In Phoenix, Gwen Jackson will miss the rest of the season: she tore her ACL in practice Friday. Phoenix would have sent a post player to injured reserve in any case to make room for Stepanova, who will enter the lineup July 2 against L.A.

In Houston, unofficial reports have Tina Thompson back in practice, a month after giving birth to her celebrity baby.

Houston face Seattle tonight. The Comets' Canty and Rasmussen are ready for physical play. Seattle coach Donovan is "very upset" after poor rebounding in the Storm's recent road losses; she might change her starting lineup after tonight.