The Phoenix Mercury are set to host the Minnesota Lynx to begin the high-voltage Game 3 of the WNBA Semifinals on September 26, 2025, at 9:30 pm ET/6:30 pm PT. The series is tied at 1-1.
The Lynx have the offensive advantage with 85.3 points per game, while the Mercury score 78.4 points. Minnesota has a field goal percentage of 46.7, whereas Phoenix has 39.9. The Mercury average 21.4 assists per game, while the Lynx are slightly ahead at 22.5 assists.
Phoenix leads by a slim margin on the boards with 38.2 rebounds per game, which includes 7.4 offensive and 30.8 defensive rebounds, while Minnesota's total is 36.0, which includes 7.8 offensive and 28.3 defensive rebounds.
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Phoenix Mercury vs Minnesota Lynx: Date and tip-off time
The Phoenix Mercury are scheduled to face the Minnesota Lynx in an exciting WNBA Semifinals on September 26, 2025, at 9:30 pm ET/6:30 pm PT at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona.
| Date | September 26, 2025 |
| Tip-off Time | 9:30 pm ET/6:30 pm PT |
| Venue | PHX Arena |
| Location | Phoenix, Arizona |
How to watch Phoenix Mercury vs Minnesota Lynx on TV & stream live online
Fans in the USA can catch all the action between the Phoenix Mercury and the Minnesota Lynx live on:
- TV channel: ESPN2
- Streaming service: Fubo
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Phoenix Mercury team news
Alyssa Thomas averages 15.4 points, 9.2 assists, 1.6 steals, and 8.8 rebounds per game.
Satou Sabally leads this group in scoring (16.3 points per game), while also averaging 2.5 assists, 1.3 steals, and 5.9 rebounds.
Kahleah Copper averages 15.6 points per game, with 1.5 assists, 1.1 steals, and 2.9 rebounds.
Phoenix Mercury injuries
No injuries
Minnesota Lynx team news
Napheesa Collier has averaged 22.9 points, 3.2 assists, 1.6 steals, and 7.3 rebounds per game.
Kayla McBride contributes 3.5 assists, 1.3 steals, and 2.3 rebounds in addition to her 14.2 points per game.
Courtney Williams averages 13.6 points, 6.2 assists, 1.3 steals, and 4.9 rebounds per game.
Minnesota Lynx injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
| G, DiJonai Carrington | Left mid-foot sprain | Out for Season |
Phoenix Mercury and Minnesota Lynx head-to-head record
The upcoming game between the Phoenix Mercury and the Minnesota Lynx could be extremely competitive, with momentum going both ways, based on their previous five head-to-head meetings. The Lynx have won three of those encounters, including a resounding 79-66 victory on July 16 and a commanding 88-65 victory on June 4, 2025, demonstrating their ability to dominate the game on both sides of the court.
The Mercury, however, has demonstrated their ability to bounce back, winning two significant games, most notably a 79-71 victory on July 10 and an 89-83 victory on September 24.
This game may come down to whether the team performs better in crucial situations, as the Mercury's tenacity and clutch performance will be tested against the Lynx's depth and efficiency in scoring. Both teams have traded victories in their last meetings.
| Date | Results |
|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2025 | Mercury 89-83 Lynx |
| Sep 22, 2025 | Lynx 82-69 Mercury |
| Jul 16, 2025 | Lynx 79-66 Mercury |
| Jul 10, 2025 | Mercury 79-71 Lynx |
| Jun 04, 2025 | Lynx 88-65 Mercury |