The Phoenix Mercury edged out the New York Liberty 79-73 in a thrilling Game 3, securing their place in the 2025 WNBA semifinals. Despite Breanna Stewart's 30 points for the Liberty, Alyssa Thomas's triple-double (20 points, 11 rebounds, 11 assists) and clutch shots by DeWanna Bonner and Kahleah Copper propelled the Mercury to victory. The Mercury will now face the Minnesota Lynx.

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