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Storm vs Mercury predictions

As the Seattle Storm gear up to face the Phoenix Mercury, all eyes will likely be on Jewell Loyd, who has been consistently lighting up the scoreboard with an impressive 19.7 points per game. Although her status is day-to-day due to a recent niggle, her presence on the court can significantly sway the game in Seattle's favor. Without Ezi Magbegor, who’s sidelined due to an injury, the responsibility will likely fall more heavily on players like Skylar Diggins-Smith. Known for her sharp playmaking skills averaging 6.4 assists per game, Diggins-Smith will need to step up not only in distribution but also in scoring and leadership to fill the void left by Magbegor.

On the flip side, Phoenix will heavily rely on Brittney Griner who comes off a strong 26-point performance. Despite the absence of Kahleah Copper, Phoenix fans will be hopeful Griner can maintain her scoring momentum. Natasha Cloud will also be key in setting the pace and creating opportunities; her 7.0 assists per game indicating her crucial role in Mercury's strategy. The synergy between Griner and Cloud could potentially pose a substantial challenge for Seattle's defense, especially if they manage to exploit the gap left by Magbegor's rebounding prowess.

Considering the current dynamics and the notable performances from both squads' key players, the upcoming contest promises to be tightly contested. However, Seattle’s depth and slightly better track record might just give them the edge over Phoenix. The absence of key players on both sides will definitely be felt, but Seattle's ability to perform under pressure, especially on the road, might tip the scales in their favor in what's expected to be a thrilling encounter.

Phoenix Mercury injuries

• Charisma Osborne (G): Out
• Rebecca Allen (G): Out
• Kahleah Copper (G): Out

Seattle Storm injuries

• Ezi Magbegor (C): Out
• Jewell Loyd (G): Day-To-Day

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