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How Mercury's Smith Added Her Name To A Franchise List

The Phoenix Mercury won their first championship in 2007, and before that season, they added a veteran. The Mercury acquired Tangela Smith, and they did something surprising to make it happen.

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Exclusive: Fever’s Sophie Cunningham reveals her favorite offseason location

Sophie Cunningham likes to work hard but also play harder. While the Indiana Fever guard had to end her season prematurely due to tearing her MCL in August, she is looking forward to the offseason to not only heal from injury but to relax in her favorite place.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / December 1

Report: WNBA offers $1M max base salary plus revenue sharing

The latest proposal made by the WNBA in collective bargaining negotiations with the players' union would guarantee a $1 million base in salary for players on max deals, ESPN reported Monday.

Allisha Gray leads Team USA to 3×3 AmeriCup gold in revenge game vs. Canada

Team USA’s 2025 FIBA 3×3 AmeriCup basketball team found itself in a similar position to where it was a year ago. The squad went up against Team Canada in 2024 and unfortunately couldn’t come out with a win.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 1

Looking At Mercury's Pondexter And Her Draft Class

The Phoenix Mercury drafted Diana Taurasi in 2004, and in her first season, the team finished 17-17. In her second year, the Mercury finished 16-18, and they landed the second pick in the 2006 WNBA Draft.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 1

How Mercury's Thomas And Others Won Player Of The Week

Alyssa Thomas had a big year, and she helped the Phoenix Mercury reach the WNBA Finals. She had a historic year, and during that time, she won two Player of the Week awards.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 1

How Mercury's Bonner Started Her Legacy

DeWanna Bonner was drafted by the Phoenix Mercury in 2009. The Mercury made history two seasons before that, as they won their first championship. Their draft picks of the past helped make that happen.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 1

Mercury Battle Eastern Conference Teams, Prepare For 2008 Season

The Phoenix Mercury missed the playoffs in 2008, which stopped them from repeating. The Mercury won their first championship in 2007, and they did it by beating the Detroit Shock.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / December 1

Every Indiana Fever Player's WNBA Offseason Move

There is a lot of excitement around the fact that Indiana Fever superstar guard Caitlin Clark will be returning to a basketball court this month, as she's part of a USA Basketball Women’s National Team training camp that will be taking place in Durham, North Carolina, from December 12 to 14.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 1

Revisiting One Epic Mercury Finals Clash

The Phoenix Mercury and the Seattle Storm have had battles over the years . They have faced each other several times, and this year, the season series between these two teams ended in a tie.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 1

How Mercury Legends Continue to Support Phoenix

The Phoenix Suns are 12-9 this season after losing to the Denver Nuggets. The Nuggets beat them 130-112, despite multiple players having great performances.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 1

How Mercury's Becenti Made History, Paved The Way For Others

The Phoenix Mercury have been around since the WNBA began, and during that time, they added their share of talent. The Mercury added players through allocation and through two drafts.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / December 1

WNBA, players union extend CBA to new Jan. 9 deadline

The WNBA and WNBA Players Association agreed late Sunday night to extend their collective bargaining agreement until Jan. 9, 2026, and continue negotiations toward a new agreement.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / November 30

Gray and Young USA training camp: Aces stars lead national roster

The Aces continue to shape the future of USA Basketball. Las Vegas guards Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young were named to the 18-player roster for the USA Women’s National Team training camp, which takes place from Dec.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 30

Dallas Wings GM Curt Miller gives hint on Arike Ogunbowale's free agency decision

The Dallas Wings are going into the WNBA's free agency period unsure of whether their star player Arike Ogunbowale will be back. Ogunbowale has been with the Wings since the franchise selected her with the No.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 29

Paige Bueckers will make or break Dallas Wings in free agency

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers is more than just the franchise's point guard. She is the key to the team's entire future. Bueckers has only played one season with the Wings, but general manager Curt Miller explained how her value is far more than who she is on the court.

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Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / November 29

Former Mercury guard appears on Sesame Street for Native American Heritage Day

PHOENIX — On Native American Heritage Day, former Arizona State and Phoenix Mercury guard Ryneldi Becenti appeared on Sesame Street to discuss her career and culture.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / November 29

Lexie Hull Pokes Fun at Caitlin Clark About Physical Appearance

When Caitlin Clark was drafted by the Indiana Fever with the No. 1 pick of the 2024 WNBA Draft, there were some questions among her fans about how she'd adapt to this new locker room full of players she'd never competed with before.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / November 28

Candace Parker Notes Why She'd Sit At Caitlin Clark's Theoretical Thanksgiving Table

Indiana Fever fans have a lot to be thankful for right now. After nearly a full decade of consistently being one of the WNBA's worst teams, Indiana advanced all the way to the WNBA Semifinals in 2025 before losing to the eventual champion Las Vegas Aces in a winner-take-all Game 5.

Las Vegas Aces News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / November 28