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Phoenix Mercury vs Las Vegas Aces: What Factors Are in Favor Of Each Team For Game 3?

After the Las Vegas Aces protected their home court advantage, the series heads to Phoenix. The Aces will land at the Mortgage Matchup Center looking to win two more and lift the trophy.

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Sophie Cunningham Shares Recovery Update Following Indiana Fever’s Tough Injury Run

If there’s one thing people will remember about the 2025 WNBA season, it’s the never-ending injury reports- it felt like no team escaped untouched. But at the top of that unfortunate list?

Las Vegas Aces News / Swish Appeal / October 8

Why A’ja Wilson already can be crowned the WNBA’s GOAT

With two near-triple-doubles, Chelsea Gray is holding onto a Finals MVP candidacy. Certainly if Jackie Young strings together some more big scoring performances, she’ll be in the mix as well, despite a quiet Game 1.

Phoenix Mercury News / EssentiallySports / October 8

Alyssa Thomas Issues Bold Warning to A’ja Wilson & Co. Ahead of Game 3

The triple-double queen, Alyssa Thomas, might have had a season to remember, but the final buzzer hasn’t sounded on her story. “Yeah, to win a championship, I feel like none of the records or any of it is completed without a championship,” she said.

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Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / October 8

Phoenix Mercury’s home-court advantage key to tying 2025 WNBA Finals up

The Phoenix Mercury will look to rely on a major factor on Wednesday in Game 3, namely their home-court advantage and their energetic fan base, the “x-factor.” Dropping the first two games in any series can be a recipe for disaster, let alone in the WNBA Finals.

WNBA News / Dice City Sports / October 8

WNBA Finals post spell-bounding ratings record

The 2025 WNBA Finals between the Las Vegas Aces and the Phoenix Mercury has been one for the books. From players recording league records to tv ratings.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / October 8

Can the Aces cruise to another smooth victory in game 3?

The Phoenix Mercury head home with their backs against the wall while the Las Vegas Aces lead the series 2-0 after a thrilling 91-78 win on their home floor on Sunday afternoon.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / October 7

Sophie Cunningham Stunned After New Caitlin Clark Photo Emerges

Sophie Cunningham was forced to watch the Indiana Fever's improbable WNBA playoff run from the sidelines after suffering an MCL tear late in the regular season.

Lexie Hull News / Indiana Fever on SI / October 7

Lexie Hull Shares Indiana Fever Squad Black Eye Surprise

Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark said it all when praising her teammate and friend Lexie Hull during her October 2 exit interview. "Every team in this league should want a Lexie Hull type of player on their team," Clark said.

Phoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / October 7

Mercury’s Satou Sabally sets firm stance on WNBA’s CBA negotiations

One constant throughout the 2025 Phoenix Mercury season has been Satou Sabally’s stance on the WNBA’s CBA negotiations. While other players on the team have been reserved, she hasn’t shied away from her true feelings.

WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / October 7

WNBA announces astonishing Game 1 viewership that broke 28-year mark

The Las Vegas Aces came out 89-86 winners in a thrilling Game 1 of the WNBA Finals against the Phoenix Mercury. A’ja Wilson topscored with 21 points and 10 rebounds as the Aces’ bench outscored the Mercury’s 41-16 in a game that had a total of 12 lead changes.

Chicago Sky News / EssentiallySports / October 7

Angel Reese Not to Play in Unrivaled After Latest Off-Season Admission

After a rookie campaign that shattered records and electrified fans, many believed Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky were primed to soar even higher this season.

Phoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / October 7

Alyssa Thomas makes Diana Taurasi admission about joining Mercury

With the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA Finals, Alyssa Thomas has been the talk of the team. In her first season, she helped the franchise reach its first Finals since 2021.

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Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / October 7

Indiana Fever Star Doesn’t Care About WNBA Finals

Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham is tuning out the WNBA Finals this year, literally. On her latest “Show Me Something” podcast episode with co-host West Wilson, the Fever forward made it clear she’s on a much-needed break from basketball.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / October 7

Fever’s Sophie Cunningham Announces WNBA’s Unexpected Punishment Decision

The Indiana Fever's season ended when the Las Vegas Aces beat them 107-98 in Game 5 of the WNBA Semifinals on Sept. 30, but their storylines never stop.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / October 7

Aces-Mercury WNBA Finals ESPN Ratings Reveal Speaks Volumes

There has been a lot of interest and anticipation for how much viewership the 2025 WNBA Finals have received through the first two games of the series.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / October 7

Ex-Fever Guard's Show of Caitlin Clark Respect Should Be WNBA Standard

The relationship that Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark had with veteran guard Erica Wheeler during Clark's rookie 2024 campaign was one of the more wholesome storylines during last year's WNBA season.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / October 7

Aces, Mercury both leaning on resilience as Finals shift to Phoenix

PHOENIX -- The Las Vegas Aces defended home court to take an early lead in the WNBA Finals. To remain viable, the Mercury must do the same as the series shifts to Phoenix.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Los Angeles Sparks on SI / October 7

Sparks' Cameron Brink Reveals Wild 'Welcome to the WNBA' Moment

Despite missing time due to injury, Los Angeles Sparks' star forward Cameron Brink appeared in just under 20 contests in 2025 — sporting per game averages of over five points and four rebounds in her second WNBA season.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / October 7

3 steps for Dallas Wings to get to WNBA Finals

The Dallas Wings are bottoming out in the WNBA standings, but they are hoping to work their way up from the doldrums of the league. With the Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA Finals, they are showing the blueprint for what's needed to get to the top of the league.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / October 7

Dallas Wings show signs of struggles with two recent castoffs in WNBA Finals

The Dallas Wings are watching the WNBA Finals at home, but they are probably kicking themselves after fumbling two key players in the series. A year ago, the team has NaLyssa Smith and Satou Sabally starting in the frontcourt.

Minnesota Lynx News / Bring Me The News / October 6

Report: Engelbert didn't respond to messages from Collier's agent following injury

Napheesa Collier was reportedly set to have a meeting with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert following the Lynx star's blistering criticism of the league's

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / October 6

Mercury hold on to hope despite falling 0-2 to Aces in Finals

LAS VEGAS — The Phoenix Mercury aren’t backing down, and despite falling behind 0-2 to the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA Finals, they remain positive as the best-of-seven series shifts to Arizona for Game 3 on Wednesday.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / October 6

Chelsea Gray continues to showcase her on-court brilliance

By the time she calls it a career, Chelsea Gray is going to go down as one of the greatest floor generals the WNBA has ever seen. The Las Vegas Aces point guard is already taking command in the WNBA Finals against the Phoenix Mercury, notching double-digit assists in both games so far.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / October 5