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Joe Skaite vs. Mack (Kounde gets the ball)Juskate received an assist from Kounde and hit a layup
Bonner made a mistake in passing and the ball was stolen by MarburyMarbury missed a three-pointer from long rangeMack defensive reboundCooper broke through and scored on a layupMarbury hit a step-back jumperNojic missed a three-point shotThe Mercury got an offensive reboundCooper received an assist from Nojic and hit a layupKounde missed a backhand layupThomas defensive reboundNojić made a mistakeSykes missed a breakthrough layupMack defensive reboundCooper missed a three-point shotMike offensive reboundsMike scored on a layupRice made a mistake in passing and the ball was stolen by ThomasNojić missed a three-point shotMarbury defensive reboundsRice received an assist from Kounde and hit a three-point shotRice committed a personal foulThomas fouled the offenseThomas made an offensive foul errorKounde missed a three-point pull-up jumperRice offensive reboundRice missed a breakthrough layupRhythm gets offensive reboundsNojić fouled off the ballMarbury received an assist from Sykes and hit a three-pointerMack received an assist from Nojic and hit a jumperMarbury missed a three-point shotMack defensive reboundNojić received an assist from Thomas and hit a three-point shotKounde missed a two-point shotMack defensive reboundCooper missed a jumper from a pull-up shotKounde defensive reboundJuskate missed a three-point shotCooper defensive reboundCooper missed a two-point layupSykes defensive reboundMarbury received an assist from Sykes and hit a two-point layupMarbury committed a personal foul
Official suspensionMercury made a substitution, and Williams came on to replace BonnerMercury made a substitution, and Brochan came on to replace NojicRhythm substitution, Teoni Key came on to replace Joo SkaitRhythm substitution, Ness came on to replace RiceCooper Foot's pull-up jumper was blocked by KoundeThomas offensive reboundThomas hit a layupMarbury missed a three-point shotMack defensive reboundKounde shot foulCooper made two free throws, the first of which was hitCooper hit the second free throwWilliams fouled off the ballThe Mercury made a substitution, and Linskens came on to replace CooperMercury made a substitution, and Ayai came on to replace MikeRhythm substitution, Heard came on to replace MarburySykes hit a three-point shotNess committed a personal foulBroschan received an assist from Thomas and hit a pull-up jumperSykes missed a three-point shotThe Mercury got a defensive reboundTeoni Key fouled off the ballLinskens made two free throws, the first of which was hitLinskens hit the second free throwKounde conceded the ball and the ball was stolen by AyaiBroschan missed a three-point jumperRhythm gets defensive reboundsNess missed a three-point shotBroschan defensively reboundedWilliams missed a breakthrough layupRhythm gets defensive reboundsAyai committed a personal foulMercury made a substitution, and Bonner came on to replace BrochanMercury made a substitution, and Cooper came on to replace ThomasRhythm substitution, Joskate came on to replace KoundeRhythm substitution, Rice came on to replace SykesTeoni Key missed a three-point shotAyai defended the reboundAyai missed a layupLinskens offensive reboundJuskate committed a personal foulCooper made two free throws, the first of which was hitThe Mercury made a substitution, and Nojic came on to replace WilliamsCooper hit the second free throwTeoni Key received an assist from Held and hit a three-pointerBonner missed a three-point shotHerder defensive reboundHeld scored on a breakthrough layupLinskens fouled on a shotHeld hit a free throwNojić missed a hook shotLinskens offensive reboundLinskens missed a step-back jumperJuskate defensive reboundAyai committed a personal foulJoosket made two free throws, the first of which was hitMercury made a substitution, and Mike came on to replace LinskensJou Skaet hit the second free throwMike received an assist from Cooper and hit a layupRice missed a layupRhythm gets offensive reboundsThe first quarter endsThe Toronto Tempo made a powerful statement in their inaugural WNBA season, defeating the Phoenix Mercury 98–90 on May 20, 2026, at Footprint Center in Phoenix. In a game that featured high-octane offense and clutch performances, the expansion franchise showcased its depth and composure, handing the Mercury a tough home loss in front of a lively crowd.
Match Overview
From the opening tip, both teams traded baskets in a fast-paced contest. The Mercury, led by veteran guard Kahleah Copper and standout center Brittney Griner, looked to control the paint. However, Toronto’s balanced attack and relentless perimeter shooting kept them ahead for most of the night. The Tempo took a 51–46 lead into halftime and extended it to double digits in the third quarter behind a 12–0 run. Phoenix fought back in the fourth, cutting the deficit to three points with under three minutes to play, but Toronto responded with timely buckets and free throws to seal the victory.
Key Moments
- Third-quarter surge: The Tempo outscored the Mercury 30–22 in the third period, highlighted by back-to-back three-pointers from guard Kelsey Plum (acquired in the expansion draft) and rookie forward Aliyah Boston.
- Griner's dominance: Brittney Griner finished with 27 points and 11 rebounds, but foul trouble limited her minutes in the critical third quarter.
- Clutch free throws: Toronto’s veteran point guard, Chelsea Gray, calmly sank four free throws in the final minute to ice the game.
Standout Players
Kelsey Plum (TOR): The former Aces star led all scorers with 32 points on 11-of-18 shooting, including 5-of-9 from deep. She also dished out 7 assists and grabbed 5 rebounds. Plum’s leadership was instrumental in the Tempo’s first road win of the season.
Brittney Griner (PHX): Despite the loss, Griner was a force inside, shooting 12-of-15 from the field and blocking three shots. Her presence kept the Mercury in the game, but she received limited support from the bench.
Aliyah Boston (TOR): The rookie had a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds, providing a strong interior presence alongside Plum’s perimeter play.
Season Impact
The victory pushed Toronto’s record to 3–1, firmly establishing them as a contender in the WNBA’s new-look landscape. For Phoenix, the loss dropped them to 2–2, raising questions about defensive consistency. The Mercury will look to regroup before their next matchup against the Las Vegas Aces, while the Tempo return home to face the Chicago Sky.
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