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Why The Mercury Struggled In 2002

The Phoenix Mercury made the playoffs in 2000, as they finished the season with a record of 20-12. They played well, but they lost to the Los Angeles Sparks in the first round of the postseason.

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Mercury's Miller Achieves Great Things In College

Cheryl Miller has ties to the Phoenix Mercury, as she was the team's first coach. The Mercury's origins date back to 1997, as they were a part of the WNBA's inaugural season.

Atlanta Dream News / Athlon Sports / February 5

Brittney Griner Announces Personal News After 12th WNBA Season

Brittney Griner and the Atlanta Dream did not finish the 2025 WNBA season as they hoped. After finishing the regular season with a 30-14 record, the Dream earned the No.

Indiana Fever News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / February 5

Candace Parker counters Reggie Miller’s viral Caitlin Clark NBA comparison

Candace Parker offered a more nuanced perspective on how to contextualize Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark’s game following a viral moment involving Reggie Miller during Clark’s recent appearance on NBC’s NBA coverage.

Atlanta Dream News / Athlon Sports / February 5

WNBA Legend Brittney Griner Shares Unrivaled Update

At this point in her career, Brittney Griner has already firmly established herself as one of the greatest players in WNBA history. The 35-year-old veteran just completed his 11th season in the league and her first with the Atlanta Dream.

Connecticut Sun News / Beyond Women's Sports / February 5

Philadelphia: Unrivaled Makes History With Attendance and Marina Mabrey

The Unrivaled tour in Philadelphia was a historic success. This remarkable event not only attracted exceptional attendance but also featured outstanding performances from individual players.

WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 6

Caitlin Clark reacts to Pacers’ blockbuster trade

The Indiana Pacers got into the NBA trade deadline action right before the 3 pm ET cutoff. The Pacers acquired Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac, along with Kobe Brown, in exchange for Bennedict Mathurin, Isaiah Jackson, two first-round picks and one second-round pick.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / February 5

Wings Star Paige Bueckers’ Girlfriend Projected as No. 1 Pick

It's never too early to start getting excited about the WNBA Draft, especially this year's. The Dallas Wings own the No. 1 overall pick in this year's draft once again, the same position it held this past season.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 5

Mercury's Copper Attends Rutgers, Role Changes Over Time

Kahleah Copper is one of the Phoenix Mercury's stars, and she joined the team before the 2024 season. She had an excellent season, and in her second season, she continued to contribute.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 5

Mercury And The Lynx To Battle Once Again

The Phoenix Mercury and the Minnesota Lynx have an extensive history. They have faced each other in the playoffs several times, and in Phoenix's most recent run, the Mercury came out victorious.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 5

Why Phoenix's Bonner Helped Her Team In 2011

The Phoenix Mercury added another playoff appearance to their legacy, as they were a part of the 2011 playoffs. The Mercury finished the regular season with a record of 19-15, and they faced the Seattle Storm and the Minnesota Lynx during that run.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 5

How Phoenix Returned To The Playoffs In 2009

The Phoenix Mercury won their second championship in 2009, and they beat the Indiana Fever to achieve that feat. The Mercury finished that season with a record of 23-11, and Corey Gaines became the second coach to lead the team to a championship.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 5

Mercury Sweep An Eastern Conference Team In 2019

The Phoenix Mercury had some difficulties with Western Conference teams in 2019, but they beat an Eastern Conference team during that time. The Mercury beat the Indiana Fever in the season series, and it was a sweep.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / February 5

Fever Star Caitlin Clark's Exciting Message Ahead of 2026 WNBA Season

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark’s rise to superstardom has been nothing short of phenomenal. This was brought about by her elite talent on the basketball court, which made her one of the biggest prospects to ever enter the WNBA.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 5

How The Mercury's Scoring Got Them Back In The Playoffs

The Phoenix Mercury made some changes in 2024, and the biggest involved a new star. The Mercury acquired Kahleah Copper, and she was a star for the Chicago Sky.

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Mercury's Whitcomb Makes Playoffs, Wins Championships

Sami Whitcomb joined the Phoenix Mercury before the 2025 season, and before that, she played for the Seattle Storm. Whitcomb started her career with the Storm back in 2017, and after spending some years with them, she played for the New York Liberty.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / February 4

Celebrating National Girls and Women in Sports Day

In the heart of Las Vegas on National Girls and Women in Sports Day, we shine a spotlight on the city’s current elite female athletes who are turning local talent into global triumphs, from WNBA dynasties and Olympic podiums to racetracks and beyond.

Minnesota Lynx News / Bleacher Report / February 4

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Paige Bueckers News / Dallas Wings on SI / February 3

Paige Bueckers' Unrivaled Coach Delivers Highest Praise for Dallas Wings Star

Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers has been off to a tremendous start to her Unrivaled career. Nine games in, she's averaging 24.7 PPG, 6.8 APG, and 6.2 RPG while shooting 55.3% from the floor, 44.1% from three, and 89.3% from the free-throw line.

Indiana Fever News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / February 3

Sophie Cunningham Floats Surprising Future as WNBA Commissioner

Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham is among the most critical active players of WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. Cunningham has put Engelbert on blast several times in the past.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / February 3

Reports: WNBA offers no CBA proposal during meeting

Players expecting to receive a proposal from the WNBA about a new collective bargaining agreement walked away from Monday's meeting empty-handed. Meeting for the first time in months, the two sides talked for about three hours at the league's New York offices.