Washington Mystics extend dominance over Phoenix Mercury with 94-84 victory
Washington defeated Phoenix 94-84 in the Women's NBA on Wednesday evening. The visitors took control early and held firm despite a spirited second-half push from the hosts. It was a result that deepened the divide between the two sides in the standings.
And here's the thing, the margin told the story. Washington built a 20-point advantage at one stage, while Phoenix could only manage a six-point lead earlier on. By then, the momentum had clearly shifted.
To be fair, the rebounding battle decided much of the contest. Washington secured 35 rebounds compared to Phoenix's 26, including 10 on the offensive glass. Those extra possessions allowed them to extend their lead when the shots weren't falling. Phoenix relied heavily on the three-point line, hitting nine from seventeen attempts, but it wasn't enough to match the volume of Washington's inside work. The visitors also recorded 21 assists, moving the ball with more precision than the hosts.
The result keeps the visitors in fourth place with 24 wins from 40 games. Phoenix remain seventh, sitting 14 points behind the playoff pack with 14 wins and 26 losses. It was a familiar pattern for the hosts, who have struggled to find consistency away from home.
Washington had already beaten Phoenix 95-75 earlier this month, and this performance confirmed the hierarchy. The gap in the table now looks significant.
