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Mercury's Pettis And More Wear Special Numbers
Jan 4, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury mascot Scorch at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The Phoenix Mercury have had many players, and some of them spent extensive time with them. There were also others who spent at least a season with the team, and they have a place in Mercury history. In a previous article, Megan McConnell , Iziane Castro Marques and Pat Luckey were discussed, and they are the only players who have worn their respective numbers. McConnell wore No. 16, Castro Marques wore No. 18 and Luckey wore No. 28. There are other players who wore special numbers, and one of them had their jersey retired. Bridget Pettis was one of Phoenix's first players, and she was the first player to score a basket for them. She played well in her 1997 season, and she averaged 12.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.8 steals. She had her career high during that season, and she did it against the Charlotte Sting. Pettis scored 27 points, and she also had three rebounds, two assists and a steal. The Mercury had three other players who finished with 10 or more points. Jennifer Gillom was second, and s

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

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