Phoenix's New Stars Get Going In The Preseason

Preseason games are a chance for teams to warm up, and it gives teams a chance to see new additions in action. In some instances, players are fighting for a roster spot, and that is a chance for them to prove that they belong. In other cases, teams made moves during the offseason, and those players get a chance to build chemistry. The Phoenix Mercury were active during the offseason, and before the start of the 2025 season, they added two new stars. Phoenix acquired Satou Sabally and Alyssa Thomas in a deal, and both stars helped the team go on a deep playoff run. The Mercury had two preseason games before the start of the season, and they faced Western Conference rivals. One of them has been in the league for some time, and the other was making its debut. Phoenix faced the Las Vegas Aces in the first preseason game, and Las Vegas came out victorious. The Aces beat the Mercury by one, and Satou Sabally was the leading scorer. She had 14 points, and she also had five rebounds, two assists and a steal. Thomas