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Why Phoenix's Starters Set The Tone In 2007

The Phoenix Mercury made the playoffs in 2007, and it was the first time they made it since 2000. The Mercury went through a dry spell, and they added some talented players in the process.

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Why Phoenix Missed The Playoffs In 2001

Things were starting to change for the Phoenix Mercury. They made the playoffs in 2000 after finishing the season with a record of 20-12, and they faced the Los Angeles Sparks.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 11

Examining Phoenix's 2022 Season Series

The 2022 season was a memorable one, as the Phoenix Mercury fought through obstacles and still made the playoffs. They finished the season with a record of 15-21, and they faced the Las Vegas Aces in the first round.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 11

Mercury's Prahalis Facilitates During College Years

Samantha Prahalis was one of the Phoenix Mercury's draft picks in 2012, and she had a solid rookie season. She averaged 11.6 points, 4.5 assists, 3.2 rebounds and 1.6 steals, and she made the All-Rookie Team.

WNBA News / Swish Appeal / January 11

Mist remains undefeated while Phantom puts hurting on Lunar Owls in Unrivaled

If you wanted close games, one of Unrivaled’s Saturday matches delivered, while the other didn’t. Phantom blew out the Lunar Owls 94-60 before Mist-Laces went down to the wire, with Mist winning 83-81.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / January 10

Paige Bueckers starts Unrivaled play 2-0 as Breeze beats Hive

The Unrivaled League just went through night two of action in season two, and now, Paige Bueckers' Breeze BC is one of two teams with a 2-0 record, as she led Breeze to a 73-62 win over Hive BC.

Indiana Fever News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / January 10

Sophie Cunningham reflects on playing with Caitlin Clark, Fever in 2025

With the Indiana Fever led by superstar Caitlin Clark, the team also had some major contributions last season that made it successful, with one player in particular being Sophie Cunningham.

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.

Las Vegas Aces News / Dice City Sports / January 10

Aces: Chelsea Gray Lead The Way In Second Victory Of The Unrivaled Season

Chelsea Gray is a key player for the Las Vegas Aces, who takes her talents to the Unrivaled league each offseason. Following last season, she continues to lead Team Rose.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / January 10

Lexie Hull’s 4-Word WNBA Free Agency Warning Turns Heads

One of many interesting storylines for Indiana Fever fans to follow heading into the 2025 season was what role Lexie Hull would have on the roster. This is because the Fever added DeWanna Bonner, Natasha Howard, and Sophie Cunningham last offseason, all of whom are primarily wing players (although Cunningham is a guard).

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 10

How Phoenix's Shooting Helped Them Make The Playoffs

The Phoenix Mercury's 2024 season was a good year, and they found themselves back in the playoffs after missing them in 2023. The Mercury finished the 2023 season with a record of 9-31, but after bringing in players like Kahleah Copper, and hiring Nate Tibbetts, they turned things around.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 10

Mercury's Bonner Impacts Team's Playoff Run

DeWanna Bonner started her career with the Phoenix Mercury back in 2009, and after playing elsewhere, she returned to where it all started. Bonner signed with the Mercury midway through the 2025 season, and she became their top reserve.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 10

Looking At The Play Of Phoenix's Bench

The Phoenix Mercury reached the WNBA Finals in the 2025 season, and it all started with their wins over the New York Liberty and the Minnesota Lynx. After those series, the Mercury faced the Las Vegas Aces, and the Aces swept them to win their third championship.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / January 10

Sophie Cunningham Signals Strong Desire for Fever Reunion Ahead of Free Agency

Once a new Collective Bargaining Agreement is ratified between the WNBA league office and the players, the focus will turn towards what's sure to be a hectic free agency period.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 10

How Mercury's Taylor Became An All-Star

Penny Taylor is a Phoenix Mercury legend, and she helped them win three championships. She joined them in 2004, as the Mercury picked her in an expansion draft.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 10

Flashback: Mercury's Thomas Has Massive Triple-Double In College

The Phoenix Mercury acquired Alyssa Thomas before the start of the 2025 season, and she ended up having a spectacular season. She nearly averaged a triple-double, as she averaged 15.4 points, 9.2 assists, 8.8 rebounds and 1.6 steals.

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Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 10

Why A Phoenix Reserve Received Recognition In 2020

The Phoenix Mercury have had some talented players, and some of them had longer stints than others. Diana Taurasi was drafted by the team in 2004, and she stayed with the Mercury for her entire career.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 10

How Phoenix Avoided Overtime Games In 2005

The Phoenix Mercury finished the 2005 season with a record of 16-18. They regressed slightly, as they finished the 2004 season with a record of 17-17. Phoenix was still trying to make the playoffs, and the team's first appearance since 2000 would happen in 2007.

Dallas Wings News / Athlon Sports / January 10

Paige Bueckers Draws Attention for What She Did During Unrivaled Game

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers led her Unrivaled team, Breeze BC, to a 73-62 victory against Hive BC on Friday. She even delivered the game-winning shot, as Breeze climbed to 2-0 in the 3-on-3 league.

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

Sabrina Ionescu to sit out Unrivaled season with injury

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WNBA News / Field Level Media / January 10

WNBA says negotiations 'remain ongoing' as CBA expires

The collective bargaining agreement between the WNBA and the Women's National Basketball Players Association officially expired at midnight ET on Friday with the sides reportedly still far apart on key issues.

New York Liberty News / Field Level Media / January 9

WNBA, players won’t extend CBA deadline; ‘status quo’ period expected

The WNBA and the Women's National Basketball Players Association will not extend the previous collective bargaining agreement before Friday's deadline.

New York Liberty News / New York Liberty on SI / January 9

Liberty Star's Absence Highlights Unrivaled's Player-First Model

Sabrina Ionescu has officially been ruled out of potentially joining Unrivaled for the 2026 season. The league confirmed the news in a formal communication sent out on Thursday, stating the New York Liberty star guard will not participate in on-court activities during this Unrivaled campaign.

New York Liberty News / Field Level Media / January 8

Sabrina Ionescu to sit out Unrivaled season with injury

New York Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu will miss the second season of Unrivaled this winter due to an undisclosed injury. Unrivaled, the 3-on-3 women's basketball league founded by WNBA stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, began its new season on Monday.

Dallas Wings News / Yardbarker / January 6