Kahleah Copper scored 25 points, Satou Sabally scored 10 of her 17 points after halftime, and the Phoenix Mercury came back to beat the short-handed Golden State Valkyries 98-91

The Mercury had some defensive help from Monique Akoa Makani in the 98-91 win over the Valkyries on Tuesday. SAN FRANCISCO– Monique Akoa Makani might not get the glitz and glamour that her teammates do. However, the Phoenix Mercury rookie has been a constant throughout the entire season.

Veronica Burton makes WNBA history, but her record-setting night isn’t enough as the Valkyries fall to the Mercury.

Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase criticized Mercury guard Monique Akoa Makani for what she described as an intentional kick on Veronica Burton late in Tuesday’s game

There's no denying the Golden State Valkyries fought hard in their 98-91 loss to the Phoenix Mercury. With only eight players available due to Tiffany Hayes and Cecilia Zandalasini's late injury scratches, the remaining Valkyries stepped up and tested the Mercury through the majority of the game.

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The Phoenix Mercury has a loyal fanbase, and those are showing up and are showing out in their team's home games.

In the heat of the matchup, Wilson made WNBA history not once, but twice — and both feats came against her former Team USA teammate and current Dream center, Brittney Griner, who scored 16 points off the bench.

The Mercury’s remaining schedule looks good for a late-season tune-up, but they need to be wary of playoff seeding, too.