Mercury prepare for rivalry clash with Indiana Fever on July 9
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 12:01 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The Phoenix Mercury are set to face the Indiana Fever on July 9, following a three-game homestand. This matchup comes after a contentious two-game series in Indianapolis earlier this season, marked by technical fouls and on-court incidents. Alyssa Thomas, who has faced backlash for her actions involving Caitlin Clark, will not be playing due to a retroactive suspension. Mercury's Kahleah Copper is averaging 20.1 points per game as the team gears up to end their homestand before heading to Las Vegas for a game against the Aces on July 11.
- •Mercury play Fever on July 9 after facing Chicago Sky on July 7.
- •Previous games included six technical fouls and at least one ejection.
- •Alyssa Thomas received a suspension for contact with Caitlin Clark.
- •Kahleah Copper averages 20.1 points per game entering the week.
- •Mercury will travel to Las Vegas for their next game on July 11.
- 12:01 PMYahoo Sports — Mercury to renew hostile rivalry with Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever
"The Phoenix Mercury have a lot going on at home, including an anticipated matchup with the Indiana Fever.
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