Phoenix Mercury balance urgency and patience after loss to Sparks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 6:41 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The Phoenix Mercury faced the Los Angeles Sparks on June 13, 2026, in a match that highlighted both team potential and shortcomings. Despite a record-setting 41 points from Kahleah Copper, the Mercury lost 111-102 in overtime, dropping their season record to 4-11. Coach Nate Tibbetts emphasized the need to find stability as the season approaches its halfway mark, expressing a blend of urgency and patience in pursuit of improvement. The team must regroup with an upcoming game against the Las Vegas Aces on June 17.
- •Mercury fall to 4-11 after losing to Sparks in overtime.
- •Kahleah Copper scores a career-high 41 points.
- •Coach Nate Tibbetts stresses balancing urgency and patience.
- •Upcoming game against Las Vegas Aces scheduled for June 17.
- 6:41 AMYahoo Sports — Phoenix Mercury trying to balance patience and urgency after loss to Los Angeles Sparks
"PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury have had their fair share of highs and lows this year, but with the season nearing its halfway point, it’s becoming increasingly important for the club to find stability. Phoenix Mercury guard Jovana Nogic (29) drives against Sparks guard Jihyun Park (6) during a game at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, on June 13, 2026.
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