Revisiting Phoenix's Playoff Win Over New York

The Phoenix Mercury went on a deep playoff run this year, and it was mostly due to the performance of their new trio. The Mercury acquired Kahleah Copper last year, as they sent Michaela Onyenwere, Brianna Turner and a draft pick to the Chicago Sky. Copper had a great year with Phoenix, as she averaged 21.1 points, 4.5 rebounds and 2.3 assists. This year, she averaged 15.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.1 steals. The Mercury guard had some new teammates, as Phoenix had a busy offseason. The most noteworthy move of that period was the addition of Satou Sabally and Alyssa Thomas . Both of these players were stars on their past teams, and they had great seasons with Phoenix. Phoenix's trio helped the team navigate obstacles such as injuries, and they helped the team reach the WNBA Finals. Copper won a championship back in 2021, but for the other two, a win this year would have been their first. Copper won her first while playing for the Sky, and they beat the Mercury 3-1 to win it. For Thomas, she reac