How The Mercury Defeated One Of Their Oldest Rivals

The Phoenix Mercury had a great season this year, and prior to that, they improved after a difficult season. In 2023, the Mercury finished the season with a record of 9-31, and after bringing in a new star in Kahleah Copper and a new head coach in Nate Tibbetts, they improved to 19-21. Phoenix's 2024 roster was much different from this year's, but they still had their share of success. They beat teams like the Chicago Sky and the Dallas Wings, but they struggled against the Connecticut Sun and others . In that season, the Mercury also won their season series against one of their oldest rivals. They beat the Los Angeles Sparks 4-0, and it started with a win during the Commissioner's Cup. The Mercury beat the Sparks 87-68, and Diana Taurasi's big game gave them the victory. Taurasi finished the game with 31 points, two rebounds and two steals. While Taurasi stood out the most, this game was a balanced effort. Natasha Cloud had 21 points, 12 assists, three rebounds, two steals and two blocks. Copper had 12 poin