Phoenix Mercury

Associated Press

Mercury even playoff series against Aces after Taurasi’s dominant night

The Phoenix Mercury had a record-breaking offensive night in their Game 2 victory over the Las Vegas Aces.
3 years ago
Arizona Sports

Mercury C Brittney Griner finishes 2nd in WNBA MVP voting

Jonquel Jones tallied 487 total points in WNBA MVP voting, while Brittney Griner was second with 224 and the only other first-place vote.
3 years ago
Arizona Sports

Phoenix Mercury to face Las Vegas Aces in WNBA semis

Because the Sky upset the Lynx 89-76 in the other second-round matchup Sunday, Phoenix will now face the No. 2 Las Vegas Aces.
3 years ago
Arizona Sports

Diana Taurasi returns, Mercury hold off Storm in OT to reach semifinals

Diana Taurasi made a return from a five-game absence as the Mercury advanced out of the second-round of the WNBA playoffs.
3 years ago
Diana Taurasi #3 of the Phoenix Mercury dribbles during the first half of a game against the New Yo...
Nicholas Hodell

Diana Taurasi ranked greatest player in WNBA history by ESPN panel

Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi is considered the greatest WNBA player of all time, according to an ESPN panel.
3 years ago
Associated Press

Mercury hold on in thriller vs. Liberty, advance in WNBA playoffs

The Phoenix Mercury were able to survive without Diana Taurasi in a single-elimination playoff game against the New York Liberty.
3 years ago
Phoenix guard Diana Taurasi (3) calls out the play during the WNBA game between the Phoenix Mercury...
Kellan Olson

Diana Taurasi out for Mercury’s single-elimination playoff game vs. Liberty

Diana Taurasi is out for the Mercury's single-elimination playoff game against the New York Liberty on Thursday due to a left ankle injury.
3 years ago
(L-R) Brianna Turner #21, Diana Taurasi #3, Sophie Cunningham #9, Brittney Griner #42 and Skylar Di...
Kellan Olson

Mercury head into playoffs as favorites vs. Liberty in win-or-go-home opener

The Phoenix Mercury start their playoff journey with a win-or-go-home opening round matchup against the New York Liberty on Thursday.
3 years ago
Shey Peddy #5 of the Phoenix Mercury.  (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)...
Associated Press

Mercury fall to Aces in season finale, secure 5-seed in WNBA playoffs

The Phoenix Mercury lost the season finale to the Las Vegas Aces and will now prepare for the WNBA playoffs as the 5-seed.
3 years ago
Associated Press

Griner scores 26 points in Mercury’s loss to Storm

The Phoenix Mercury are locked into the fifth seed of the WNBA playoffs after a loss to the Seattle Storm on Friday night.
3 years ago
Arizona Sports

Mercury’s Brittney Griner takes home 5th player of the week honor

The Phoenix Mercury's streak of one of their players earning the WNBA Western Conference Player of the Week reached five on Monday.
3 years ago
Skylar Diggins-Smith #4 of the Phoenix Mercury. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)...
Associated Press

Phoenix Mercury’s 10-game win streak snapped by Connecticut Sun

Phoenix Mercury fall to fifth place in the WNBA standings after a loss to the Connecticut Sun on Saturday.
3 years ago
Associated Press

Mercury win 10th straight on Peddy’s 3 late free throws

Shey Peddy made three free throws with 3.8 seconds left and the short-handed Phoenix Mercury rallied to beat the Atlanta Dream 76-75 on Wednesday night for their 10th straight victory.
3 years ago
Brittney Griner #42 of the Phoenix Mercury during the first half of the WNBA game at the Footprint ...
Arizona Sports

Mercury without Brittney Griner, Diana Taurasi vs. Dream

Brittney Griner is not with the Mercury, and guard Diana Taurasi was doubtful before being ruled out for a Wednesday game against the Dream.
3 years ago
Brittney Griner #42 of the Phoenix Mercury is seen during the game against the Indiana Fever at Ind...
Associated Press

Mercury hold off the Fever’s 4th quarter rally, win 9th straight game

The Phoenix Mercury were able to hold off a fourth quarter flurry from the Indiana Fever to extend the winning streak to nine games.
3 years ago
PHOENIX, ARIZONA - AUGUST 31: Diana Taurasi #3 of the Phoenix Mercury waves to fans before the WNBA...
Alex Weiner

Diana Taurasi among 3 Mercury named top-25 players in WNBA history

To celebrate its 25th-year anniversary, the WNBA named the 25 greatest players in league history, which includes Diana Taurasi.
3 years ago
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Associated Press

Griner scores 22, hits rare 3 in Phoenix Mercury’s 8th straight win

Brittney Griner scored 22 points, Skylar Diggins-Smith and Kia Nurse each added 14 for Phoenix to beat the Indiana Fever.
3 years ago
Brittney Griner #42 of the Phoenix Mercury during the first half of the WNBA game at the Footprint ...
Sam Graveline

Griner: Olympic break helped ‘rejuvenate’ Mercury ahead of winning streak

Mercury center Brittney Griner met with the media Friday and talked about how the Olympic break has helped them win seven straight games.
3 years ago
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Arizona Sports

Suns, Mercury to provide open captioning at Footprint Center

The Phoenix Suns and Mercury will offer open captioning at the teams' home games at Footprint Center, according to a release.
3 years ago
(L-R) Brianna Turner #21, Diana Taurasi #3, Sophie Cunningham #9, Brittney Griner #42 and Skylar Di...
Associated Press

Phoenix Mercury clinch playoff berth, beat Sky

Skylar Diggins-Smith had 20 points, eight rebounds and 10 assists to help the Phoenix Mercury beat the Chicago Sky.
3 years ago
Phoenix guard Skylar Diggins-Smith (4) claps after a defensive stop during the WNBA game between th...
Sam Graveline

Mercury’s Diggins-Smith named Western Conference Player of the Week

After scoring 27 points in both Mercury wins, Skylar Diggins-Smith was named the WNBA's Western Conference Player of the Week.
3 years ago
Skylar Diggins-Smith #4 of the Phoenix Mercury handles the ball against Erica Wheeler #17 of the Lo...
Associated Press

Skylar Diggins-Smith scores 27, helps Mercury beat Liberty

Skylar Diggins-Smith scored 27 points and Diana Taurasi added 19 to help the short-handed Phoenix Mercury beat the New York Liberty.
3 years ago
COLLEGE PARK, GA  AUGUST 21: Phoenix center Brittney Griner (42) drives to the basket during the WN...
Nicholas Hodell

Mercury center Brittney Griner out of Friday’s game with ankle injury

Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner has been ruled out of Friday night's game against the New York Liberty.
3 years ago
Diana Taurasi #3 of the Phoenix Mercury dribbles against Kylee Shook #24 of the New York Liberty du...
Nicholas Hodell

Phoenix Mercury seek to build upon post-Olympics winning streak

The Phoenix Mercury struggled before the Tokyo Olympics, but have put together a five-game winning streak after the WNBA's break.
3 years ago
Brittney Griner #42 of the Phoenix Mercury drives to the basket as Natasha Howard #6 of the New Yor...
Associated Press

Brittney Griner throws down 3rd dunk of season in Mercury win over Liberty

Brittney Griner had 26 points -- including her third dunk of the season -- in the Mercury's 106-79 win over the Liberty on Wednesday night.
3 years ago
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Mercury star Diana Taurasi’s ‘GOAT Vision’ LeBron 18 shoes drop Friday

If you still don't believe Diana Taurasi is the GOAT, you can take notes for consideration by looking at the details of her next shoes.
3 years ago
COLLEGE PARK, GA  AUGUST 21: Phoenix center Brittney Griner (42) drives to the basket during the WN...
Sam Graveline

Mercury’s Brittney Griner named Western Conference Player of the Week

Following a dominant week on the court, Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner has been named the WNBA Western Conference Player of the Week.
3 years ago
Phoenix guard Diana Taurasi (3) calls out the play during the WNBA game between the Phoenix Mercury...
Arizona Sports

Diana Taurasi becomes 1st WNBA player with 9,000 points, 2,000 assists

During the Mercury's win over the Atlanta Dream Saturday, Diana Taurasi became the first WNBA player with 9,000 points and 2,000 assists.
3 years ago
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Associated Press

Brittney Griner’s 30 points, 12 rebounds lead Mercury past Mystics

Brittney Griner had 30 points, 12 rebounds and five assists to help the Phoenix Mercury beat the Washington Mystics 77-64 on Thursday night.
3 years ago
(L-R) Brianna Turner #21, Diana Taurasi #3, Sophie Cunningham #9, Brittney Griner #42 and Skylar Di...
Associated Press

Griner, Taurasi combine for 47 points as Mercury beat Fever

Brittney Griner had 25 points, Diana Taurasi scored 22 points and the Phoenix Mercury held off the Indiana Fever 84-80 on Tuesday night.
3 years ago