The Phoenix Mercury secured a narrow 111-109 victory over the Indiana Fever on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
The game was overshadowed by Fever star Caitlin Clark exiting early with a back injury.
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Kahleah Copper led the Mercury with 28 points, converting 15 of 16 free throws. Alyssa Thomas added 24 points, helping Phoenix claim its sixth win of the season.
Kelsey Mitchell scored a game-high 30 points for Indiana before fouling out.
Clark contributed 19 points and eight assists in 20 minutes before heading to the locker room in the third quarter.
Clark's Back Issue
Clark had been listed as probable on the Fever's injury report due to ongoing back complications dating back to May.
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Head coach Stephanie White had previously emphasized the team would manage Clark's back with extreme caution throughout the season.
Clark had received medical treatment during the opening week of the regular season to address spinal discomfort.
She described the issue as an "ongoing thing" and noted that her back "gets out of line pretty quickly," requiring regular maintenance.
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The defeat marked the highest-scoring loss in Indiana franchise history, as the Fever suffered their fourth loss this season while scoring at least 100 points.
