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Why Mercury's Copper Is A 3-Point Threat
Sep 4, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper (2) attempts a shot in front of Washington Mystics guard Jade Melbourne (5) during the first quarter at CareFirst Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images
Kahleah Copper joined the Phoenix Mercury before the 2024 season, and since then, she has been one of their best players. She averaged a career-high 21.1 points in her first season, and the following year, she averaged 15.6. Copper is an elite scorer, and she has proved it time and time again. Her performance in Game 4 of this year's WNBA Finals is a prime example. She had 30 points in that game, and she gave it her all as she looked to extend the series. The Mercury guard can score in a variety of ways, and because of that, she sometimes gets hot from deep. She can knock down 3-point shots, and this year, the most she made in a game was five. She did that against the Golden State Valkyries, and in the end, she finished with 25 points. She also had five rebounds and an assist. Phoenix's star was one of five players who scored in double figures. Satou Sabally had 17 points, and she also had six assists and four rebounds. Natasha Mack had 14 points, Alyssa Thomas had 13 and DeWanna Bonner had 12. The Mercury p

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

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