Behind stellar defense late, including some key forced turnovers by Skylar Diggins, the Storm got even with the Mercury in Friday's home opener in Seattle.

Diggins' assists tied Sue Bird’s franchise record. Alyssa Thomas had 18 points and 11 rebounds for the Mercury (2-1) to pass Rebekkah Brunson for 10th on the WNBA's all-time list with her 82nd ...