Phoenix Mercury stage comeback win against Golden State Valkyries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 1:38 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The Phoenix Mercury rallied from a 13-point deficit to win 91-89 against the Golden State Valkyries on July 29 at Mortgage Matchup Center. Key contributions came from Kahleah Copper, who scored 27 points, and Alyssa Thomas, who added 25 points, nine rebounds, and eight assists. The Mercury overcame a challenging start, fueled by a late 11-0 run and strong performance from DeWanna Bonner. As the playoff push continues, the Mercury are now 11-18 and looking to improve in their upcoming game against the New York Liberty on August 1. The WNBA trade deadline is set for August 2.
- •Kahleah Copper scores 27 points in comeback victory.
- •Alyssa Thomas adds 25 points, nine rebounds, eight assists.
- •Mercury overcome a 13-point deficit to win 91-89.
- •Next game for Mercury is August 1 against New York Liberty.
- •WNBA trade deadline is August 2.
- 1:38 PMYahoo Sports — Copper, Thomas lead Mercury to big-time comeback as deadline approaches
"The Phoenix Mercury know the importance of the remaining 16 games after the All-Star break and won a crucial game against the Golden State Valkyries.
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