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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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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 / NBC Sports / December 1

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Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / December 1

Every Indiana Fever Player's WNBA Offseason Move

There is a lot of excitement around the fact that Indiana Fever superstar guard Caitlin Clark will be returning to a basketball court this month, as she's part of a USA Basketball Women’s National Team training camp that will be taking place in Durham, North Carolina, from December 12 to 14.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 1

Revisiting One Epic Mercury Finals Clash

The Phoenix Mercury and the Seattle Storm have had battles over the years . They have faced each other several times, and this year, the season series between these two teams ended in a tie.

Atlanta Dream News / Swish Appeal / December 1

Allisha Gray’s clutch free throws give Team USA the gold at the 2025 FIBA 3×3 AmeriCup

Courtesy of two clutch free throws from Allisha Gray, the United States reclaimed AmeriCup gold. The American quartet of Gray, Naz Hillmon, Veronica Burton and Shakira Austin defeated Canada 21-19 in the Final of the 2025 FIBA 3×3 AmeriCup.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 1

How Mercury Legends Continue to Support Phoenix

The Phoenix Suns are 12-9 this season after losing to the Denver Nuggets. The Nuggets beat them 130-112, despite multiple players having great performances.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 1

How Mercury's Becenti Made History, Paved The Way For Others

The Phoenix Mercury have been around since the WNBA began, and during that time, they added their share of talent. The Mercury added players through allocation and through two drafts.

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.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 30

Dallas Wings, WNBA could be heading towards lockout

The Dallas Wings and the rest of the league are inching closer to the WNBA's collective bargaining agreement, which could lead to a work stoppage. The WNBA's season doesn't start until May, so there is time to get a deal done.

Los Angeles Sparks News / Los Angeles Sparks on SI / November 30

Sparks Notes: Cameron Brink Joins Unrivaled, Candace Parker Earns Hall of Fame Honor

Los Angeles Sparks' star forward Cameron Brink will play for Unrivaled this winter, per a recent announcement. Brink rejoins Unrivaled in 2026, just a year after initially joining last December, but having to sit out of the league's inaugural season due to injury.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 30

Mercury's Laksa Takes Over, Shows Out In College

Kitija Laksa was one of the Phoenix Mercury's rookies this year, and she had her own journey. She was drafted by the Seattle Storm in 2020, and while she signed a contract with them, she did not suit up for them.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 30

Alyssa Thomas And Past Mercury Players Represent Their College

Alyssa Thomas is one of the Phoenix Mercury's new stars, as they acquired her in a big deal. The Mercury also brought in Satou Sabally, and both of them helped the team go on a deep playoff run.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 30

How Phoenix Won Commissioner's Cup Games

The Phoenix Mercury experienced success early on this season, and they did it with a mixture of wins over Eastern Conference and Western Conference teams.

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.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 30

How Mercury's Sabally Bounced Back From Her Injury

Satou Sabally is one of the most talented players in the WNBA, and she was one of the Phoenix Mercury's new players. They acquired her in a deal, and they also brought in Alyssa Thomas.

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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.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 30

How Phoenix's Stars Stood Out In A Poor Season

The Phoenix Mercury had a bad season in 2023, and during that time, they won nine game. They missed the playoffs that year, which was the first time they missed the postseason since 2012.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / November 29

Former Mercury guard appears on Sesame Street for Native American Heritage Day

PHOENIX — On Native American Heritage Day, former Arizona State and Phoenix Mercury guard Ryneldi Becenti appeared on Sesame Street to discuss her career and culture.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / November 29

Lexie Hull Pokes Fun at Caitlin Clark About Physical Appearance

When Caitlin Clark was drafted by the Indiana Fever with the No. 1 pick of the 2024 WNBA Draft, there were some questions among her fans about how she'd adapt to this new locker room full of players she'd never competed with before.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / November 28

Candace Parker Notes Why She'd Sit At Caitlin Clark's Theoretical Thanksgiving Table

Indiana Fever fans have a lot to be thankful for right now. After nearly a full decade of consistently being one of the WNBA's worst teams, Indiana advanced all the way to the WNBA Semifinals in 2025 before losing to the eventual champion Las Vegas Aces in a winner-take-all Game 5.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / November 27