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Mercury's Pondexter Helps Team USA Win Gold

Cappie Pondexter was one of the Phoenix Mercury's best players. They drafted her in 2006, and she played with them for the first few seasons of her career.

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Caitlin Clark Missing From Forbes ‘30 Under 30’ List for 1 Clear Reason

Anybody who follows women's basketball understands that Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark is the biggest star in the sport. This has been the case before Clark played her first WNBA game, as her historic college career at the University of Iowa (which included her becoming the NCAA's all-time leading scorer) made her into a household name.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 2

Remembering A Mercury Legend And Her Draft Class

The Phoenix Mercury struggled in 2012, and like before the 2004 season, they received the first pick. The first time around, the Mercury selected Diana Taurasi.

Indiana Fever News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 2

Sophie Cunningham Disagrees That Women and Men Should Be Paid Equally

Sophie Cunningham is perhaps the most polarizing figure in the women's basketball world right now. Not only did she quickly strike a solid friendship with

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / December 2

How WNBA Negotiations Affect Sky

The WNBA's collective bargaining agreement negotiations have taken center stage this winter, with the league and the WNBPA agreeing to a January 9th deadline to reach a new deal.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 2

Why The Mercury Were A Strong Offensive Team In 1997

The Phoenix Mercury started their journey in 1997, as they were one of the WNBA's first teams. They finished that season with a record of 16-12, and they were one of the league's first playoff teams.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / December 2

Aliyah Boston Receives Exciting Honor Once Awarded to Caitlin Clark

The 2025 season was brutal for the Indiana Fever. Key contributors suffered season-ending injuries, including Caitlin Clark (groin), Sydney Colson (torn ACL), Sophie Cunningham (knee), Chloe Bibby (knee), and Damiris Dantas (concussion), decimating the backcourt and bench.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 2

Mercury's Sabally Joins Past Oregon Players

Satou Sabally is one of the Phoenix Mercury's best players. She joined the team earlier this year, as they acquired her in a deal. Sabally played well in her first year with the team, and she helped them reach the WNBA Finals for the sixth time in franchise history.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 2

How Mercury's Smith Added Her Name To A Franchise List

The Phoenix Mercury won their first championship in 2007, and before that season, they added a veteran. The Mercury acquired Tangela Smith, and they did something surprising to make it happen.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 2

What's next for Dallas Wings after WNBA gets CBA extension?

The Dallas Wings and the rest of the WNBA are breathing a sigh of relief after the league and player's association agreed to a six-week extension in negotiations, which expires on Jan.

Indiana Fever News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / December 1

Exclusive: Fever’s Sophie Cunningham reveals her favorite offseason location

Sophie Cunningham likes to work hard but also play harder. While the Indiana Fever guard had to end her season prematurely due to tearing her MCL in August, she is looking forward to the offseason to not only heal from injury but to relax in her favorite place.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / December 1

Report: WNBA offers $1M max base salary plus revenue sharing

The latest proposal made by the WNBA in collective bargaining negotiations with the players' union would guarantee a $1 million base in salary for players on max deals, ESPN reported Monday.

Allisha Gray leads Team USA to 3×3 AmeriCup gold in revenge game vs. Canada

Team USA’s 2025 FIBA 3×3 AmeriCup basketball team found itself in a similar position to where it was a year ago. The squad went up against Team Canada in 2024 and unfortunately couldn’t come out with a win.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 1

Looking At Mercury's Pondexter And Her Draft Class

The Phoenix Mercury drafted Diana Taurasi in 2004, and in her first season, the team finished 17-17. In her second year, the Mercury finished 16-18, and they landed the second pick in the 2006 WNBA Draft.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 1

How Mercury's Thomas And Others Won Player Of The Week

Alyssa Thomas had a big year, and she helped the Phoenix Mercury reach the WNBA Finals. She had a historic year, and during that time, she won two Player of the Week awards.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 1

How Mercury's Bonner Started Her Legacy

DeWanna Bonner was drafted by the Phoenix Mercury in 2009. The Mercury made history two seasons before that, as they won their first championship. Their draft picks of the past helped make that happen.

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Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 1

Mercury Battle Eastern Conference Teams, Prepare For 2008 Season

The Phoenix Mercury missed the playoffs in 2008, which stopped them from repeating. The Mercury won their first championship in 2007, and they did it by beating the Detroit Shock.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / December 1

WNBA, players union extend CBA to new Jan. 9 deadline

The WNBA and WNBA Players Association agreed late Sunday night to extend their collective bargaining agreement until Jan. 9, 2026, and continue negotiations toward a new agreement.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / November 30

Gray and Young USA training camp: Aces stars lead national roster

The Aces continue to shape the future of USA Basketball. Las Vegas guards Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young were named to the 18-player roster for the USA Women’s National Team training camp, which takes place from Dec.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 30

Dallas Wings GM Curt Miller gives hint on Arike Ogunbowale's free agency decision

The Dallas Wings are going into the WNBA's free agency period unsure of whether their star player Arike Ogunbowale will be back. Ogunbowale has been with the Wings since the franchise selected her with the No.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 29

Paige Bueckers will make or break Dallas Wings in free agency

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers is more than just the franchise's point guard. She is the key to the team's entire future. Bueckers has only played one season with the Wings, but general manager Curt Miller explained how her value is far more than who she is on the court.