What happened: Phoenix defeated Seattle 93-73 in their WNBA Pride matchup carried on ABC. During the game, the league's official account singled out rookie Flau'jae Johnson, praising her ballhandling on a drive to the basket.
Why it matters: The result pushed Phoenix forward in the standings while Seattle stayed winless at 0-5. Johnson, the only 2026 WNBA first-year player with multiple double-doubles, continues to draw outsized league attention even in a lopsided loss for her side of the matchup.
By the numbers: These teams last met June 4, a tight 72-68 Phoenix win; the rematch was far more decisive at 93-73, a 20-point margin. Seattle is averaging 65.6 points and allowing 82.0 per game across five straight losses, while Phoenix entered the night at 2-3.
What to watch: Seattle, now 0-5, keeps searching for its first win of the season, while Johnson's steady production keeps her among the league's most-watched rookies.