Brittney Griner scored 26 points and Diana Taurasi added 25 as the Phoenix Mercury defeated the Chicago Sky 93-88, snapping a three-game losing streak. The victory secures the Mercury a playoff berth, while the Sky, now with eight losses in their last ten games, face a tight race for the final playoff spot against Washington and Atlanta. Notably, Chicago was missing key players, including rookie star Angel Reese due to a wrist injury. Natasha Cloud contributed with 18 points and 11 assists for Phoenix, while Chennedy Carter led the Sky with 20 points. The game remained competitive throughout, with neither team leading by more than three points for much of the match. The Sky will play Atlanta next, with the winner gaining an advantage in the playoff race.