Why The Mercury Struggled In 2002

The Phoenix Mercury made the playoffs in 2000, as they finished the season with a record of 20-12. They played well, but they lost to the Los Angeles Sparks in the first round of the postseason. The Mercury missed the playoffs the following year, and things continued to go downhill. Phoenix finished the 2001 season with a record of 13-19, and in 2002, the team had a record of 11-21. Phoenix's 2002 season began with a loss, as the Houston Comets picked up a 61-56 win. Gordana Grubin had an impressive game, as she finished with 17 points, three rebounds and three steals. Jennifer Gillom had 12 points, two assists, two rebounds and two blocks. Then, Lisa Harrison scored in double figures, as she had 10 points. She also had seven rebounds, a steal and a block. The Mercury picked up their first win shortly after, as they beat the Utah Starzz. They beat them 71-66, and that was the start of a win streak. The Mercury played well in that game, and they had four players who scored in double figures. Tracy Reid was th