Phoenix Mercury’s defense fades late in narrow defeat vs. Atlanta Dream

ATLANTA — Flashes of the Phoenix Mercury’s defensive identity were present on Sunday, but they were unable to sustain it down the stretch in an 82-80 loss to the Atlanta Dream. May 24, 2026; College Park, Georgia, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Noemie Brochant (1) looks for a pass against Atlanta Dream guard Jordin Canada (3) during the fourth quarter at Gateway Center Arena at College Park.