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Why Sami Whitcomb Was Key To Mercury's Success

Sami Whitcomb joined the Phoenix Mercury before the 2025 season, and when she stepped on the court, she made an impact. She averaged 9.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.5 assists during the regular season, and she played 43 games.

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Athletes Unlimited Finalizes Roster, Coaches Ahead of New Season

Make room on Broadway. Athletes Unlimited is returning to Nashville on Feb. 4 for another year of action. Ahead of tip-off, the league announced its full roster of players and coaches on Thursday, Jan.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 15

Mercury Keep Winning, Beat Another East Team In 2020

The Phoenix Mercury played well during 2020, and while the Seattle Storm gave them trouble, there were teams they beat in their season series. The Mercury beat the Washington Mystics , and during that time, they defeated another Eastern Conference team.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / January 15

Indiana Fever face big decisions once WNBA CBA is done

The WNBA CBA negotiations have hijacked the offseason, with league business put on pause until a new deal is done. However, once the ink is dry, the floodgates will open, and the Indiana Fever will face a bevy of big decisions.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 15

Why The Mercury Made Lineup Changes In 2005

The Phoenix Mercury drafted Diana Taurasi in 2004, and before that, they brought in Penny Taylor. Taylor was playing for the Cleveland Rockers, but after the 2003 season, the team folded.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 15

Looking At Phoenix's Early First-Round Picks

The Phoenix Mercury's origins date back to 1997. The WNBA had eight teams during that time, and when it came to the Western Conference, the Mercury played alongside the Los Angeles Sparks, the Sacramento Monarchs and the Utah Starzz.

Chicago Sky News / Larry Brown Sports / January 15

Kamilla Cardoso gets dwarfed by 7-foot-5 player in China

Kamilla Cardoso is by no means a small human being. She stands 6-foot-7, much taller than the average in any country. But in China, the Chicago Sky star

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 15

Why 'Paul Ball' and Phoenix's Shooting Led To A Championship

The Phoenix Mercury struggled for a few seasons, as they finished the 2001 season with a record of 13-19. They regressed even more in 2002, as they had a record of 11-21.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / January 15

Paige Bueckers part of why WNBA lockout could take place

Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers is a big part of the WNBA's growth over the past couple of seasons, which has also led to this impending lockout as the owners and player's association negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / January 15

Fever Announce Stephanie White's Move Amid WNBA Offseason

Stephanie White had a memorable first season with the Indiana Fever. The former WNBA Coach of the Year joined the Fever in the offseason after two years as the Connecticut Sun’s head coach.

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / January 15

WNBA Reacts to Angel Reese's Career News

Chicago Sky star Angel Reese had another historic year in the WNBA. She averaged 14.7 points, a league-high 12.6 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.5 steals in the 2025 season.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 15

Why Mercury's Sabally Is An Exceptional Scorer

Satou Sabally is one of the Phoenix Mercury's stars, and they acquired her in a big deal. That deal also brought in Alyssa Thomas, and she had a spectacular season.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 15

Mercury's Bonner Starts Career On A Good Note

DeWanna Bonner returned to the Phoenix Mercury during the 2025 season, and she played a role in their playoff run. She averaged 10.9 points, 4.3 rebounds and an assist in her 24 games with the Mercury.

WNBA News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / January 15

Angel Reese, A’ja Wilson to star in Stephen Curry’s ‘GOAT’ film

Angel Reese and A’ja Wilson will be adding actresses to their already impressive WNBA resumes after Stephen Curry has added them to the cast of his upcoming film, GOAT.

WNBA News / Beyond Women's Sports / January 14

Breeze Falls Short Against The Rose In Unrivaled Basketball

All things considered, the Breeze have shown that they can compete in Unrivaled Basketball with the 2-0 start, However, they faced their biggest test on Sunday night in Miami against the defending champions in the Rose.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / January 14

Sky Duo's Unrivaled Season Off to Rough Start

New week, same old stuff. It was a lackluster week for the Lunar Owls, who feature Chicago Sky guards Rachel Banham and Rebecca Allen, as they moved to 0-3 on the year and are now tied with the Hive for last place in the Unrivaled standings.

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Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / January 14

Aliyah Boston’s latest comment adds intrigue to Kelsey Mitchell’s free agency

While there are plenty of appealing free agents for the Indiana Fever to pursue this offseason (once the league office and its players finally agree to a new Collective Bargaining Agreement), most would agree that Indiana's priority should be re-signing Kelsey Mitchell.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 14

How The Mercury Survived Overtime Games In 2003

The Phoenix Mercury struggled in 2003, and before they finished 7-27 in 2012, that was their worst year. Phoenix finished the season with a record of 8-26, and that period started with a two-game losing streak.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 14

Mercury Fall To Western Conference Rival In 2020

The Phoenix Mercury finished the 2020 season with a record of 13-9. They started the season with a loss to the Los Angeles Sparks, and they lost another game, as the Indiana Fever beat them 106-100.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / January 14

When Dallas Wings, rest of WNBA can expect new collective bargaining agreement

The Dallas Wings and the other 14 teams in the WNBA are on the sidelines waiting for a new collective bargaining agreement to be consummated. The league is facing an important decision in the coming weeks as they look towards paving the future of the league.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / January 14

Sky's Angel Reese Joins Animated Film Amid Busy Offseason

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese has remained a constant presence this offseason, continuing to expand her reach beyond the basketball court. In addition to her upcoming speaking appearance at Barbie Dream Fest on March 28th, Reese is set to appear in the upcoming animated feature film GOAT, further cementing her growing footprint in entertainment.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / January 12

Reports: WNBA, WNBPA agree to moratorium on league business

The WNBA and Women's National Basketball Players Association agreed to a moratorium on league business, specifically free agency, according to several reports Monday.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / January 10

Aces Players Look To Take Over Unrivaled League

Chelsea Gray, Jackie Young and Dana Evans all play for the Las Vegas Aces but in the offseason they become rivals. All three play for different teams in the Unrivaled League in Miami, Florida.

WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / January 10

WNBA CBA deadline passes without agreement

The WNBA and Women’s National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) failed to reach a new collective bargaining agreement by the Friday, 11:59 p.m. ET deadline, allowing the prior CBA to expire.

Paige Bueckers makes worrisome admission about offseason work

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