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Portland Fire W vs Phoenix Mercury W Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 18-09-2026
Sep 1802:00
Match Prediction
Expected score: Portland Fire W 4-5 Phoenix Mercury W
Portland Fire WDrawPhoenix Mercury W
The upcoming NBA W clash on September 18, 2026, features the Portland Fire W facing off against the Phoenix Mercury W. With the stakes high in the latter part of the season, both teams will be eager to improve their standings and demonstrate their offensive capabilities.
Team form
Portland Fire W
Portland Fire W has been showing solid form leading up to this match, winning four of their last five games, which includes home victories against teams like the Connecticut Sun W and a strong away performance against the New York Liberty W. On average, they've scored 81.4 points per game while conceding 77.4, indicating a positive offensive approach. Their recent record, especially at home, will give them confidence to take on the Phoenix Mercury W.
Phoenix Mercury W
Conversely, the Phoenix Mercury W has struggled recently with only one win in their last five outings. Despite scoring an average of 84.6 points per game, they have been equally permeable, conceding an average of 88.8 points. Their losses to teams such as the New York Liberty W and the Atlanta Dream W, alongside their inconsistent performances, leave them with a lot to prove as they head into this encounter.
Head-to-head
There is no available head-to-head data for these teams in recent matchups, which adds an element of uncertainty. However, both teams will likely look to impose their game plans based on their respective recent performances and team dynamics.
Key factors
Key factors in this matchup include Portland's strong recent home form compared to Phoenix's struggles on the road. The portlander's ability to leverage home advantage would be pivotal, especially in a high-scoring environment. Both teams demonstrate offensive potential; however, Portland's defensive fortitude shown in their recent games may give them an edge if they can limit the Mercury's scoring opportunities.
Prediction
Analyses and predictive models favor Phase Ax's performance trends and overall league positioning. Given their more favorable form and home court advantage, the analysis underscores Phoenix Mercury W as likely to secure a win, though this may become a close contest given both teams' offensive outputs, backed by nearly even ratios provided by models.
The prediction suggests an away win for Phoenix Mercury W as they aim to turn around their disappointing run with its back against the wall, capitalizing on its scoring capabilities against Portland's relatively unreliable defense.
Match info
Tournaments:
NBA W(2026)
Venue
Moda Center
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
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Phoenix Mercury W
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Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Minnesota Lynx W | 40 | 31 | 9 | 3652 |
| 2 |  Golden State Valkyries W | 40 | 29 | 11 | 3305 |
| 3 |  Las Vegas Aces W | 40 | 27 | 13 | 3624 |
| 4 |  Dallas Wings W | 40 | 24 | 16 | 3560 |
| 5 |  Portland Fire W | 40 | 16 | 24 | 3463 |
| 6 |  Los Angeles Sparks W | 40 | 15 | 25 | 3494 |
| 7 |  Phoenix Mercury W | 40 | 14 | 26 | 3367 |
| 8 |  Seattle Storm W | 40 | 8 | 32 | 3314 |
| 1 |  Atlanta Dream W | 40 | 26 | 14 | 3632 |
| 2 |  Indiana Fever W | 40 | 26 | 14 | 3880 |
| 3 |  New York Liberty W | 40 | 24 | 16 | 3593 |
| 4 |  Washington Mystics W | 40 | 24 | 16 | 3313 |
| 5 |  Chicago Sky W | 40 | 15 | 25 | 3467 |
| 6 |  Toronto Tempo W | 40 | 11 | 29 | 3450 |
| 7 |  Connecticut Sun W | 40 | 10 | 30 | 3158 |
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