What happened: Copper decided it with 2.4 seconds left. Alyssa Thomas set up the final layup.
Why it matters: It banks a home win behind its lead scorer. The final possession gives Mercury a clear closing sequence to reuse.
By the numbers: 31 PTS, 5 REB, go-ahead layup with 2.4 seconds to play.
What to watch: Watch Mercury's next date and whether Copper keeps the closing touches.