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How Mercury's Westhead Became A Coach Of The Year Candidate

The Phoenix Mercury won their first championship in 2007 , and it involved a competitive series with the Detroit Shock. They beat the Shock 3-2 after getting wins in Game 2, Game 4 and Game 5.

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Connecticut Sun's Potential Relocation Could Strike Up New Rivalry in Texas

The Connecticut Sun sale is still a work in progress, but recent reports state that a solution could be on the way. According to Alexa Philippou and Ramona Shelburne of ESPN, the Houston Rockets have been in "substantive talks" with the Sun, which might end up going through if the Sun deems the offer acceptable.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 21

How Mercury's Brown And Others Took Over The Big 12

The Big 12 Player of the Year award has been around since 1997, and the first player who won it attended Kansas. Tamecka Dixon won it, and she had a big year.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 21

How Mercury's Thomas Showcased Her Facilitating Skills In College

Alyssa Thomas is one of the WNBA's best players, and this year proved that. Thomas had an excellent season with the Phoenix Mercury, and she became a Most Valuable Player (MVP) candidate.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 21

How Mercury's Pondexter Became A Hall Of Fame Guard

There have been legendary players and coaches in women's basketball, and over the years, those individuals have been honored. Recently, there was a big announcement, as WNBA legends Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne became nominees for the 2026 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 21

How Phoenix Reached The Playoffs In 1997

The Phoenix Mercury began their journey in 1997, as they were one of the WNBA's first teams. They played alongside teams like the Charlotte Sting, the Houston Comets and the Los Angeles Sparks.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 21

Mercury Draft Four Players In 2003

The Phoenix Mercury had a poor 2003 season, as they finished that period with a record of 8-26. The year before that, the Mercury finished the season with a record of 11-21.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 21

Analyst questions Lauren Betts' fit with Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers

The Dallas Wings are keeping a close eye on UCLA center Lauren Betts, who could be the number one overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft. While Betts will be a key member of some WNBA team next season, CBS Sports writer Jack Maloney opined why the Wings wouldn't be that squad.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / December 20

Cameron Brink, Paige Bueckers React as New 6-Foot-6 Teammate Keeps on Dunking

Los Angeles Sparks forward Cameron Brink and Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers may be playing for different teams in the WNBA, but in the 3-on-3 league Unrivaled, they are teammates on the new club, Breeze BC.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / December 20

Indiana Fever Player Involved in Roster Announcement

The Indiana Fever had a total of 18 players suit up for them in 2025 due to injuries. The team was forced to sign players on hardship deals following the injuries to Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham and Sydney Colson, among a few others.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 20

Who is the likeliest player the Dallas Wings could extend?

It's a big offseason across the WNBA. A lot of key players are free agents, as they were prepared for the CBA negotiations (that are still ongoing), and they wanted the ability to cash in on a new contract.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / December 20

Sophie Cunningham Outshines Caitlin Clark in Fever Apparel Challenge

Indiana Fever stars Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham are probably missing each other right about now. These two spent every day together for many months in 2025, once the Fever's preseason training camp began.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / December 20

Sky Star Angel Reese's Barbie Era Comes Full Circle

Chicago Sky star forward Angel Reese is set to take part in Barbie Dream Fest, a three-day fan celebration scheduled for March 27-29th, 2026, at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 20

Mercury Find Game-Changing Player In 2004 Draft

The Phoenix Mercury struck gold in 2004. They finished the 2003 season with a record of 8-26, and later on, they won the lottery. The Mercury received the first pick, and they selected Diana Taurasi .

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 20

Dream Make Debut, Add Championship-Winning Player From Phoenix

Before the Golden State Valkyries entered the league, the Atlanta Dream was the last team to have an expansion draft. They made their debut in 2008, and to prepare for the season, they added talent from other teams.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 20

Why The Mercury Thrived In Overtime Games

The Phoenix Mercury had an excellent 2021 season, and after an impressive playoff run, they reached the WNBA Finals. They defeated the New York Liberty, the Seattle Storm and the Las Vegas Aces to get to that point, and they faced the Chicago Sky in the Finals.

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WNBA News / Connecticut Sun On SI / December 20

Rockets Owner Emerges as Leading Suitor to Purchase, Move Connecticut Sun

Ownership of the Houston Rockets is in substantive talks with the Connecticut Sun over a potential purchase and relocation, per ESPN. The discussions have been described as positive, with Rockets ownership improving its financial offer to a figure that the Sun may find acceptable.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 20

Looking at Mikiah Herbert Harrigan's Season With Phoenix

The Phoenix Mercury were trying to get back into the playoffs in 2024 , and they brought in their share of new players. The most notable name was Kahleah Copper, and they acquired her in a trade with the Chicago Sky.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 20

Past Mercury Players Win Special College Award

The Big Ten Player of the Year is awarded every year, and the first player to win it was Laura Coenen. She won it in 1983, and she attended Minnesota. Then, Anucha Browne won it the next two seasons, and she was playing well for Northwestern.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 20

How Pondexter's Scoring Helped Phoenix Made History

The Phoenix Mercury were back in the playoffs in 2007, and it was the first time they made it since 2000. The Mercury added some new talent, and they helped the team make its way back to the postseason.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / December 19

Report: Rockets owners in talks to buy, relocate WNBA's Sun

Owners of the Houston Rockets are progressing in talks to purchase the Connecticut Sun and relocate the WNBA franchise, ESPN reported Friday. No formal offer has been made, and the two parties have not entered an exclusivity agreement, per the report.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / December 19

Sky Prospect Watch: Two Guards Add to Dominant Week for Top Squads

With college ball now in full swing, the Chicago Sky will need to keep looking forward as they continue to write the latest chapter in Sky history. The Sky started officially laying the foundation for a new era when they took center Kamilla Cardoso at No.

WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / December 19

WNBA pushes back on WNBPA's work stoppage authorization

The WNBA pushed back Thursday against the Women’s National Basketball Players Association after players overwhelmingly voted to authorize a potential work stoppage amid ongoing collective bargaining negotiations.

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WNBA News / Yardbarker / December 19

WNBA moves closer to labor strike following union vote

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The WNBA moved one step closer to its doomsday scenario on Thursday.

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Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 18

Dallas Wings top prospect for WNBA Draft has a red flag

The Dallas Wings are scouting Spanish forward Awa Fam to possibly make her the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA draft. There is a lot to like about Fam's game, but she has a lot to work on as she is only 19 years old.