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Former Mercury Pick Shines In Debut

The Phoenix Mercury have had many draft picks over the years, and some of them did not play for the team. They were selected by Phoenix, and they either played for another WNBA team, played overseas or pivoted to coaching.

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Caitlin Clark Dominates Search Map Despite Google Trends Noise

Google recently released its annual "Year in Search" lists, which are Google's way of showing what internet search inquiries and trends received the biggest spike in interest throughout the year.

Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / December 10

Connecticut Sun's Lindsay Allen Has Strong Start Overseas in December

Despite the ongoing labor dispute occurring within and around the WNBA this offseason, the Connecticut Sun has been keeping busy on the court in preparation for what could be a stunning transformation during their 2026 campaign.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 10

How Taurasi And Taylor Put Phoenix On The Right Path

The Phoenix Mercury finished the 2004 season with a record of 17-17, and it was the beginning of a turnaround. That season was the first time the Mercury were .500 or better since 2000.

Las Vegas Aces News / Field Level Media / December 10

4-time WNBA MVP A'ja Wilson named AP Female Athlete of Year

Las Vegas Aces star center A'ja Wilson was named the Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year on Wednesday. Wilson, the WNBA's first four-time WNBA MVP, is the second consecutive member of the league to win the award.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 10

How Mercury's Sabally Became A Star

Satou Sabally was drafted in 2020. She was the second pick of that year's draft, and her college teammate, Sabrina Ionescu, was the first pick. Sabally was fresh off an impressive season, as she averaged 16.2 points, 6.9 rebounds, 2.3 assists and a steal.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 10

How Phoenix's Rebuild Led To A Title

The Phoenix Mercury started on a good note in their first season. They finished that season with a record of 16-12, and they reached the playoffs. The Mercury made the playoffs the following year, and they reached the WNBA Finals.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 10

Looking Back At Phoenix's All-Star Game

The Phoenix Mercury were represented in this year's All-Star Game, as Alyssa Thomas played for Team Collier. She was a reserve in that game, while players like Napheesa Collier, Breanna Stewart and Nneka Ogwumike were starters.

Las Vegas Aces News / ESPN / December 10

WNBA star Wilson earns AP Female Athlete of Year

A'ja Wilson stood atop the WNBA again, winning an unprecedented fourth MVP as her Las Vegas Aces earned a third championship in four seasons. For that, she earned The Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year for the first time

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 10

Azzi Fudd might not be the best choice for Dallas Wings' top pick

The Dallas Wings are mulling over their options for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, which includes UConn guard Azzi Fudd. Fudd is a former teammate of Wings guard and reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year Paige Bueckers, but that might not mean she is the right choice to be the top selection in this year's draft.

WNBA News / FirstSportz / December 10

A’ja Wilson Tries to Defuse Angry Fans After TIME Article’s Subtle Dig at Caitlin Clark’s Injuries

Ever since Caitlin Clark has been shining the light on the WNBA, the corresponding impact has spread to all players as the league has grown exponentially.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / December 9

Sophie Cunningham Reacts to Passing Caitlin Clark in Google Search Rankings

Google released its annual "Year in Search" earlier this week, which showed the 10 most-searched athletes in the U.S. Indiana Fever wing Sophie Cunningham came in at No.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 9

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers speaks out on current WNBA CBA negotiations

The WNBA is in the middle of ongoing negotiations with its players for the new Collective Bargaining Agreement. They've already extended the deadline for it twice; first to the end of November, and now to January 9th.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 9

Mercury Draft Future All-Star, Champion in 2009

The Phoenix Mercury were getting ready to make history in the 2009 season. They won the franchise's second championship, and players like Diana Taurasi and Cappie Pondexter led the way.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / December 9

A'ja Wilson comments on wanting children with Bam Adebayo

A'ja Wilson has been racking up hardware all of 2025. Now Wilson is talking about a different kind of future.

Heat search for answers as faster pace hits first real snag

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Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / December 9

Unrivaled Partners With Iconic Bourbon Brand, Impacts Three Connecticut Sun Stars

The esteemed Unrivaled basketball season is approaching quickly, with less than one month left to prepare for the first tipoff. After reaching immense success during its inaugural year in 2024, Unrivaled is entering its second season with a newfound sense of purpose.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / December 9

Caitlin Clark Shares Announcement Amid WNBA Offseason

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark is known by many WNBA fans for what she does on the court. The No. 1 overall draft pick captured the attention of the league in 2024 by breaking records, leading the Fever to the playoffs and winning Rookie of the Year in her first professional season.

Indiana Fever News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 9

Stephen A. Smith and UCLA Coach Embrace ‘Wrestle’ Around Caitlin Clark Debate

Despite the fact that Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark hasn't competed in a WNBA game in close to five months, she's still a central topic of discussion among the women's basketball community on December 9.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 9

How Mercury's Dupree Proved Herself In College

The Phoenix Mercury acquired Candice Dupree before the start of the 2010 season. By that time, the talented forward had established herself, and she was one of the WNBA's most consistent and most durable players.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 9

Why Reserves Like Belinda Snell Helped Phoenix Win

The Phoenix Mercury won a championship in 2007 , and it took a special group of players to make it happen. By that time, the Mercury had their stars, as they drafted Diana Taurasi and Cappie Pondexter.

WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / December 9

A’ja Wilson’s savage mic drop on Cathy Engelbert after Napheesa Collier callout

In what has been a topsy-turvy year for the WNBA, A’ja Wilson came out on top. She won their fourth MVP Award and the Aces won their third WNBA championship in four years.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 9

Why Dallas Wings should pair Paige Bueckers with this top prospect

The Dallas Wings are on the clock with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, where they will look to give Paige Bueckers a co-star to work with for many years to come.

New York Liberty News / New York Liberty on SI / December 8

Liberty's Natasha Cloud Defends Players in CBA Fight

New York Liberty guard Natasha Cloud is using her platform to speak up for the players who often go unheard. As the WNBA and WNBPA continue to negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement, the veteran guard has taken to social media to defend one of the most essential parts in the current CBA: team housing.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / December 7

Sky Star Angel Reese & Paige Bueckers Unite in Marketing Campaign

Reese's sent the sports world buzzing this week after teasing a new collaboration with Oreo, featuring none other than Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers. The early hints first appeared on Instagram, where the candy giant posted a cryptic visual pairing of the iconic orange-and-black- Reese's branding with Oreo's signature blue.

Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / December 7

WNBA Mock Expansion Draft Lists Two Sun Selected by Incoming Franchises

The WNBA is in a fascinating position currently, with its CBA negotiations now extended through the start of 2026 but no clear agreement in site. There is hope of of letting the offseason progress normally until an agreement.