How The Mercury Changed From 1997 To 2007

The Phoenix Mercury made their debut in 1997, and they wasted little time when it came to making a name for themselves. They finished the season with a record of 16-12, and that season started with a win over the Charlotte Sting. Phoenix beat Charlotte 76-59 in that game, and Bridget Pettis was the leading scorer. She had 17 points, three rebounds, three assists and a block. She has a special place in Mercury history, as she was the first player to score for them. That season ended with a win over the Los Angeles Sparks, as the Mercury beat them 73-68. Jennifer Gillom was the leading scorer, and she had 29 points. She also had eight rebounds, three steals, an assist and a block. Gillom and her teammates ended the season on a good note, and they made the playoffs for the first time. They faced the New York Liberty, and the Liberty beat them 59-41. That was a rough game for Phoenix, as not one player scored in double figures. The 1997 Mercury set the tone for future teams, and in those early years, Phoenix mad