Phoenix Mercury suffer significant loss to Las Vegas Aces in WNBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 2:11 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The Phoenix Mercury lost to the Las Vegas Aces, 106-58, on July 11, 2026, in Las Vegas. Phoenix struggled early, scoring just nine points in the first quarter and trailing by 35 points at halftime. The team’s performance raised concerns among fans and prompted criticism from head coach Nate Tibbetts, who deemed it 'ugly' and 'disappointing.' The loss extended the Mercury's losing streak to three games, dropping their record to 8-16. The team faces the Minnesota Lynx next on July 13, 2026.
- •Phoenix scored only nine points in the first quarter.
- •The Mercury trailed 57-22 at halftime.
- •Las Vegas forced 18 turnovers, converting them into 24 points.
- •The loss marked Phoenix's third consecutive defeat.
- •The Mercury will play the Minnesota Lynx on July 13, 2026.
- 2:11 AMYahoo Sports — Phoenix Mercury’s blowout loss to Las Vegas Aces adds to growing fan frustration
"LAS VEGAS — Patience among the Phoenix Mercury faithful is wearing thin after the club’s 106-58 loss to the Las Vegas Aces on Saturday. From the opening minutes, Phoenix was forced to play catch-up.
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