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Why Timms' Rookie Season Helped Phoenix Make The Playoffs

Michele Timms was one of the Phoenix Mercury's first players. The WNBA had an allocation round in 1997, and Timms was the second player Phoenix received.

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Olivia Nelson-Ododa Breaks Down Her Iconic Looks of the Season

The Connecticut Sun had plenty of highlights this year, clutch wins, defensive grit, fourth-quarter composure. Despite all the positive basketball moments from this past season, tucked between was something just as unforgettable: Olivia Nelson-Ododa's iconic tunnel fits. Naturally, the fans were prepared when the question arose online.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 11

Candace Parker Sounds Off on 'Wild' Detail in New WNBA CBA Proposal

In a December 2 article, Front Office Sports WNBA insider Annie Costabile revealed several jarring details of the most recent Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) proposal that the WNBA league office offered the players.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 11

How Bonner's Playoff Experience Helped Phoenix Advance

DeWanna Bonner signed with the Phoenix Mercury in July, and it was a nice homecoming. She started her career with the Mercury, but she later played with the Connecticut Sun from 2020 to 2024.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 11

How A Mercury Legend Won Two Finals MVPs

Diana Taurasi led the Phoenix Mercury to three championships. They won their first in 2007, in what was her fourth season. She averaged 19.2 points, 4.3 assists, 4.2 rebounds, 1.4 steals and 1.1 blocks.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 11

Mercury's Snell Helps Australia During Olympic Run

The Phoenix Mercury have had several ties to the Olympic Games. In 2008, Cappie Pondexter and Diana Taurasi played for Team USA, and they played well during that time.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 11

Phoenix's Starters Set The Tone In 2017

The Phoenix Mercury finished the 2017 season with a record of 18-16, and it led to another playoff appearance. They faced the Seattle Storm, the Connecticut Sun and the Los Angeles Sparks.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 11

Azzi Fudd matters more to Dallas Wings because of Paige Bueckers

The Dallas Wings are trying to decide who to take with the No. 1 overall pick and Azzi Fudd could be their girl. Fudd just won a national championship with Wings guard Paige Bueckers last season and there's a legitimate chance that the two could reunite in the pros.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / December 10

Indiana Fever Player's Message After Landing New Job in the U.S.

Amid the WNBA offseason, several Indiana Fever players have been taking other basketball jobs in the U.S. and outside the country. Kelsey Mitchell, Lexie Hull and Aliyah Boston all signed with Unrivaled, the 3-on-3 women's basketball league founded by Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / December 10

Sophie Cunningham Reacts to News Away From WNBA on Wednesday

Sophie Cunningham finished her first season with the Indiana Fever several months ago after suffering a season-ending injury. Cunningham was playing herself into the starting lineup under head coach Stephanie White, but the injury eventually kept her sidelined for the rest of the season.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / December 10

Indiana Fever’s Grip on WNBA Attention Proven Through Internet Search

The Indiana Fever became the WNBA's most popular team as soon as they selected Caitlin Clark with the No. 1 overall pick of the 2024 WNBA Draft. This was owed to Clark already being the biggest star in women's basketball despite never having played in a professional game before.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 10

Why Whitcomb's Shooting Helped The Mercury

Sami Whitcomb had a good year with the Phoenix Mercury , as she averaged 9.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.5 assists. She made 86 3-pointers this season, which made her the team's leader in that area.

Las Vegas Aces News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 10

A’ja Wilson Claps Back at Backlash After Caitlin Clark ‘Erased' WNBA History Comment

In the wake of Las Vegas Aces star forward A'ja Wilson being named the Time 2025 Athlete of the Year on December 9, an ensuing feature article on Wilson from Sean Gregory shared an interesting comment from Wilson that related to Caitlin Clark.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 10

Le'coe Willingham Makes An Impact In Her Time With Phoenix

Le'coe Willingham had a successful WNBA career, and she did it as an undrafted player. She attended Auburn from 1999 to 2004, and after going undrafted in that year's draft, she was quickly picked up by the Connecticut Sun.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 10

Former Mercury Pick Shines In Debut

The Phoenix Mercury have had many draft picks over the years, and some of them did not play for the team. They were selected by Phoenix, and they either played for another WNBA team, played overseas or pivoted to coaching.

Washington Mystics News / Swish Appeal / December 10

Is Shakira Austin’s WNBA future still with the Washington Mystics, or somewhere else?

Shakira Austin, who has completed her four-year rookie deal with the Washington Mystics, is set to become a restricted free agent this offseason. Austin’s tenure in Washington has worn many different faces.

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Indiana Fever News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 10

Caitlin Clark Dominates Search Map Despite Google Trends Noise

Google recently released its annual "Year in Search" lists, which are Google's way of showing what internet search inquiries and trends received the biggest spike in interest throughout the year.

Connecticut Sun News / Connecticut Sun On SI / December 10

Connecticut Sun's Lindsay Allen Has Strong Start Overseas in December

Despite the ongoing labor dispute occurring within and around the WNBA this offseason, the Connecticut Sun has been keeping busy on the court in preparation for what could be a stunning transformation during their 2026 campaign.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 10

How Taurasi And Taylor Put Phoenix On The Right Path

The Phoenix Mercury finished the 2004 season with a record of 17-17, and it was the beginning of a turnaround. That season was the first time the Mercury were .500 or better since 2000.

Las Vegas Aces News / Field Level Media / December 10

4-time WNBA MVP A'ja Wilson named AP Female Athlete of Year

Las Vegas Aces star center A'ja Wilson was named the Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year on Wednesday. Wilson, the WNBA's first four-time WNBA MVP, is the second consecutive member of the league to win the award.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 10

How Mercury's Sabally Became A Star

Satou Sabally was drafted in 2020. She was the second pick of that year's draft, and her college teammate, Sabrina Ionescu, was the first pick. Sabally was fresh off an impressive season, as she averaged 16.2 points, 6.9 rebounds, 2.3 assists and a steal.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 10

How Phoenix's Rebuild Led To A Title

The Phoenix Mercury started on a good note in their first season. They finished that season with a record of 16-12, and they reached the playoffs. The Mercury made the playoffs the following year, and they reached the WNBA Finals.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 10

Azzi Fudd might not be the best choice for Dallas Wings' top pick

The Dallas Wings are mulling over their options for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, which includes UConn guard Azzi Fudd. Fudd is a former teammate of Wings guard and reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year Paige Bueckers, but that might not mean she is the right choice to be the top selection in this year's draft.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / December 9

A'ja Wilson comments on wanting children with Bam Adebayo

A'ja Wilson has been racking up hardware all of 2025. Now Wilson is talking about a different kind of future.

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New York Liberty News / New York Liberty on SI / December 8

Liberty's Natasha Cloud Defends Players in CBA Fight

New York Liberty guard Natasha Cloud is using her platform to speak up for the players who often go unheard. As the WNBA and WNBPA continue to negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement, the veteran guard has taken to social media to defend one of the most essential parts in the current CBA: team housing.