Phoenix Mercury vs Indiana Fever Prediction WNBA Picks 7/12/24

In this article, we will formulate a Phoenix Mercury vs Indiana Fever Prediction for this WNBA Game on Friday, July 12th, at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. To formulate this prediction, we will examine:

-The Mercury’s recent form and recent player performance.

-The Fever’s recent form and recent play performance

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Mercury and Fever.

Disappointing Loss for the Fever

It was a disappointing loss for the Fever on Wednesday. The Fever scored 84 points against the Washington Mystics, but they ended up losing by five points. Caitlin Clark had a strong game putting up 29 points, 13 assists, and five rebounds but the lack of playing any defense as a team really let them down. The Fever are averaging 80.6 points while their defense is giving up 87.2 points per game. The offense is ranked 7th in the league while the pitching is ranked 11th. Kelsey Mitchell is averaging 16.5 points while shooting 43 percent from the field and 39.8 percent from behind the three-point line. Clark is averaging 16.1 points while shooting 39.3 percent from the field. 

Mercury Impressed on Wednesday 

The Mercury sure impressed on Wednesday putting up 100 points against the Dallas Wings. At the end of the first quarter they were down 29-21, but they quickly fought back and dominated the last three quarters. Kahleah Copper put up 32 points, five rebounds, and four assists. The Mercury are averaging 83 points while their defense is giving up 84.9 points per game. The offense is ranked 4th in the league while the defense is ranked 9th. Kahleah Copper is averaging 22.5 points while shooting 44 percent from the field. 

Phoenix Mercury vs Indiana Fever Prediction 

The Mercury put up 100 points against the Wings and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. The Fever are giving up 87.2 points per game and they are going to really struggle to defend here. The Fever are going to find some offensive success, but not enough to keep this game close. The Mercury are going to pull away and they will get the job done. Back the Mercury against the spread. 

Shane Mickle's Pick: Phoenix -2.5