Mercury Legend Cappie Pondexter Takes Over

The Phoenix Mercury found a star in Cappie Pondexter, and in her time with the team, she helped them win championships. Phoenix drafted Pondexter in the 2006 WNBA Draft, which was two years after they drafted Diana Taurasi. The team was taking a step in the right direction, and having someone like Pondexter put the Mercury over the top. In her first season, the Rutgers guard averaged 19.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1.2 steals. She played 32 games, which means she missed two. Those games did not impact her play, and by the end of the season, she was a member of the All-Rookie Team. The following year, Pondexter played a huge role in Phoenix's championship. She played well in both the regular season and the playoffs, and she became the first Mercury's first Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP). Pondexter played 31 games, which means she missed three. Regardless, she helped the Mercury make history. After their win, the Mercury missed the playoffs in 2008. Pondexter still had a strong season, as she ave