Indiana Fever beat Phoenix Mercury 86-80 in a hard-fought game. Kelsey Mitchell put up 29 points, leading the offense. Brianna Pili played her first game back, showing determination. She recorded 18 points and five rebounds, bolstering the team's push. It was her 100th career point. The Fever remained in the playoff hunt, maintaining high spirits. Dallas Wings lost New York Liberty. Liz Cambage will join Las Vegas Aces before the Commissioner’s Cup. New York climbed to fourth in the East, boosted by the win. Atlanta Dream won 89-78 over Seattle Storm, rising in the West standings. A’ja Wilson had 22 points. The win moved Atlanta above Seattle in the West, narrowing the gap.