Why DeShields And Others Helped Phoenix During The Playoffs

The Phoenix Mercury made the playoffs in 2022, but it was not easy. They played without Brittney Griner, and there were other obstacles, including injuries. Phoenix made the WNBA Finals the previous year, but those setbacks impacted their season, and they led to an early playoff exit. Phoenix faced the Las Vegas Aces in the playoffs , and the Aces pulled off a sweep. Las Vegas faced the Seattle Storm and the Connecticut Sun after that, and it led to the franchise's first championship. The Mercury playoff run was not pretty, and the same can be said about the regular season. They finished the regular season with a record of 15-21, and it all started with a loss to the Aces. The Aces beat them 106-88, and despite winning the next two games, Phoenix went on a losing streak. That streak started with another loss to the Aces, as Las Vegas beat Phoenix 86-74. Phoenix lost to the Dallas Wings in the next game, as the Wings picked up a 94-84 victory. Then, the streak continued with losses to the Aces, the Los Angele