How to live stream Mercury vs Fire: Watch WNBA, TV channel

The Phoenix Mercury and Portland Fire are set to face off in a WNBA regular-season game on Thursday, September 17th, 2026, at the Moda Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:00 PM ET. The Mercury will be cheered on by fans on FOX and KTVK TV, with a live stream available on Fubo.

The Phoenix Mercury returned from their break following the FIBA World Cup, where they defeated the Toronto Tempo 101-69. Key contributors included Noemie Brochant with 15 points, Sami Whitcomb with 14, and Alyssa Thomas with 12 assists in just 22 minutes. In their last matchup against Portland, the Mercury fell short 88-85, falling short by one assist.

Portland Fire, on the other hand, last played on August 30th, losing 86-69 to the Golden State. Megan DiLeo and Emily Engstler each scored 12 points, while Bridget Carleton added 11. Portland struggled from outside the paint, managing only 10 out of 39 three-point attempts. However, their previous win over the Mercury, with Carla Leite scoring 12 points, has given the Fire confidence for this upcoming game.

This matchup promises to be an exciting WNBA contest, and viewers are encouraged to tune in to catch all the action.