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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.

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Brittney Griner Receives Personal Attack At UFC 324

LAS VEGAS — Josh Hokit left UFC 324 undefeated, but it wasn’t his late stoppage victory that dominated the post-event conversation. Hokit improved to 8-0 as a professional and 2-0 in the UFC after scoring a TKO over Denzel Freeman with just one second remaining in the opening round of their heavyweight bout at UFC 324.

Atlanta Dream News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / January 24

Lisa Leslie Calls Out Brittney Griner’s Flagrant Foul to the Face at Unrivaled

For the most part Unrivaled seems like a chill vibe for top WNBA stars. The 3x3 league offers generous salaries, a central location in Miami, and focuses on player development.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 23

Why The 2014 Season Was A Big Year For Phoenix

The 2014 season was a special time for the Phoenix Mercury. Phoenix missed the playoffs in 2012 after having its worst season in history. The Mercury received the first pick of the 2013 WNBA Draft, and they drafted Brittney Griner.

Atlanta Dream News / Athlon Sports / January 21

WNBA Star Brittney Griner Announces News Away From Basketball

Brittney Griner spent her 12thWNBA season with the Atlanta Dream. After playing for the Phoenix Mercury for 11 years, the 6-foot-9 center signed with the Dream as a free agent ahead of the 2025 season.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 21

Mercury's Simms Has Incredible Performances In College

Jennie Simms spent some time with the Phoenix Mercury , and she joined them during an important period. The Mercury's 2022 season was challenging, as they played without Brittney Griner .

Atlanta Dream News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / January 20

Brittney Griner Makes Her WNBA Free Agency Intentions Clear

WNBA veteran Brittney Griner's decision to sign with the Atlanta Dream in free agency last season was one of the more surprising moves that was made. This

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 16

Why Phoenix's Stars Received Points In 2017 Award Races

The Phoenix Mercury finished the 2017 season with a record of 18-16. They played well, and they had a nice playoff run. They beat the Seattle Storm in the first round, and it was a single-elimination game.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 11

Why Phoenix's Shooting Helped Them Win It All

The 2014 season was an exceptional year for the Phoenix Mercury, and it led to them getting their third championship. They finished the season with a record of 29-5, and they went on a 16-game winning streak midway through the season.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 7

How The Mercury Lost to Rival Storm, Redeemed Themselves Later

The Phoenix Mercury finished the 2021 season with a record of 19-13, and they went on an excellent playoff run that led to them making the WNBA Finals.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / January 1

Looking At Phoenix's Season Series in 2024

The Phoenix Mercury made the playoffs in 2024, which was a step in the right direction for them. They missed the playoffs in 2023 after they finished the season with a record of 9-31.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 31

Mercury's Turner Has Big Game Against Eastern Conference Team

Yvonne Turner had a successful college career, and in 2010, she won the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year award. She shared it with Brittney Griner, who would win the award three more times after that.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 30

How Mercury's Mack And More Defended The Big 12

The Big 12 Conference has had some excellent defenders, and some of them have been honored for their efforts. The Big 12 Conference Defensive Player of the Year is an award given to those who shine on the defensive end.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 24

How The Mercury Found A New Star In 2013

The Phoenix Mercury finished the 2013 season with a record of 19-15, and it was their first time back in the playoffs after missing them in 2012. The Mercury finished the 2012 season with a record of 7-27, which is their worst record in history.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 13

College Star Shines, Joins Mercury Legend Brittney Griner

It is an exciting time in college basketball, as young stars are playing at a high level. One of the players who stand out the most is Audi Crooks. Crooks plays for Iowa State, and she has helped the Cyclones get off to a hot start.

Atlanta Dream News / Athlon Sports / November 5

Brittney Griner's New Team Revealed on Wednesday

Brittney Griner joined the Atlanta Dream last WNBA offseason and had a solid first year with a different team after spending 11 seasons with the Phoenix Mercury.

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Atlanta Dream News / Field Level Media / September 10

Brittney Griner scores 17, Dream rout Sun in sixth straight win

Brittney Griner recorded 17 points and four blocks off the bench to fuel the visiting Atlanta Dream to an 88-72 victory over the Connecticut Sun on Wednesday in Uncasville, Conn.

Atlanta Dream News / The Spun / September 10

Brittney Griner Excited By $340 Million Women's Basketball News

The Unrivaled women's basketball league put up impressive viewership numbers in its debut season this past year. It's led to some lucrative investment that has WNBA veteran Brittney Griner very excited.

Atlanta Dream News / Hardwood Heroics / August 13

'We Traded An Arms Dealer To Get This One Out': Brittney Griner Faces Ben Shapiro’s Savage Dig Over Controversial Trade For Infamous Arms Dealer

Brittney Griner, the two-time WNBA champion and Olympic gold medalist, was thrust back into the spotlight this week—this time thanks to political commentator Ben Shapiro.

Atlanta Dream News / Larry Brown Sports / July 31

Brittney Griner ejected following heated confrontation with WNBA official

Brittney Griner was ejected from the Atlanta Dream’s game against the Dallas Wings on Wednesday night after she had another heated exchange with a WNBA official.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / July 24

Brittney Griner receives emotional homecoming from Mercury and fans

PHOENIX — Brittney Griner received an emotional welcome home Wednesday night as she returned to Phoenix for the first time since signing with the Atlanta Dream.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / July 24

Brittney Griner Admits Being 'Ignited' by Pregame Moment Amid Mercury Return

WNBA legend Brittney Griner spent the first 11 seasons of her professional basketball career with the Phoenix Mercury. During that time, she was a 2014 WNBA champion, a 10-time WNBA All-Star, a three-time All-WNBA first-team honoree, and a two-time scoring champion.

Atlanta Dream News / The SportsRush / July 23

Brittney Griner Tells Cam Newton How Her Mom Supported Her After Coming Out: 'She Was Like, ‘I Love You’'

Brittney Griner isn’t just a household name; she’s the embodiment of what WNBA royalty means. Over 11 dominant seasons with the Phoenix Mercury before signing with the Atlanta Dream in 2025, Griner built a legacy defined by numbers no one else has matched.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / July 23

Atlanta’s Griner reacts ahead of return to Phoenix to face Mercury

PHOENIX — Former Phoenix Mercury center and Atlanta Dream’s Brittney Griner reacted to her return to Phoenix ahead of tomorrow’s matchup. Griner will play her first game back in Phoenix after signing with the Atlanta Dream in February.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / June 12

Brittney Griner speaks out after Dream defeat Caitlin Clark-less Fever

After spending 12 years with the Phoenix Mercury, center Brittney Griner chose to take her talents to the Atlanta Dream in the offseason. So far, that decision has proved to be a good one.

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