Phoenix Mercury endure sixth straight loss against Minnesota Lynx
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 5:12 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Phoenix Mercury fell to the Minnesota Lynx 111-77 on June 2, marking their sixth consecutive defeat. The loss tied for the third-most points given up by the Mercury in a half on the road, as they allowed 67 points by halftime. Phoenix is struggling defensively, with a league-worst defensive rating and eight games this season permitting 80 or more points. Coach Nate Tibbets and guard Kahleah Copper emphasized their focus on maintaining standards and improving as they work through their losing streak.
- •Mercury lose to Lynx 111-77 on June 2
- •Phoenix allows 67 points in the first half
- •Team is on a six-game losing streak
- •Copper and Tibbets emphasize need for improvement
- •Mercury's record stands at 2-8 this season
- 5:12 PMYahoo Sports — 'I lost seven straight. I won a championship': Phoenix Mercury not losing hope
"The Phoenix Mercury look almost unrecognizable among a WNBA-worst six-game losing streak.
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