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August 27, 2026 β’ Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix
WNBA PREVIEW β’ August 27, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Washington Mystics (24-15) meets Phoenix Mercury (13-26) at Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix.
Washington Mystics
Visiting Side
Record
24-15
Phoenix Mercury
Home Side
Record
13-26
Scoring
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
WAS
|
20 | 20 | 13 | 27 | 80 |
|
PHO
|
18 | 19 | 20 | 16 | 73 |
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
39%
Washington Mystics
VS
61%
Phoenix Mercury
Projected Score
WAS 76
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PHO 84
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- Phoenix Mercury maintains a stronger scoring margin over opponents.
- Washington Mystics controls the glass more effectively.
- Phoenix Mercury shoots at a higher clip from the floor.
Washington Mystics
STAT
Phoenix Mercury
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Phoenix Mercury plays on familiar turf at Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Washington Mystics Could Win
Washington Mystics generates 83.0 points per game while shooting 39.7%.
Why Phoenix Mercury Could Win
Phoenix Mercury produces 85.2 points per game on 44.5% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Phoenix Mercury's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
9,040
Closing Odds
Line: WSH -5.5 | O/U: 164.5
Team Leaders
Team Points
Kahleah Copper
35
Team Assists
Alyssa Thomas
8
Team Points
Georgia Amoore
25
Team Assists
Betnijah Laney-Hamilton
7
Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Washington Mystics (27.3%)
Phoenix Mercury (72.7%)
Total Submissions: 56 circles
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