Local Phoenix businesses, like sports bars and breweries, are seeing huge crowds for team watch parties as the Phoenix Mercury return home for the WNBA Finals.

Alyssa Thomas received four personal fouls in Game 2, including three in the first half. Playing with Thomas in foul trouble wasn’t something the Mercury were used to in the postseason. In the four-game semifinal series against the Minnesota Lynx, Thomas had three total fouls and never had more than one foul called on her.

Created by a former player decades ago, the team’s “Mighty Mercury” chant has long given Phoenix home games an extra oomph.

I probably could have guessed that October would be all about the WNBA. After all, the finals kicked off on October 3 with a head-to-head battle between the Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury. (The Aces are currently ahead with two wins.

Mercury fans don't have to go to Mortgage Matchup Center to see WNBA championship games. Watch at Title 9 Sports Grill, CAZ Sports Bar and more.

The Phoenix Mercury have experienced it all when it comes to drafts. They found stars like Diana Taurasi, Cappie Pondexter and Brittney Griner. They found hidde