Mercury Looks to Clinch Playoff Berth Tonight
August 21, 2009 - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Phoenix Mercury News Release
WHAT: The Western Conference-leading Phoenix Mercury can become the first team in the WNBA this season to clinch a playoff berth with a win tonight over the Washington Mystics. A postseason showing would mark the fifth all-time and second in three seasons for the Mercury. Phoenix last appeared in the playoffs in 2007, earning the Valley's first professional basketball championship.
WHO: Phoenix Mercury
Washington Mystics
WHERE: US Airways Center
201 E. Jefferson St.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
WHEN: Friday, Aug. 21
Doors open at 6 p.m.
Tipoff is set for 7 p.m.
INFO: The first 5,000 fans through the doors will receive branded wrist bands in honor of Cappie Pondexter courtesy of Bob and Carole Machiz. Tickets start at just $10.
UP NEXT: Saturday, Aug. 29 vs. Connecticut. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m.
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