Thu Jun 19 23:40:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

The Phoenix Mercury defeated the Connecticut Sun 83-75, ending a four-game losing streak against the Sun and a six-game skid at Mohegan Sun Arena. Alyssa Thomas, playing against her former team, recorded 14 points, 11 assists, and 8 rebounds. Satou Sabally added 12 points and a season-high 15 rebounds for the Mercury, who have won three straight games for the first time this season. The Sun, meanwhile, are off to their worst start in franchise history at 2-10, despite a season-high 16 points from rookie Aneesa Morrow. Connecticut’s struggles were compounded by a poor first quarter and a recent run of losses.

**News Article:**

**Mercury Snap Skid, Defeat Sun Amid Connecticut’s Franchise-Worst Start**

UNCASVILLE, Conn. – The Phoenix Mercury (9-4) powered past the Connecticut Sun (2-10) with an 83-75 victory Wednesday night, ending a four-game losing streak against their Eastern Conference rival and a six-game drought at Mohegan Sun Arena. The win marks the Mercury’s third consecutive victory, their first such streak of the season.

Alyssa Thomas, playing her first game back from a calf injury and against her former team after an off-season trade, led the charge with 14 points, 11 assists, and 8 rebounds. Satou Sabally contributed 12 points and a season-high 15 rebounds. Lexi Held added 14 points, Kahleah Copper chipped in with 13, and Kitija Laksa had 11 for Phoenix.

The Sun, however, continue to struggle, falling to their worst start in franchise history. The team has now lost four straight games and five of their last six. Rookie Aneesa Morrow provided a spark with a season-high 16 points, while Jacy Sheldon added 13 and Olivia Nelson-Ododa pulled down a career-high 14 rebounds to go with 10 points.

Phoenix came out firing, opening the game with a 10-0 run as Connecticut struggled from the field. While the Sun managed to narrow the gap later, it wasn’t enough to overcome the Mercury’s balanced attack. The Mercury continues their four-game road trip with a game against New York on Thursday. The Sun will look to bounce back at home on Sunday against Dallas.

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