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Caitlin Clark goes No. 1 overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft...
Associated Press

Commissioner: WNBA to begin full-time charter flights this season

The wait for full-time charter flights for WNBA teams finally is over with commissioner Cathy Engelbert announcing the league's plans.
3 days ago
Brittney Griner...
Associated Press

Mercury’s Brittney Griner aims to keep spotlight on detained Americans with new book

Brittney Griner continues her efforts to settle into a normal routine following her release from a Russian prison 17 months ago.
4 days ago
This image released by ABC News shows Robin Roberts, left, during an interview with Brittney Griner...
Associated Press

Phoenix Mercury’s Brittney Griner says she thought about killing herself while in Russian jail

Phoenix Mercury's Brittney Griner says she thought about killing herself during her first few weeks in a Russian jail after her 2022 arrest.
8 days ago
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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.
20 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.
24 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.
24 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.
24 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.
25 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.
1 month 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.
1 month 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.
1 month 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.
1 month 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.
1 month 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.
1 month 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.
1 month 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.
2 months 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.
3 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.
3 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.
3 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.
3 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.
3 months ago