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Mercury unveil Rebel Edition jerseys with alternate court, bring gradient uniforms back to Phoenix

The Phoenix Mercury released new Rebel Edition uniforms on Thursday and a matching home court that's the first of its kind in the WNBA.
7 days ago
Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi (3) hugs Brittney Griner after the team's WNBA basketball game ...
Arizona Sports

Phoenix Mercury release 2024 game broadcast schedule

The Phoenix Mercury on Tuesday announced its 2024 broadcast schedule bolstered by Arizona's Family networks. Here's how to watch on TV.
8 days ago
Caitlin Clark goes No. 1 overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft...
Associated Press

Caitlin Clark taken No. 1 in WNBA draft by Indiana Fever, as expected

Caitlin Clark admitted she was a bit nervous before being chosen with the No. 1 pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft by the Indiana Fever.
9 days ago
Charisma Osborne poses with a Mercury jersey during the WNBA Draft...
Tyler Drake

Phoenix Mercury select Charisma Osborne, Jaz Shelley in 2024 WNBA Draft

The Mercury took UCLA guard Charisma Osborne with the No. 25 pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft before nabbing Nebraska guard Jaz Shelley at No. 29.
9 days ago
WNBA Draft ball...
Associated Press

2024 WNBA Draft features Caitlin Clark, star power; Mercury limited in picks

Caitlin Clark is expected to go first to the Indiana fever in the 2024 WNBA Draft. The Phoenix Mercury don't pick until late.
9 days ago
South Carolina celebrates winning an NCAA Championship...
Associated Press

NCAA women’s title between South Carolina, Iowa was most-watched hoops game in 5 years

South Carolina's victory over Iowa in the women's NCAA championship game had a preliminary audience average of 18.7 million on ABC and ESPN.
16 days ago
Diana Taurasi celebrates...
Vincent DeAngelis

Phoenix Mercury unveil renderings of future practice facility

The Phoenix Mercury revealed renderings for their new state-of-the-art practice facility on Friday.
16 days ago
Caitlin Clark and members of the Iowa women's basketball team celebrate their Final Four win over U...
Associated Press

Caitlin Clark leads Iowa rally for win over UConn in women’s Final Four

Caitlin Clark scored 21 points and made three big 3-pointers in the second half to rally Iowa past Paige Bueckers and UConn, 71-69.
19 days ago
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Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns’ new Player 15 Group HQ gives staff upgraded working space

The Player 15 Group unveiled its headquarters on Thursday, a big-time upgrade of working space for Suns, Mercury and arena staff members.
20 days ago
Brittney Griner, Phoenix Mercury...
Arizona Sports

Brittney Griner re-signs with the Phoenix Mercury

Brittney Griner has re-signed with the Phoenix Mercury, the league announced on Friday.
26 days ago
Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner, Phoenix Mercury...
Damon Allred

Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner named to USA women’s national team training camp roster

Phoenix Mercury standouts Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner were named to the training camp roster for the women's national team.
27 days ago
Caitlin Clark celebrates...
Associated Press

Iowa’s Caitlin Clark is inspiring a younger generation of players

Caitlin Clark's deep range has expanded the scope of possibilities for up-and-coming women's basketball players.
28 days ago
2024 WNBA All-Star Game logo...
Arizona Sports

2024 WNBA All-Star Game in Phoenix to feature Team USA

The 2024 WNBA All-Star Game in Phoenix will feature a matchup of the USA Basketball against a remaining group of All-Stars.
1 month ago
Mat Ishbia and Adam Silver...
Arizona Sports

Adam Silver credits Mat Ishbia for commitments to Suns, Mercury with upcoming All-Star games

The world's biggest basketball stars are coming to Phoenix for the WNBA All-Star Game this summer and the NBA All-Star Game in 2027.
2 months ago
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark...
Associated Press

Iowa star Caitlin Clark declares for 2024 WNBA Draft

Iowa's Caitlin Clark announced Thursday that she will leave the Hawkeyes after this season and enter the WNBA Draft.
2 months ago
Sug Sutton...
Arizona Sports

Phoenix Mercury re-sign Sug Sutton to training camp contract

The Phoenix Mercury re-signed point guard Sug Sutton to a training camp contract on Tuesday coming off her breakout season in 2023.
2 months ago
Natasha Cloud #9 of the Washington Mystics plays against the New York Liberty during Game Two of Ro...
Arizona Sports

Mercury’s commitment was ‘everything’ for new G Natasha Cloud

New Phoenix Mercury guard Natasha Cloud said the franchise's commitment to improving was a driving force in her decision to sign.
2 months ago
Diana Taurasi celebrates...
Tyler Drake

Mercury focused on present and future in twilight of Diana Taurasi’s career

Phoenix Mercury GM Nick U'Ren finds himself in a balancing act as he works to build a sustainable roster around Diana Taurasi.
2 months ago
Arizona Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort chats pregame...
Arizona Sports

Full Arizona Sports’ 2024 Newsmakers Week schedule

Leaders from the Arizona Cardinals, Phoenix Suns, Arizona Diamondbacks, Arizona State Sun Devils and more join Bickley & Marotta.
2 months ago
Former Baylor Bears player Brittney Griner reacts during ceremony to retire her jersey before the g...
David Veenstra

Baylor women’s basketball retires Brittney Griner’s jersey

Baylor retired Brittney Griner's No. 42 on Sunday. In 2012, Griner won the NCAA Championship and led the Bears to a 40-0 record.
2 months ago
Former professional basketball player and current sportscaster, Ann Meyers Drysdale speaks during a...
David Veenstra

Ann Meyers Drysdale named recipient of the 2024 Kobe and Gigi Bryant WNBA Advocacy Award

Ann Meyers Drysdale was named the recipient of the 2024 Kobe and Gigi Bryant WNBA Advocacy Award on Sunday.
2 months ago
Mat Ishbia at a Phoenix Suns game...
Arizona Sports

Mat Ishbia all in on Suns, Mercury, but won’t rule out NFL ‘1 day’

Mat Ishbia's main focus is on the Phoenix Suns and Mercury, though he wouldn't rule out adding another team to his portfolio.
2 months ago
Kahleah Cooper and Sophie Cunningham...
Arizona Sports

ESPN’s Pelton: Mercury trade for Kahleah Copper earns a B- grade

Grades are coming in after the Phoenix Mercury acquired three-time All-Star Kahleah Copper from the Chicago Sky along with Morgan Bertsch.
3 months ago
Kahleah Copper of the Chicago Sky...
Arizona Sports

Mercury trade for All-Star Kahleah Copper, send draft picks and players to Sky

The Phoenix Mercury are trading draft capital and players to the Chicago Sky to acquire 2021 WNBA Finals MVP Kahleah Copper, per reports.
3 months ago
Diana Taurasi #12 of the US National Team looks to shoot close to Karoline Striplin #11 of the Tenn...
David Veenstra

Diana Taurasi to represent Team USA in Olympic Qualifying Tournament

The USA Basketball Women’s National Team announced its roster for the 2024 FIBA Women’s Olympic Qualifying Tournament on Sunday.
3 months ago
Christyn Williams #13 of the UConn Huskies reacts in the first quarter against the Stanford Cardina...
David Veenstra

Phoenix Mercury sign guard Christyn Williams to training camp contract

The Phoenix Mercury signed guard Christyn Williams to a training camp deal. The contract will not count towards the cap until the season begins.
3 months ago
Rebecca Allen dribbles during the first half against the New York Liberty during Game Two of the 20...
David Veenstra

Phoenix Mercury acquire forward Rebecca Allen in sign-and-trade for guard Moriah Jefferson

The Phoenix Mercury acquired Rebecca Allen in a deal with the Connecticut Sun that will send Moriah Jefferson to Connecticut in return. 
3 months ago
Skylar Diggins-Smith...
Associated Press

Ex-Mercury PG Skylar Diggins-Smith signs with Storm as WNBA free agency begins

The New York Liberty signed prized free agent Nneka Ogwumike while Seattle signed Skylar Diggins-Smith as WNBA free agency tipped off.
3 months ago
Natasha Cloud, Mystics...
Arizona Sports

Natasha Cloud leaves Mystics to sign with Mercury

Long-time Washington Mystics guard Natasha Cloud reportedly agreed to join the Phoenix Mercury as the free agency signing period began.
3 months ago
Brittney Griner celebrates...
Associated Press

Baylor set to retire Brittney Griner’s jersey against Texas Tech

Baylor will retire the jersey of former star and current Phoenix Mercury member Brittney Griner on Feb. 18 when the Bears host Texas Tech.
3 months ago