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Box & Slate — August 2, 2026

Yesterday’s Results

Matchup	Score
Las Vegas Aces @ Chicago Sky	83–84
New York Liberty @ Phoenix Mercury — Liberty win	94–92

Chicago held off Las Vegas by a single point for a gritty home win. In Phoenix, New York needed a late push to escape with a two-point victory over the Mercury.

Today’s Games — Sunday, August 2

Matchup	Tip Time (ET)	Where to Watch
Indiana Fever @ Minnesota Lynx	1:00 PM	ABC
Los Angeles Sparks @ Portland Fire	3:30 PM	NBC, Peacock
Connecticut Sun @ Dallas Wings	7:00 PM	ESPN