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Looking At Phoenix's Battles With Chicago
Oct 10, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Shey Peddy (5) pulls the shorts of Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi (3) during the second half of game one of the 2021 WNBA Finals against the Chicago Sky at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
The Phoenix Mercury had an impressive season in 2021. They finished the season with a record of 19-13, and they went on a deep playoff run. Phoenix's playoff journey began with a win over the New York Liberty . It was a close game, and the Mercury picked up an 83-82 win. Then, they beat the Seattle Storm 85-80 in overtime, and after a series against the Las Vegas Aces, the Mercury reached the WNBA Finals. The Mercury faced the Chicago Sky in the Finals, and while they picked up a win in Game 2, the Sky beat them 3-1. Chicago had an impressive run as well, and it involved taking down the Dallas Wings, the Minnesota Lynx and the Connecticut Sun. Both teams worked hard to get to that point, and when it came to the regular season, the Mercury had the upper hand. Phoenix swept Chicago in the season series, and it started with a win on the road. The Mercury beat the Sky 84-83, and the starters came to play. Skylar Diggins was the star, as she had 24 points, five assists, three rebounds, two blocks and a steal. Kia

This article first appeared on Phoenix Mercury On SI  and was syndicated with permission.

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