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How Phoenix Avoided A Sweep Against An East Team

The Phoenix Mercury had a nice 2017 season, and they finished that period with a record of 18-16. They had some competitive season series, and they picked up a victory over an Eastern Conference team.

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Why Phoenix's Passing Was A Positive In 2003

The Phoenix Mercury were trying to navigate a challenging period in 2003. They finished the season with a record of 8-26, which was their worst record until the 2012 season.

Indiana Fever News / TheSheGotGame / February 27

Sophie Cunningham Reveals Why She Loves 'Generational Player' Caitlin Clark

Even the fiercest athletes can be completely different off the court, and Sophie Cunningham recently confirmed that Caitlin Clark is an example of such an athlete.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 27

Looking At Dena Head's Time With The Mercury

The Phoenix Mercury have contributed to the WNBA's history, and they continue to do so. They have had great players over the years, and some of them started their careers elsewhere.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 27

Mercury Have Battles With East Teams, Make The Playoffs

The Phoenix Mercury had competitive series against their conference rivals, and some of them ended in a tie. The Mercury also lost some of those series, and they also beat a rising team that went on to reach the WNBA Finals that year.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 27

How The Mercury Will Be Honored In The Near Future

The Phoenix Mercury and the Phoenix Suns have represented the city over the years, and they have achieved some success. The Mercury have won three championships, and the Suns have not won one, but they reached the NBA Finals in 2021.

WNBA News / Swish Appeal / February 27

Everything at stake on the final day of the 2026 Unrivaled regular season

The 2026 Unrivaled regular season concludes with a four-game Friday featuring two sessions. First up, Hive and Lunar Owls meet at 1 p.m. ET, followed by Mist and Vinyl at 2 p.m.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 27

Why Mercury's Bonner Has A Special Place In SEC History

The SEC features some strong teams, and some of the WNBA's best players came out of that conference. Some of those players have Phoenix Mercury ties, and over the years, a couple of those players won SEC Player of the Year.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / February 27

Angel Reese Sends Message to Lexie Hull After Development Outside WNBA

Indiana Fever star Lexie Hull and Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky are competitors in the WNBA. The Fever and the Sky own the fiercest rivalry in the league right now, and there are always fireworks on the court whenever these two teams face off.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 27

Phoenix's Scoring Leads To Deep Playoff Run

The Phoenix Mercury went on a deep playoff run last year, and they faced some tough opponents. Their playoff journey started with a series against the New York Liberty, and they beat the 2024 champions 2-1.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / February 26

WNBA Superstar Paige Bueckers Sees Crossover Into Baseball Trading Cards

Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers has recently achieved household-name status to a new level. Again, it has little to do with women's basketball. Instead, Bueckers is now part of a several-decade phenomenon in the evolution of the sports card industry.

New York Liberty News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Breanna Stewart Announces Historic News on Thursday

Breanna Stewart has built one of the most impressive resumes in women's basketball, and now she's taking that same energy into the business world. The New York Liberty forward is a three-time WNBA champion, a two-time Finals MVP and a two-time league MVP.

Las Vegas Aces News / Bleacher Report / February 26

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WNBA Star Sophie Cunningham Reveals Truth About Caitlin Clark's Personality

Caitlin Clark has made waves in the WNBA ever since she made her rookie debut in 2024. After two seasons, the Indiana Fever guard has become a household name, starting down the path of astronomical success.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / February 26

Analyst Believes Dallas Wings' Choice For No. 1 Pick is Clear

The Dallas Wings could take a risk with the No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA Draft. Many are pinning UConn guard Azzi Fudd to the Wings with the top selection, but the team could also take a shot on a young prospect in Spanish forward Awa Fam, who projects to be one of the top frontcourt players in the game when she is fully developed.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 26

How The Mercury Found Talent In The Big Ten

The Phoenix Mercury have found talent from all over the world, and some of them came from the most competitive conferences. They have added players from the ACC, the Big East and several others.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 26

How Trisha Fallon Impacted The Mercury's Season

The Phoenix Mercury have added talented players over the years, and some of them joined the team at a crucial time. The Mercury were a great team in their early years, and after the 2000 season, things began to change.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / February 26

Sophie Cunningham Makes 'Inappropriate' Admission When Asked About Caitlin Clark

There's a world where Sophie Cunningham and Caitlin Clark both aren't on the Indiana Fever once the 2026 WNBA season arrives. Clark will remain with the Fever, as she's still under her rookie contract with the team.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Indiana Fever Guard Caitlin Clark Makes Off-Court Move During WNBA Offseason

Caitlin Clark has endured a mixed start to her WNBA career. The No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft immediately lived up to the hype, leading the Indiana Fever as a rookie with 19.2 points, 8.4 assists and 5.7 rebounds per game.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 26

How The Mercury Beat Sabally's Old Team

Satou Sabally was one of the Phoenix Mercury's biggest additions in 2025, and she had an excellent season. She was the team's leading scorer in both the regular season and the playoffs, and she helped the team reach the WNBA Finals.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / February 25

Aces: Chelsea Gray & Dana Evans Share Their Personal Behind The Scenes Struggles

Chelsea Gray and Dana Evans were featured in the first episode of The Group Chat, sponsored by Sephora. The show uses a podcast-style format, with Unrivaled players answering questions and sharing behind-the-scenes stories.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / February 25

Las Vegas Aces: Helps Kids Unlock Their Inner Scientist By Hosting STEAM Clinic

The Las Vegas Aces continue to show up for the community, supporting people across the city, including those experiencing homelessness, people with disabilities and local youth.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / February 24

Report: WNBA sets target date for CBA to not impact season

The WNBA must have a new collective bargaining agreement in place by March 10 in order for the negotiations to avoid impacting the 2026 schedule, ESPN and the New York Post reported Monday.

Union: WNBA generated enough profit for revenue sharing

Report: WNBA’s Fire to add ex-sportswriter in front office role

WNBA: Caitlin Clark reacts to former teammate’s personal news

Clark shares historic news

Two-time WNBA champion Kara Braxton dies in car crash

WNBA News / Field Level Media / February 23

Union: WNBA generated enough profit for revenue sharing

According to the Women's National Basketball Players Association, the WNBA reached a revenue benchmark to trigger revenue sharing with its players for the first time.