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Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 25

Mercury Win Preseason Game, Struggle In Regular Season

The 2012 season was one of the Phoenix Mercury's lowest points. They finished the season with a record of 7-27, and they played most of the games without key players.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 25

Mercury's 2022 Team Fights For Playoff Spot

The Phoenix Mercury's 2022 season was not one of their best, but they still managed to reach the playoffs. They finished the season with a record of 15-21, and they faced the Las Vegas Aces in the first round.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / November 25

Phoenix Mercury to host one-of-a-kind drone show over Camelback Mountain

When a franchise chooses to reintroduce itself, the method often says as much as the message. The Phoenix Mercury aren’t simply rolling out a new logo; they’re staging a spectacle by throwing a drone show over Phoenix.

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Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 25

How Samantha Prahalis Caught The Attention Of Phoenix

The Phoenix Mercury have drafted many players over the years, and in 2012, they selected Samantha Prahalis in the first round. Prahalis attended Ohio State, and in those four years, she averaged 15.1 points, 6.8 assists.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / November 25

Sophie Cunningham Conveys Why She's Joining Fever Star in New Project B League

There has been a lot of chatter surrounding Project B, which is a new global women's basketball league that's set to launch in the fall of 2026. The league is five-on-five, will feature six 11-player teams, and will take place during the WNBA offseason.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 25

Mercury's Whitcomb Helps Australia In Impressive Run

The 2024 Olympics were an exciting time, and there were several WNBA players involved. Team USA featured a number of stars, as players like A'ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart and others helped the team win gold.

WNBA News / Swish Appeal / November 25

The best-case scenarios for the Dallas Wings, Minnesota Lynx, Seattle Storm, Washington Mystics and Chicago Sky in the 2026 WNBA Draft

With the 2026 WNBA Draft order now finalized, five teams find themselves in position to add key pieces to their rosters. Unlike last year’s draft, which featured a clear-cut top prospect, this class offers a more diverse pool of talent that could address specific team needs.

Indiana Fever News / Larry Brown Sports / November 25

Sophie Cunningham responds to Michael Porter Jr’s claim about 8th graders

Michael Porter Jr. recently made a claim about the WNBA that left a lot of people outraged, but Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham was not at all offended.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / November 25

Phoenix Mercury unveil new uniforms that tie legacy with modernity

PHOENIX — With the unveiling of their new look on Monday, the Phoenix Mercury introduced redesigned uniforms on Tuesday, blending the team’s heritage with modernity.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 25

Why The Mercury's Big Games Helped Them Make The Playoffs

The Phoenix Mercury were coming off a bad year, and they needed to get back on track. The 2024 season was a chance to do that, and after making a few moves, they reached the playoffs.

WNBA News / The Spun / November 25

USA Basketball Is Facing Criticism For Caitlin Clark Graphic Decision

USA Basketball is once again facing some Caitlin Clark-related criticism with it's latest decision ahead of next month's training camp. As the U.S. women's national team begins preparations for the 2028 LA Olympics, Team USA revealed the roster of ladies participating in its inaugural camp being held in Durham, NC Dec.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 25

Mercury's Copper And More To Attend USA's Training Camp

Team USA won gold in the 2024 Olympics, and there were Phoenix Mercury players on the roster. Diana Taurasi was on the team, and she won gold in her final Olympics appearance.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / November 25

Angel Reese's Ex-Teammate Doesn't Hesitate Taking Caitlin Clark Over Sue Bird

Caitlin Clark isn't a traditional point guard. In the past, a point guard's focus was getting the ball to their teammates and making plays that benefited the squad's offense.

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Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 25

Making the case for Wings to pair Paige Bueckers with talented athlete in 2026 Draft

The Dallas Wings officially have the first overall pick for the 2026 WNBA Draft after winning Sunday night's draft lottery, giving them the first pick in back-to-back drafts.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 25

How Mercury's Williams-Strong Made A Franchise List

The Phoenix Mercury have had talented players over the years, and some of them achieved great things during their time with the team. The Mercury have had some All-Stars over the years, and it all began with Jennifer Gillom and Michele Timms.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 25

Former Dallas Wings head coach teams up with Angel Reese for 2026 WNBA season

The WNBA had a coaching shakeup Monday, particularly in the assistant coaching ranks. Former Dallas Wings coach Latricia Trammell now finds herself as part of coach Tyler Marsh's Chicago Sky staff for next season.

Dallas Wings News / Swish Appeal / November 25

Will the Dallas Wings select Awa Fam with the No. 1 pick, and if not, where will her WNBA career begin?

With no clear “best player available” in the 2026 WNBA Draft, Sunday night’s draft lottery, won for the second year in a row by the Dallas Wings, didn’t tell us much about who will be going where.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / November 25

Chicago Sky Receive Fifth Pick in WNBA Draft Lottery

On Nov. 23, the WNBA draft lottery was held. The Chicago Sky had a 5.5% chance to receive the first pick, a 7.6% chance to receive the second pick, and an 86.9% chance to receive the fifth pick.

Indiana Fever News / FirstSportz / November 25

Caitlin Clark’s Omission From Sue Bird’s Team USA National Camp Poster Infuriates Journalist

The last time Team USA battled for supremacy on the international stage, Caitlin Clark was not called upon to represent her country. At the time, they preferred to go with experience and continuity.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / November 25

Indiana Fever Star Leaves the United States Amid WNBA Offseason

Natasha Howard's return to the Indiana Fever in 2025 was certainly memorable. Not only did she propel the team to the Commissioner's Cup championship, but she also helped the team make the playoffs and reach the semifinals in the absence of Caitlin Clark.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / November 24