Phoenix Mercury vs Washington Mystics Final Score & Over/Under Result — Aug 9, 2026

The second quarter proved decisive in a lower-scoring affair that hinged on Washington's strong start. Combined scoring climbed to 46 points in Q2—the game's highest-output frame—as the Mystics established a foundation they would not relinquish. Phoenix, limited to just 17 points in that quarter, never recovered despite a late push in the fourth.

Washington's balanced attack led the way: Shakira Austin posted 19 points and 11 rebounds, while Sonia Citron added 19 points and 6 assists. Michaela Onyenwere chipped in 13 points. For Phoenix, Kahleah Copper led with 15 points and 3 assists, Noemie Brochant contributed 13 points, and Alyssa Thomas rounded out the scoring with 10 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists. The Mercury managed only 20 points in the first quarter and 14 in the third, leaving them too far behind to mount a serious comeback; a 24-point fourth quarter came too late.

The final tally of 170 landed just a half-point over the 169.5 market total—a razor-thin margin that belied the game's defensive tenor. Washington's recent form (79.6 points allowed per game over its last 10) proved more prescient than Phoenix's league-leading 90.6 allowed, though the Mystics' 82.6 scoring average suggested this would stay relatively contained. DAGGER's pregame call of under missed by that slimmest of margins, but a live adjustment cashed.