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Looking At One Of The Mercury's Popular Numbers
Mar 29, 2026; Fort Worth, TX, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Niele Ivey reacts on the sidelines during the first half against the UConn Huskies at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images Chris Jones-Imagn Images
When it comes to No. 11, it is actually one of the Phoenix Mercury's most popular numbers. Twelve players have worn it, and the first player to do so made their debut in 1998. Pauline Jordan played six games with the Mercury that year, and she averaged 2.5 points. Then, later in the year, Phoenix traded her to the Sacramento Monarchs. She played 18 games with them, and she averaged 3.3 points and 2.4 rebounds. Jordan had her career high when she was with the Mercury, and she scored nine points against the Utah Starzz. That was a huge win for Phoenix, and Jordan and other reserves helped out. Two years later, Rankica Sarenac wore No. 11, and she played for the Mercury in 2000. She played 20 games with them, and she came off the bench. She averaged 3.2 points and 1.5 rebounds. Sarenac had a 15-point game against the Indiana Fever, and the Mercury won by a point. The Mercury had two players who scored in double figures, and Sarenac was the leading scorer. Then, Brandy Reed chipped in with 14 points. A few years

This article first appeared on Phoenix Mercury On SI  and was syndicated with permission.

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