The Toronto Tempo hosted the Phoenix Mercury at Scotiabank Arena on Saturday afternoon, June 27, in a highly anticipated WNBA cross-conference matchup.
Toronto entered the game with a 9-9 record, aiming to build momentum and climb above . 500.
Phoenix, struggling at 6-13, had lost five of their previous seven games.
Mabrey's Scoring Surge
Much of the pre-game focus centered on Toronto guard Marina Mabrey, who entered the contest on a remarkable scoring streak.
According to Sports Illustrated, Mabrey surpassed 22 points in three consecutive games, with totals of 37, 23, and 53 points.
Her 53-point performance came in Thursday's victory over the Los Angeles Sparks.
Mabrey had also excelled against Phoenix earlier this season, scoring 30 points in a 98-90 upset win on May 19.
The Mercury sought redemption after splitting a two-game road series against the Indiana Fever.
The afternoon tip-off was scheduled for 2:10 p. m.
Eastern Time, with both teams eyeing pivotal outcomes for playoff positioning.
