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Mercury Eliminate Liberty to Reach Semifinals Against Top-Seeded Lynx

Minnesota opens the best-of-five at home Sunday in Minneapolis.

Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) defends against Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier (24) during the fourth quarter at PHX Arena on July 9, 2025.
Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally (0) passes the ball in the first half against the New York Liberty during game one of the 2025 WNBA Playoffs round one at PHX Arena in Phoenix on Sept. 14, 2025.
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Overview

  • Phoenix beat New York 79-73 in a decisive Game 3 to advance and complete the semifinal field.
  • Alyssa Thomas recorded a 20-11-11 triple-double, her fifth in the playoffs, giving her five of the seven in WNBA postseason history.
  • Satou Sabally had 23 points and 12 rebounds, Sami Whitcomb added 13 off the bench, and Kahleah Copper hit the late basket that sealed the win.
  • DeWanna Bonner’s eight rebounds moved her past Candace Parker for the WNBA playoff career lead at 614.
  • Breanna Stewart scored 30 points five days after an MCL sprain, but the Liberty’s exit guarantees a new 2025 champion as Minnesota arrives rested after a first-round sweep.