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On YouTubePhoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 15
Why Mercury’s Monique Akoa Makani deserves an All-WNBA rookie team spot
On paper, Monique Akoa Makani hasn’t had the same caliber of season as her 2025 WNBA Draft classmates. On the other hand, the Phoenix Mercury rookie has unequivocally been a major producer for the three-time WNBA champions.
Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / September 15
Mercury rookie Monique Akoa Makani shines in WNBA playoff debut
PHOENIX — Phoenix Mercury guard Monique Akoa Makani impressed in her playoff WNBA debut on Sunday, keeping pace with the reigning WNBA Champions. Akoa Makani has been the Mercury’s breakout star this season, having the team trust her to guard some of the WNBA’s top players.
WNBA News / Burn City Sports / September 15
Mercury drop Game 1 against Liberty after shooting struggles
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury dropped their first-round Game 1 matchup against the New York Liberty, 76-69, in a physical game that went to overtime on Sunday afternoon.
The 'Most points in a WNBA season' quiz
Can you name every WNBA player to score at least 700 points in a season?
Kahleah Copper News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 14
Mercury’s Kahleah Copper using positive ‘mentality’ to get over Game 1 loss
PHOENIX– Game 1 of the bout between the Phoenix Mercury and New York Liberty didn’t go as anyone would’ve planned. Two of the most high-octane offenses were incredibly inefficient and turnover-prone, resulting in a Liberty 76-69 win.
WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 13
3 reasons Mercury will beat Liberty in 2025 WNBA Playoffs
Facing the defending WNBA champions in the opening round is no easy task for the Phoenix Mercury. Even after defeating the New York Liberty 3-1 in the regular season series and clinching home court advantage, the playoffs are a different beast.
Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / September 12
Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas named as WNBA Peak Performer
PHOENIX — Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas was named one of the WNBA’s Peak Performers after leading the league in assists this season. The Mercury forward has been an assist machine, averaging 9.2 assists per game this season.
Satou Sabally News / Burn City Sports / September 12
Phoenix Rising support Mercury’s Satou Sabally for All WNBA-Team
PHOENIX — Phoenix Rising FC took to social media Thursday to show support for Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally’s campaign to make the All-WNBA Team, in a show of cross-league support.
Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / September 12
Mercury end season on bittersweet note as focus turns to playoffs
ARLINGTON — The Phoenix Mercury wrapped up the regular season on Thursday night with a 97-76 loss to the Dallas Wings, but is already shifting their attention to the playoffs.
Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / September 11
New era in the desert: Rookies help power Phoenix Mercury to WNBA playoffs
PHOENIX — In their first season without Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner, the Phoenix Mercury set out to establish a new identity — and still found themselves back in the playoffs for the 15th time in 17 seasons.
WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 10
Wings, Mercury clash in inconsequential regular-season finale
There won't be much to play for when the Dallas Wings and Phoenix Mercury clash on Thursday in Arlington, Texas, in the regular-season finale for both teams.
Angel Reese News / Burn City Sports / September 10
Could Angel Reese be a good fit with the Phoenix Mercury?
CHICAGO — Angel Reese’s future with the Chicago Sky may be coming to a close after voicing public frustration with the organization. Could this open the door for Reese to land in the desert?
Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / September 10
WNBA News / Burn City Sports / September 10
Phoenix Mercury secure No. 4 seed after loss to Los Angeles Sparks
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury have secured the No. 4 seed in the WNBA playoffs following their loss to the Los Angeles Sparks, 88-83, on Tuesday night.
Nate Tibbetts News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 10
Mercury’s Nate Tibbetts sees ‘great series’ vs. Liberty in 2025 WNBA playoffs
PHOENIX– The atmosphere surrounding the Phoenix Mercury locker room and PHX Arena didn’t feel like a losing one, despite the 88-83 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday.
WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 10
Kelsey Plum, Sparks eliminated from playoff race despite big win
Dearica Hamby scored 16 of her 25 points in the fourth quarter, Rae Burrell had a career-high 20 points, and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the host Phoenix Mercury 88-83 on Tuesday, although it was not enough to keep the Sparks from playoff elimination.
Phoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 10
Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas sets new WNBA record with rapid triple-double vs. Sparks
The Phoenix Mercury hosted the Los Angeles Sparks at PHX Arena on Tuesday, and Alyssa Thomas did not waste any time going to work. Thomas knew that the Sparks would come out firing since they were desperately trying to get the win to stay in contention for a spot in the playoffs.
Phoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 9
Mercury’s nightmare scenario for 2025 WNBA playoffs
The clock is ticking towards the start of the 2025 WNBA playoffs, and the Phoenix Mercury are in the thick of the race. A week prior, the Mercury clinched a playoff spot, as well as home court advantage.
WNBA News / Burn City Sports / September 8
Mercury return home with playoff seeding at stake against Los Angeles
PHOENIX — With only two games remaining in their regular season and playoff seeding still up in the air, the Phoenix Mercury return home for an important match-up against the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday.
Phoenix Mercury News / Field Level Media / September 6
Mercury star Alyssa Thomas regains single-season assist record
Phoenix Mercury star Alyssa Thomas had 10 assists on Saturday to raise her season total to 342 to reclaim the WNBA single-season assists record. Thomas set the record of 316 in 2023 before Caitlin Clark had 337 assists last season to break the mark.
WNBA News / Burn City Sports / September 6
Phoenix Mercury fall to Connecticut Sun as team eyes possible adjustments
UNCASVILLE — The Phoenix Mercury had their six-game win streak snapped as they fell to the Connecticut Sun, 87-84, on Saturday afternoon. The Sun took an early lead in the first quarter, but the Mercury were able to bounce back and take a 50-47 lead at the half.
WNBA News / Yardbarker / September 6
Mercury blow chance to keep pace for No. 2 seed with upset loss
The Phoenix Mercury squandered an opportunity to pull even with the Atlanta Dream for second in the WNBA standings on Saturday following an upset 87-84 road loss to the Connecticut Sun (11-31).
Satou Sabally News / Athlon Sports / August 27
Satou Sabally Campaigns For Her Mercury Teammate to Win MVP
The Phoenix Mercury are on a roll after securing their second-straight win on Tuesday. The Mercury secured a win against the Los Angeles Sparks, thanks to another triple-double from All-Star forward Alyssa Thomas, securing a 92-84 win.
Phoenix Mercury News / Yardbarker / August 23
Mercury's Alyssa Thomas ties her own WNBA single-season record
Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas is putting together quite an MVP resume for herself, and added to it on Friday night in an 81-72 win over the Golden State Valkyries.
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