ciezki scores 22 as Mercury top Fire 94-91 in Portland
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Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Shay Ciezki contributed 22 points off the bench, leading the Phoenix Mercury to a 94-91 victory over the Portland Fire on September 17. The game marked both teams' return from the FIBA World Cup break, and both teams have been eliminated from playoff contention. Phoenix surged ahead in the fourth quarter after trailing, with key free throws sealing the win. The Fire are now on a five-game losing streak. The Mercury will face Dallas next, while the Fire will play Golden State on September 19.
- •Mercury scored 23 points in the fourth quarter to secure the win.
- •Emily Engstler led the Fire with 21 points and five three-pointers.
- •Both teams were missing key players due to recent international commitments.
- •Mercury's next game is against Dallas on September 19.
- •Fire will compete against Golden State on September 19.
- 4:54 AMYahoo Sports — Shay Ciezki’s career night headlines Mercury’s comeback win vs. Fire
- 4:41 AMYahoo Sports — Ciezki has 22 points in the Mercury's 94-91 victory over the Fire
"Shay Ciezki had 22 points off the bench and the Phoenix Mercury rallied in the fourth quarter for a 94-91 victory over the Portland Fire on Thursday night in the teams' first game back from the FIBA World Cup break. Emily Engstler had 21 points and five 3-pointers for the expansion Fire, who have lost five of their last six. Holly Winterburn added 18 points.
"PORTLAND — Phoenix Mercury rookie Shay Ciezki saved her best for Thursday, turning in a career night to help the Mercury rally past the Portland Fire. Sep 17, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Shay Ciezki (5) celebrates with forward-center Natasha Mack (4) after a game against the Portland Fire at Moda Center.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 4:54 AMShay Ciezki’s career night headlines Mercury’s comeback win vs. Fire
PORTLAND — Phoenix Mercury rookie Shay Ciezki saved her best for Thursday, turning in a career night to help the Mercury rally past the Portland Fire. Sep 17, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Shay Ciezki (5) celebrates with forward-center Natasha Mack (4) after a game against the Portland Fire at Moda Center.
- Yahoo SportsSep 18, 2026, 4:41 AMCiezki has 22 points in the Mercury's 94-91 victory over the Fire
Shay Ciezki had 22 points off the bench and the Phoenix Mercury rallied in the fourth quarter for a 94-91 victory over the Portland Fire on Thursday night in the teams' first game back from the FIBA World Cup break. Emily Engstler had 21 points and five 3-pointers for the expansion Fire, who have lost five of their last six. Holly Winterburn added 18 points.
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