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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.

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Mercury's 1998 Roster Shines, Makes History

The Phoenix Mercury's 1998 season was special. They finished the season with a record of 19-11, and after beating the Cleveland Rockers in their first playoff matchup, they reached the WNBA Finals.

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.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 29

Phoenix's Brown And Others Represent Baylor

The Phoenix Mercury are in for a busy offseason. They have their share of free agents, and the biggest names are Kahleah Copper, Satou Sabally and Alyssa Thomas.

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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.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 29

Why Phoenix's Preseason Was The Start Of Something Special

The Phoenix Mercury won a championship in 2009, and they did it after missing the playoffs in 2008. They finished the 2008 season with a record of 16-18.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 29

Mercury's Williams Showcases Skills In College

The Phoenix Mercury nearly won a championship this year, and while the play of the starters gets the attention, this team also had some talented reserves.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 29

How The Addition Of Nicole Ohlde Helped Phoenix Win

The Phoenix Mercury added a number of players before the 2009 season, and they acquired one of them in a deal with the Minnesota Lynx. The Mercury traded Kelly Miller and LaToya Sanders to the Lynx, and they received Nicole Ohlde.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 29

The Successful Careers of Mercury's Best Picks

The Phoenix Mercury added a special player in 2004. They were coming off a bad year, and they needed a star who would put them on the right path. They found that player in Diana Taurasi .

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 29

How The Mercury's 2014 Picks Proved Themselves

The Phoenix Mercury's draft picks all have different journeys. Some of them were selected by the team, and they went on to spend many years with the team.

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.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / November 29

How The Mercury Beat An East Team In 2022

The Phoenix Mercury finished the 2022 season with a record of 15-21. It was a tough year for them, as they dealt with various obstacles. The Mercury still made the playoffs, but their run was cut short.

WNBA News / Swish Appeal / November 29

Team USA is off to a 2-0 start at the 2025 FIBA 3×3 AmeriCup

The quartet of Allisha Gray, Naz Hillmon, Veronica Burton and Shakira Austin opened the 2025 FIBA 3×3 AmericCup in León, Mexico with two victories. Team USA earned a 21-10 win over Brazil before taking care of Jamaica by a score of 21-15.

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.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / November 28

Caitlin Clark Sends Message After Engagement News

Caitlin Clark has risen to full-fledged superstardom in just her second WNBA season, becoming the most influential face of the league. Her arrival instantly transformed the Indiana Fever into a national attraction, driving record-breaking television numbers, sellout crowds across the country and unprecedented engagement for women’s basketball.

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WNBA News / Chicago Sky On SI / November 28

Sky Should Trade With Los Angeles for Much-Needed Spark

In 2021, the Chicago Sky won their first WNBA championship. That was also the first year of four that the Los Angeles Sparks have not made the playoffs.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / November 27

Former WNBA award winner pushes Dallas Wings to pair Paige Bueckers with Azzi Fudd

For the second year in a row, the Dallas Wings will have the first overall pick. They won Sunday's 2026 draft lottery after entering the day with the highest odds of doing so.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / November 27

From rebuild to Finals: What Mercury fans can be thankful for after 2025 season

PHOENIX — After a rollercoaster season and making it all the way to the WNBA Finals, the Phoenix Mercury gave their fans more than just a playoff run. Here are a few things Mercury fans can be thankful for after a dramatic 2025 season.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / November 27

Sophie Cunningham Has No Hesitation Swerving Caitlin Clark's Pregame Outfits

While Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark wasn't on the court during her team's improbable run to the WNBA semifinals in 2025, she still managed to get attention by what she was up to on the sidelines throughout the postseason.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / November 27

Sky Should View Two New WNBA Teams As Trade Partners

Until the new collective bargaining agreement is approved, the exact timeline for free agency and trading is on hold. In the meantime, it's entertaining to speculate potential deals in the WNBA.

Cheryl Reeve's Honest CBA Update Sends Clear Signal About WNBA's Future

On November 18, Doug Feinberg of the Associated Press published a report regarding the ongoing negotiations between the WNBA league office and the players' association for the next Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / November 26

Former Phoenix Mercury guard joins Project B

INDIANAPOLIS — Former Phoenix Mercury guard Sophie Cunningham is the latest addition to Project B, the league announced Tuesday. Cunningham spent six seasons with the Mercury before being traded to the Indiana Fever ahead of the 2025 season.

Mat Ishbia News / Larry Brown Sports / November 24

Suns owner Mat Ishbia facing new lawsuit from minority partners

Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia is being sued by two of the team’s minority owners. Scott Seldin and Andy Kohlberg, minority stakeholders in the franchise,

WNBA News / Field Level Media / November 23