Indiana Fever beat Phoenix Mercury 86-80 in a hard-fought game. Kelsey Mitchell dumped 29 points, leading the offense. Brianna Pili took the floor in her first game back, showing renewed energy. She notched 18 points and five rebounds, bolstering the team's push. It was her 100th career point. The Fever remained in the playoff hunt, maintaining hopeful spirits. Dallas Wings fell short against New York Liberty. Liz Cambage will sign with Las Vegas Aces before the Commissioner’s Cup. New York climbed to fourth in the East, boosted by the win. Atlanta Dream scored a victory over 89-78 over Seattle Storm, rising in the West standings. A’ja Wilson had 22 points. The win moved Atlanta above Seattle in the West, narrowing the gap.