Phoenix Mercury struggle in second half, fall to Las Vegas Aces 86-76
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 2:28 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The Phoenix Mercury lost to the Las Vegas Aces 86-76 at Mortgage Matchup Center on June 17. Phoenix led at halftime but faltered in the second half, committing 20 turnovers and allowing 16 points off those mistakes. Despite Kahleah Copper's 26 points, the Aces' Jackie Young and A'ja Wilson were pivotal in the second half, with Wilson scoring 33 points. Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts cited crucial scoring struggles and poor defensive performance as key issues. The Mercury (4-12) are now on a four-game losing streak and will face the Seattle Storm on June 21.
- •Mercury led by four points at halftime
- •Aces scored 16 points off Mercury turnovers
- •Kahleah Copper scored 26 points for Phoenix
- •A'ja Wilson recorded 33 points and 10 rebounds
- •Mercury will host Seattle Storm on June 21
- 2:28 PMYahoo Sports — Phoenix Mercury too sloppy against too good a team, fall to Las Vegas
"The Mercury looked good in the first half against the Las Vegas Aces, but couldn't keep the momentum going in the second half.
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