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2025 WNBA draft lottery gives Wings No. 1 pick, path to Paige Bueckers

The future of the Dallas Wings got brighter after they won the WNBA draft lottery and with it the chance to draft UConn star Paige Bueckers.
21 days ago
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Associated Press

Former Mercury star Cappie Pondexter, WNBA legend Sue Bird make Hall of Fame

WNBA greats Sue Bird, Sylvia Fowles, Cappie Pondexter and Alana Beard headline the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2025 that was announced Friday.
23 days ago
Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi (3) slaps hands with teammates during player introductions prio...
Associated Press

Mercury’s Diana Taurasi taking time with decision on retirement timing

Diana Taurasi is still mulling over her decision whether to play another season in the WNBA or retire.
2 months ago
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Mercury’s Kahleah Copper named to 2024 All-WNBA Second Team

Phoenix Mercury wing Kahleah Copper earned Second Team All-WNBA honors for the 2024 season, her first in the Valley. 
2 months ago
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Anne-Marie Iemmolo

Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner joins Unrivaled 3-on-3 league

Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner has joined Unrivaled, a women's professional three-on-three basketball league. 
2 months ago
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Natasha Cloud named to WNBA All-Defensive Second Team

Phoenix Mercury guard Natasha Cloud has been named to the 2024 WNBA All-Defensive Second Team.
2 months ago
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Diana Taurasi documentary in the works

A documentary of Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi is in the works by Dan Le Batard's media company Meadowlark Media.
2 months ago
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Anne-Marie Iemmolo

Diana Taurasi receives ovation after fouling out in what could be last game

Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi received a standing ovation from fans at the Target Center as she exited Game 2 to conclude what could be the last game of her WNBA career.
2 months ago
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Associated Press

Mercury swept by Lynx, Diana Taurasi potentially plays final game

The Phoenix Mercury were swept by the Minnesota Lynx and their season is over.
2 months ago
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Arizona Sports

Mercury mount 23-point comeback, Lynx pull away late for Game 1 win in WNBA playoffs

The Mercury climbed back from a 23-point deficit to take the lead in Sunday's playoff opener against the Lynx, but Minnesota pulled away in the closing minutes.
3 months ago
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Associated Press

Caitlin Clark wins AP Rookie of the Year; Mercury’s Kahleah Copper makes All-WNBA

A'ja Wilson and Caitlin Clark had record-breaking seasons, putting up stats the WNBA had never seen before en route to winning AP awards.
3 months ago
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Anne-Marie Iemmolo

Diana Taurasi’s potential retirement signals closing chapter for Phoenix Mercury

Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi alluded to her retirement following the team's last regular season home game.
3 months ago
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Video: Diana Taurasi gives heartfelt speech after possible final home game in Phoenix

Diana Taurasi gives a heartfelt speech after possible final home game in Phoenix.
3 months ago
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Arizona Sports

WNBA playoff bracket set, Mercury to visit Lynx on Sunday

The WNBA regular season is over, the playoff bracket is set and the Phoenix Mercury will begin their run on Sunday at the Minnesota Lynx.
3 months ago
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Arizona Sports

Mercury’s Diana Taurasi receives curtain call in what could be final home game

Fans at Footprint Center got their wish, as they chanted for Mercury legend Diana Taurasi to check back in one more time in what could be her final home game.
3 months ago
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‘If this is it …’: Diana Taurasi tribute video released by Mercury ahead of last regular season game

Thursday very well could be Diana Taurasi's last game in front of the Phoenix Mercury home crowd.
3 months ago
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Associated Press

Diana Taurasi hasn’t decided on retirement, but ‘end is near’; Brittney Griner ejected in Mercury win

Diana Taurasi spoke about seeing the end of the road but hasn't committed to retirement yet. She spoke after a Phoenix Mercury win in Los Angeles.
3 months ago
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Brittney Griner, Diana Taurasi help push Mercury past Sky

Brittney Griner scored 26 points, Diana Taurasi added 25 and the Phoenix Mercury held off the Chicago Sky 93-88 on Sunday night.
3 months ago
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Arizona Sports

Sophie Cunningham signs 1-year contract extension with Mercury

The Phoenix Mercury have announced that they have signed guard Sophie Cunningham to a one-year contract extension through the 2025 WNBA season.
3 months ago
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Anne-Marie Iemmolo

Turnover struggles plague Phoenix Mercury in 19-point loss

The Phoenix Mercury's offensive struggles prevailed during the team's loss on Friday against the Connecticut Sun, 88-69.
3 months ago
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Associated Press

Storm hit 12 threes, beat Mercury in blowout fashion

Jewell Loyd scored 20 points and Skylar Diggins-Smith had a double-double as the Seattle Storm beat the Phoenix Mercury.
3 months ago
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) drives past Phoenix Mercury's Celeste Taylor (12) in the sec...
Anne-Marie Iemmolo

Phoenix Mercury sign guard Celeste Taylor to rest-of-season contract

The Phoenix Mercury have signed guard Celeste Taylor to a rest-of-season contract.
3 months ago
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Anne-Marie Iemmolo

Phoenix Mercury sign Australian Olympian Amy Atwell to 7-day contract

The Phoenix Mercury have signed 6-foot guard Amy Atwell to a seven-day contract on Thursday.
3 months ago
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Associated Press

Kahleah Copper scores 28 points, Mercury clinch playoff berth

Kahleah Copper scored 28 points and the Phoenix Mercury clinched a playoff berth with a 74-66 win over the Atlanta Dream on Tuesday night.
3 months ago
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Anne-Marie Iemmolo

Phoenix Mercury guard Natasha Cloud suspended after 7th technical foul

Phoenix Mercury guard Natasha Cloud is suspended for one game after receiving her seventh technical foul on Sunday.
3 months ago
Brittney Griner led Phoenix Mercury scorers in a tough loss to A'ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces o...
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A’ja Wilson’s 41 points too much for Mercury in loss to Aces

A'ja Wilson scored 41 points on 16-of-23 shooting and grabbed 17 rebounds, and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday.
3 months ago
Anne-Marie Iemmolo

Phoenix Mercury sign guard Celeste Taylor to 7-day contract

The Phoenix Mercury have signed guard Celeste Taylor to a seven-day contract, making it her third contract with the team.
3 months ago
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Associated Press

Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner working for one more deep playoff run with Mercury

The combo of Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner are working for one more deep playoff run with the Phoenix Mercury.
3 months ago
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Anne-Marie Iemmolo

Mercury’s Diana Taurasi moves to 4th spot on WNBA all-time assists list

Diana Taurasi now ranks fourth in the WNBA's all-time assists list following her performance during the Phoenix Mercury's game against the New York Liberty.
3 months ago
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Associated Press

Mercury fall to Liberty after Breanna Stewart’s big day

The Phoenix Mercury fell to the New York Liberty on Tuesday night after Liberty's Breanna Stewart dropped 21points.
3 months ago