The clock is ticking towards the start of the 2025 WNBA playoffs , and the Phoenix Mercury are in the thick of the race. A week prior, the Mercury clinched a playoff spot , as well as home court advantage.

However, the further they get into the playoffs, the more scenarios they don't want to find themselves in.

The Mercury facing the Dream would be the worst scenario

While the 0-3 season series record is concerning, there's more concern beneath the surface. The up-tempo against the slow-paced nature of the Atlanta Dream was in the latter's favor.

Even with explosive guards like Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray, the post-centric offense is one of the more efficient offenses in the league.

Both Howard and Gray are top-5 in 3-pointers made. However, there's an interesting statistic th

See Full Page