LAS VEGAS, Nev. (Interstat) — The Phoenix Mercury defeated the Chicago Sky 91-83 on Friday night at Michelob Ultra Arena before 11,094 fans.

Phoenix led 23-17 after the first quarter and 45-35 at halftime. Chicago rallied to tie the third quarter 24-24, but the Mercury outscored the Sky 22-24 in the fourth to seal the win.

Alyssa Thomas recorded a double-double with 17 points, 11 rebounds and six assists for Phoenix. Jovana Nogic added 27 points, while Kahleah Copper scored 17 and Natasha Mack contributed 10 points with six rebounds and four blocks.

Rickea Jackson led Chicago with 29 points and six rebounds. Gabriela Jaquez scored 13, and Jacy Sheldon added eight with three assists. Natasha Cloud dished seven assists.

The Sky shot efficiently from the floor and from three-point range, but the Mercury capitalized at the free-throw line. Chicago falls to 2-1, while Phoenix improves to 2-2. The Mercury are next scheduled to host Toronto on Tuesday.