Toronto Tempo vs Phoenix Mercury Prediction, Picks & Odds | 29 Aug 2026
WNBA Betting Preview: Toronto Tempo vs Phoenix Mercury
The Toronto Tempo battle the Phoenix Mercury at Mortgage Matchup Center, with tip-off scheduled for 22:00 on Saturday, August 29.
We wouldn’t be surprised to see the Tempo triumph and it makes sense to take +9.5 on the spread at -118 when they go up against the Mercury.
Toronto Tempo were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road at Michelob Ultra Arena. Las Vegas Aces claimed a 93-73 win.
Phoenix Mercury were beaten 80-73 at Mortgage Matchup Center in their last game, being turned over at home to Washington Mystics.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Mercury triumphed 89-80 when they last played the Tempo. This head-to-head was played at Coca-Cola Coliseum.
| WNBA | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
10
Mercury
|
16 | 28 | 3712 | 3854 | -142 | 7-15 | 9-13 | 1L |
13
Tempo
|
11 | 33 | 3769 | 4152 | -383 | 7-15 | 4-18 | 8L |
Toronto Tempo vs Phoenix Mercury Prediction & Picks
We’ve lined up expert Toronto Tempo vs Phoenix Mercury betting tips, from our match prediction and correct score call to player prop picks and best bet builder advice. Read on for the full breakdown.
Game Prediction
We’re expecting a spirited performance from Tempo which leads us to backing them against the spread for this WNBA contest. The underdogs should be able to cover the +9.5 line where -118 can be found.
Incoming team news often impacts the betting lines and odds in significant ways. Our handicappers factor this in alongside recent form, while key stats are also carefully weighed to strengthen each basketball prediction.
Key Tempo vs Mercury stats:
Tempo +9.5 Probability
According to the latest odds, our pick has a 54.1% chance of delivering a return. However, our analysts in-depth research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this WNBA bet.
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Player Prop Picks
Isabelle Harrison (Tempo) can be wagered to total Over 14.5 points at -111. We are happy to back Overs when it comes to her Player Points, with the line making plenty of appeal.
Latest Isabelle Harrison Player Prop Odds
Kiki Rice (Tempo) can be backed to total Over 4.5 assists at -145. There’s an opportunity to enjoy a Player Assists bet that she is able to cover an appealing line.
Latest Kiki Rice Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Pick
Our same game parlay pick is Tempo +9.5 on the spread, Over 176.5 and Isabelle Harrison (Tempo) to score Over 14.5 points.
A same game parlay is a fantastic way of cheering on different selections within the same basketball game. You can predict a number of outcomes and get bigger odds than a single bet. The odds can combine to great effect.
Correct Score Prediction
88
-
94
Mercury
The Mercury might be able to claim a win and we’re siding with a 94-88 scoreline in their favor. A small stake can provide a big return and there are tasty odds available.
Toronto Tempo vs Phoenix Mercury Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The latest Moneyline betting odds give Phoenix Mercury a 82% chance of winning this WNBA game which means they’re overwhelming -455 favorites with the sportsbooks. Toronto Tempo are trading at bigger odds than their opponents and they can be backed at +330.
The current spread is 9.5 and the total points line is 172.5. Having a bet on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball wagers. There’s an opportunity to bet Over 172.5 at -112.
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Kahleah Copper is the market leader to land the most baskets. She is priced at -105 to score Over 21.5 points. Alternatively, you can back Under at -123.
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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Toronto Tempo Stats
Phoenix Mercury Stats
- 1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 games
- 0 wins and 10 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
- +9.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road
- -9.5 Betting Line: Have not covered the spread in any of the last 10 games
- -9.5 Betting Line at Home: Have not covered the spread in any of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 176.90 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 179.50 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 176.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
- Over 176.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 83.50 pts and allowed 93.40 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 83.90 pts and allowed 95.60 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 176.10 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 169.60 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 176.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
- Over 176.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 85.20 pts and allowed 90.90 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 82.40 pts and allowed 87.20 pts in the last 10 home games
WNBA Table Select Season
| Team | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1
Lynx
|
33 | 11 | 3997 | 3681 | 316 | 15-7 | 18-4 | 1W |
2
Valkyries
|
32 | 12 | 3615 | 3305 | 310 | 17-5 | 15-7 | 1W |
3
Aces
|
31 | 13 | 4025 | 3776 | 249 | 15-7 | 16-6 | 7W |
4
Dream
|
30 | 14 | 4019 | 3717 | 302 | 15-7 | 15-7 | 5W |
5
Mystics
|
28 | 16 | 3696 | 3640 | 56 | 15-7 | 13-9 | 4W |
6
Fever
|
28 | 16 | 4222 | 3979 | 243 | 15-7 | 13-9 | 1L |
7
Wings
|
27 | 17 | 3933 | 3751 | 182 | 16-6 | 11-11 | 1W |
8
Liberty
|
26 | 18 | 3941 | 3802 | 139 | 14-8 | 12-10 | 2L |
9
Fire
|
17 | 27 | 3794 | 4005 | -211 | 9-13 | 8-14 | 1W |
|
10
Mercury
|
16 | 28 | 3712 | 3854 | -142 | 7-15 | 9-13 | 1L |
11
Sky
|
16 | 28 | 3818 | 3989 | -171 | 11-11 | 5-17 | 1L |
12
Sparks
|
16 | 28 | 3830 | 4018 | -188 | 8-14 | 8-14 | 2L |
|
13
Tempo
|
11 | 33 | 3769 | 4152 | -383 | 7-15 | 4-18 | 8L |
14
Sun
|
11 | 33 | 3470 | 3875 | -405 | 8-14 | 3-19 | 1W |
15
Storm
|
8 | 36 | 3616 | 3913 | -297 | 6-16 | 2-20 | 5L |
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