Portland Fire vs Phoenix Mercury

WNBA
StreamEast Phoenix Mercury PHX 14-26
Upcoming 9/17 - 10:00 PM EDT
StreamEast Portland Fire POR 16-23

Portland Fire vs Phoenix Mercury




Phoenix Mercury vs Portland Fire: Betting Line, Odds & Head-to-Head Breakdown

WNBA · 2026 Season

As of now, this game hasn't started yet. It's scheduled for 9/17 - 10:00 PM EDT at Moda Center. Check back once the game is underway for live score updates.

These two teams already know each other well this season. Series tied 1-1, across 3 meetings so far. Head-to-head trends like this are often factored into betting lines and predictive models alike, since some matchups simply play out differently than a team's overall record would suggest.

While betting-market data isn't fully available for this game, ESPN's Matchup Predictor gives the Phoenix Mercury the edge, projecting them at a 58% chance to win.

Betting lines, like win probabilities, are a snapshot, not a forecast set in stone, and they can shift right up until the 9/17 - 10:00 PM EDT start time as injury news, weather, and public money move the market. This page will keep reflecting the latest numbers as they update, so it's worth a final check before Phoenix Mercury and Portland Fire actually take the field.

Odds are for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Please gamble responsibly.

Moda Center
Portland, OR
Surface Turf

Team Leaders

Portland Fire Logo
Portland Fire
Points
C. Leite
15.9
Assists
C. Leite
6.3
Rebounds
E. Engstler
5.6
Phoenix Mercury Logo
Phoenix Mercury
Points
K. Copper
21.3
Assists
A. Thomas
8.4
Rebounds
A. Thomas
7.7

Recent Form

Portland Fire
W
L
L
L
W
Aug 16 @ PHX 88-85
Aug 22 @ TOR 82-79
Aug 23 vs WSH 105-100
Aug 26 @ DAL 96-78
Aug 28 @ ATL 101-83
Phoenix Mercury
L
L
L
L
W
Aug 16 vs POR 88-85
Aug 23 vs ATL 99-89
Aug 26 vs WSH 94-84
Aug 28 vs WSH 80-73
Aug 30 vs TOR 101-69

Division Standings

2025-26 Western Conference Standings
Team W L PCT GB STRK
Minnesota
31 9 .775 - L2
Golden State
28 11 .718 2.5 W3
Las Vegas
27 13 .675 4 W3
Dallas
23 16 .590 7.5 W3
Los Angeles
14 25 .359 16.5 W1
Seattle
8 31 .205 22.5 W1

Injured Players

Portland Fire
Player Status Est. Return
Karlie Samuelson G
Day-To-Day 2026-08-30
Carla Leite G
Out 2026-09-17
Frieda Buhner F
Out 2026-09-17
Luisa Geiselsoder C
Out 2027-05-01
Sarah Ashlee Barker G
Out 2027-05-01
Phoenix Mercury
Player Status Est. Return
Kahleah Copper G
Out 2026-09-17
Kelsey Plum G
Out 2026-09-17
VA
Valeriane Ayayi F
Out 2026-09-17
Kyara Linskens C
Out 2026-09-17
JN
Jovana Nogic G
Out 2027-05-01

Frequently Asked Questions

What channel is the Phoenix Mercury vs Portland Fire game on?
The WNBA matchup between the Phoenix Mercury and Portland Fire will be broadcast on Arizona's Family 3TV, and available to stream on Fox 12 Plus, Merc+. Check your local listings, as regional blackouts may apply.
What time does the WNBA game start?
The Phoenix Mercury take on the Portland Fire on Thu, September 17th at 10:00 PM EDT. Start times are shown in your local time zone and may shift slightly for weather or broadcast scheduling.
Where is the game being played?
This WNBA game is being played at Moda Center in Portland, OR. You can find venue details, surface type, and live weather conditions in the matchup info section above.
Who is favored to win, Phoenix Mercury or Portland Fire?
Based on ESPN's Matchup Predictor, the Phoenix Mercury are favored with a 58% win probability. This is a statistical projection based on team performance, recent form, and matchup history, not a guaranteed outcome.
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