Angel Reese-led Chicago Sky will host Diana Taurasi-led Phoenix Mercury in what promises to be a mouthwatering game on Thursday. The Mercury vs. Sky game is the first of three WNBA games set for the opening day of the season's second half. It will be the first meeting of the season between Phoenix and Chicago.
There’s excitement among fans for the upcoming game, as rookie Angel Reese will be in action. Let's take a closer look at how the hoops fans can catch the action live across different platforms.
When and where is Phoenix Mercury vs Chicago Sky 2024 WNBA game?
The WNBA game between Phoenix Mercury and Chicago Sky will take place on Aug. 15 (Thursday) at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois.
What time is Phoenix Mercury vs Chicago Sky 2024 WNBA game?
The Phoenix Mercury vs Chicago Sky game is slated for tip-off at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT).
Where to watch Phoenix Mercury vs Chicago Sky 2024 WNBA game on TV?
The game between Phoenix and Chicago will be telecast live on Marquee Sports Network and Arizona's Family Sports.
Phoenix Mercury vs Chicago Sky 2024 WNBA game live streaming
Basketball fans will also have the option to live stream the game between the Mercury and Sky on Amazon Prime Video and Mercury Live.
Phoenix Mercury vs Chicago Sky: Season so far
The Phoenix Mercury won 13 out of their 25 games in the first half of the season. Nate Tibbetts' group occupies the sixth position in the league and fourth in the Western Conference. The Mercury has won three of its last five games in the league.
Kahleah Copper has been the best player for Phoenix. The 29-year-old guard averages 23.2 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game and has played all the 25 games for the franchise this season.
On the flipside, the Chicago Sky is ranked eighth in the league and fourth in the Western Conference with a 10-14 record after playing 24 games. Teresa Weatherspoon's team has won two of its last five games in the league.
Angel Reese and Chennedy Carter have been exceptional for Chicago. Rookie Reese averages 13.5 points per game on 40.2% shooting from the field. The former LSU superstar also averages 11.9 rebounds per game and leads the league in double-doubles.
Carter leads Chicago in scoring with 17.2 point per game on 51.8% shooting from the field.
In terms of the overall head-to-head record between Phoenix and Chicago, the two teams have squared off against each other 43 times with the former holding a 25-18 advantage.