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Jordin Canada made WNBA history, helping the Atlanta Dream reach the Finals for the first time since 2013. She stood out against the New York Liberty, joining two legendary players in a rare statistical group.

Phoenix Mercury News / HITC / September 22

Diana Taurasi urges Kelsey Plum to stay in Phoenix as Mercury target extension

Diana Taurasi knows how fast fortunes flip in the modern WNBA, and keeping Kelsey Plum in Phoenix long-term is front and center in that vision. Kelsey Plum joined Phoenix just before the trade deadline in a blockbuster deal, bringing another heavy-hitter alongside Alyssa Thomas and Kahleah Copper.

WNBA News / ChiCitySports / September 22

Kelsey Mitchell news emerges amid Fever’s WNBA season

Kelsey Mitchell may have lost on Sunday to the Washington Mystics, but she enjoyed another strong performance. The four-time All-Star once again made WNBA history, and the Indiana Fever posted the news on social media.

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WNBA News / EssentiallySports / September 2

'It’s Ridiculous': Diana Taurasi Makes Her MVP Pick as A’ja Wilson Holds Edge Over Caitlin Clark

As we officially head towards the tail end of the WNBA regular season, conversations around the league MVP have intensified. It makes sense when we have

Indiana Fever News / Total Pro Sports / September 2

Diana Taurasi Speaks Out After Caitlin Clark Takes Her Team USA Jersey Number

Caitlin Clark will wear a familiar number when she takes the court for Team USA at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. The Indiana Fever guard will wear No.

WNBA News / The Spun / September 2

Diana Taurasi Thinks The WNBA's GOAT Debate Is Basically Over

Former WNBA star Diana Taurasi believes the greatest of all time debate might be over. Taurasi has been considered the greatest player in WNBA history for a while now due to her incredible résumé.

Indiana Fever News / The Spun / September 2

Diana Taurasi Responds To Caitlin Clark Taking Her Team USA Jersey Number

When Caitlin Clark steps on the court for Team USA during the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, she’ll be wearing Diana Taurasi’s iconic No. 12 jersey.

WNBA News / HITC / September 2

Diana Taurasi names WNBA player she thinks could ‘average 30 or maybe even 35’

Diana Taurasi has had high praise for Las Vegas Aces player A’ja Wilson during a podcast with Bill Simmons this week. Wilson is once again dominating the WNBA when it comes to points this season, and is currently averaging a league-high 26.0 per game.

Indiana Fever News / HITC / September 2

Diana Taurasi explains what she’s ‘always admired’ about Caitlin Clark

Diana Taurasi has been speaking about Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark and how she is able to block out the off-court noise around her and just focus on playing once she gets onto the court.

Dallas Wings News / EssentiallySports / August 27

'Best Pure Shooter': Diana Taurasi Makes Her Opinion of Azzi Fudd Very Clear Amid Wings Making WNBA Playoffs After 3 Years

Diana Taurasi is back on the Azzi Fudd bandwagon, and she is not exactly being subtle about it. Fudd’s rookie season may have been cut short by a brutal knee injury, but Taurasi is still talking about her like one of the most special young players in basketball.

Phoenix Mercury News / HerSportsNation / August 19

Diana Taurasi gets ultimate honor from Phoenix Mercury after legendary career

Diana Taurasi is undeniably one of the greatest WNBA stars of all time. On August 16, 2026, the Phoenix Mercury honored their best retired player with yet another huge accolade.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / August 17

Diana Taurasi’s name is in the rafters, but so is the culmination of an American Dream

PHOENIX — The American Dream is something many immigrants want to achieve when they make their way from their home countries to build a life in the United States.

Phoenix Mercury News / EssentiallySports / August 17

'Where Else Would You Rather Be?': Diana Taurasi Makes Bold Pitch to Kelsey Plum After Mercury Trade as Future Remains Uncertain

The Los Angeles Sparks traded Kelsey Plum midseason precisely because they did not want to risk losing her for nothing at the end of her contract. The Phoenix Mercury have now absorbed that same risk.

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Phoenix Mercury News / EssentiallySports / August 17

Alyssa Thomas Does Something For The First Time After 11 Years On the Night Mercury Retires Diana Taurasi’s No.3 Jersey

Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi’s presence at the Mercury-Portland Fire game seems to have inspired Alyssa Thomas to shoot like she hasn’t since her rookie year.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / August 17

How Diana Taurasi’s Phoenix legacy is bigger than basketball

PHOENIX — The Diana Taurasi jerseys were impossible to miss outside Mortgage Matchup Center as Phoenix Mercury fans lined up on the sidewalks Sunday afternoon.

WNBA News / HITC / August 15

WNBA legend Diana Taurasi shares ownership ambitions, reveals team she’s interested in

Diana Taurasi is considered by many to be the WNBA GOAT, and she has now revealed her ambition to become a team owner. The name Diana Taurasi is synonymous with greatness when it comes to basketball.

Phoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / August 14

Diana Taurusi reveals Mercury ownership plans

Nearly two years after retiring as the WNBA’s all-time leading scorer, legend Diana Taurasi has said she wants to make a return to pro basketball. Taurasi told ESPN that she hopes to rejoin the Phoenix Mercury as a member of the franchise’s ownership group within the next two years.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / August 13

Mercury legend Diana Taurasi’s name is officially part of the city of Phoenix

PHOENIX — Before the Phoenix Mercury celebrate one of the most accomplished and dynamic players in franchise history Sunday, the city of Phoenix has already honored Diana Taurasi.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / August 2

Diana Taurasi Loses Spot in WNBA History to Indiana Fever Star

Basketball legend Diana Taurasi played 20 seasons in the WNBA and established herself as the greatest player to ever suit up in the league. The Phoenix Mercury icon retired in 2024 with career averages of 18.8 points, 3.9 rebounds and 4.2 assists.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / July 25

Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi wants the WNBA to stop making refs the story

CHICAGO — For a player whose competitiveness has often involved conversations with officials throughout her career, Diana Taurasi’s latest stance on WNBA refereeing is simple: Stop making it the story.

WNBA News / Fadeaway World / June 30

A’ja Wilson Reacts To Passing Diana Taurasi’s Record With Stunning Indifference

A’ja Wilson keeps adding her name to the record books. She just doesn’t seem to care. Wilson passed Diana Taurasi for the most 20-point halves in WNBA history on Sunday, scoring 20 points in the second half alone as the Las Vegas Aces beat the Chicago Sky 107-99.

WNBA News / Indiana Fever on SI / March 23

Diana Taurasi Has Strong Reaction to Caitlin Clark Wearing Her Team USA Jersey Number

There were plenty of reasons for fans to be excited about Caitlin Clark returning to the court for the first time in about eight months when Team USA played the FIBA Women's World Cup Qualifying Tournament in Puerto Rico earlier this month.

Connecticut Huskies News / Yardbarker / March 19

UConn commit is Gatorade girls’ H.S. hoops player of the year

UConn 5-star commit named Gatorade Girls’ High School Basketball Player of the Year

Olivia Vukosa is already a big deal, but she just landed one of the biggest honors a college basketball recruit could get.

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Phoenix Mercury News / HerSportsNation / March 4

Diana Taurasi Receives Special Tribute as Phoenix Mercury Celebrates Her Legacy

Some players win games. Others define an entire franchise. For Diana Taurasi and the Phoenix Mercury, that connection has lasted more than two decades. The Phoenix Suns announced on X that Taurasi will be inducted into the Mercury’s Ring of Honor on August 16.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 1

Mercury's Taurasi And Taylor Facilitate In 2005

The Phoenix Mercury were on the right track in 2004, as they found two new stars. They added Penny Taylor in a dispersal draft, and they added Diana Taurasi in the 2004 WNBA Draft.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 26

Mercury's Taurasi Holding Special Basketball Camp

Diana Taurasi is a Phoenix Mercury legend, and she became the WNBA's all-time leading scorer. She scored 10,646 points in her career, and that record will stand for some time.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 29

Mercury's Taurasi Succeeds In College And WNBA

Diana Taurasi had a historic career, and she did it while staying with the team that drafted her. Taurasi was drafted by the Phoenix Mercury, and even though they had their ups and downs, their star guard remained.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 20

Mercury Find Game-Changing Player In 2004 Draft

The Phoenix Mercury struck gold in 2004. They finished the 2003 season with a record of 8-26, and later on, they won the lottery. The Mercury received the first pick, and they selected Diana Taurasi .

WNBA News / Fadeaway World / August 8, 2025

Diana Taurasi: 'Had To Go To A Communist Country To Earn Like A Capitalist...'

The equitable pay debate is an evergreen subject ever since the inception of the WNBA. But the situation of their present financial strength is making the debate an even more fiery subject than it was before. For several years now, female players have had to go overseas to earn a decent living during the WNBA offseason.