Remembering Copper's Big Game In Mercury Loss

Kahleah Copper had a solid 2025 season, and she did it while dealing with injuries. Copper missed the start of the season because of a knee injury, and later on, she missed time due to a hamstring injury. Still, the Phoenix Mercury guard averaged 15.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.1 steals. She also had a strong playoff run, as she averaged 17.8 points and 3.5 rebounds. Her best game during that period was a 30-point game against the Las Vegas Aces. The Mercury were trying to extend the series, and Copper gave it her all in hopes of forcing a Game 5. Copper had some nice performances all year, and her season high was against a young, rebuilding team. The Mercury faced the Dallas Wings in a road game, and Dallas picked up a 98-89 win. Copper was Phoenix's leading scorer, and she had 33 points. She also had five rebounds and an assist. Copper's career high is 38 points, and she did it in her first year with the Mercury. The Mercury acquired her in a trade with the Chicago Sky, and she had a big game