The Phoenix Mercury had a solid 2017 season, and before things got started, they faced a Western Conference rival.
The Phoenix Mercury returned from the WNBA's month-long Olympic break with a rousing win while the Los Angeles Sparks turned in one of their most uneven performances of the season in a decisive loss.
The Phoenix Mercury made the WNBA Finals for the sixth time, and they are one of few teams who have made the Finals five or more times.