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Mercury Star Kahleah Copper Reveals Unexpected Health News on Tuesday

Kahleah Copper and the Phoenix Mercury are coming off a strong 87-86 victory over Jose Fernandez and the Dallas Wings on Monday night. Star guard Paige Bueckers led Dallas with team highs, scoring 30 points while going 4-for-5 from behind the arc and dishing out seven assists.

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How USA teammates Kahleah Copper, Paige Bueckers put on a show as rivals in Phoenix

PHOENIX — Kahleah Copper and Paige Bueckers spent much of Monday night trading punches in a game that felt like it would come down to whichever star could make the last bucket.

Phoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 22

How Kahleah Copper’s game-winner vs Wings writes Mercury’s blueprint for 2027 turnaround

PHOENIX– An 87-86 win over the Dallas Wings on Monday night proved the Phoenix Mercury still have something to fight for. Even with the Mercury’s playoff hopes out the window for quite some time, one element remains: pride.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 22

Kahleah Copper's late flurry rallies Mercury over Wings

Kahleah Copper scored 31 points, including the deciding layup with 2.4 seconds to play, as the host Phoenix Mercury rallied from an 11-point fourth-quarter deficit to stun the Dallas Wings 87-86 on Monday in the penultimate game of the regular season for both teams.

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WNBA News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Final Injury Report for Mercury-Wings: Will Alanna Smith, Kahleah Copper Play?

The Dallas Wings are at home Saturday afternoon as they host the Phoenix Mercury in a Western Conference matchup. Dallas enters Saturday’s game with a 25-16 record after defeating the Los Angeles Sparks at home Thursday night.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Fever star Caitlin Clark singles out one USA teammate

Caitlin Clark was integral to Team USA’s success at the recently concluded FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. This marked the Indiana Fever star’s first senior national team World Cup gold medal, and the USA’s fifth straight.

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Phoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 17

Is Kahleah Copper playing tonight? Mercury vs. Fire injury report

The 2026 WNBA season resumes on Thursday evening following the FIBA World Cup break, and the Phoenix Mercury visit the Portland Fire. All-Star guard Kahleah Copper was dealing with an ankle issue prior to the break, and she popped up on the Mercury’s injury report as questionable.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Final Injury Report for Mercury-Fire: Will Carla Leite, Kahleah Copper Play?

The Portland Fire are at home Thursday night as they host the Phoenix Mercury in their first game back following the WNBA’s break for the FIBA Women’s World Cup.

WNBA News / ChiCitySports / September 16

FIBA snubs Caitlin Clark with World Cup decision

Caitlin Clark played a key role in Team USA’s success at the FIBA World Cup. The Indiana Fever guard was a big part of head coach Kara Lawson’s rotation despite coming off the bench in all six games.

WNBA News / ChiCitySports / September 16

Aliyah Boston sends strong message after World Cup

Aliyah Boston played an important role for Team USA at the FIBA World Cup in Berlin. The Indiana Fever star showcased her all-around game and delivered consistent performances for the national team.

WNBA News / ChiCitySports / September 14

Caitlin Clark’s four-word reaction to Team USA gold medal win

Caitlin Clark and Team USA completed their mission in Berlin on Sunday. They won their fifth consecutive FIBA World Cup with an undefeated run in the tournament.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / September 13

Flashes of ’24: Kahleah Copper, Team USA take down France for FIBA World Cup gold

BERLIN, GER. — In a rematch of the 2024 Olympics gold medal game, it was déjà vu as Phoenix Mercury’s Kahleah Copper and Team USA defeated France, 97-79, for gold at the FIBA World Cup.

WNBA News / EssentiallySports / September 13

WNBA Takes Notice of Kahleah Copper’s Tense Interaction with Former Iowa Star During Team USA’s Semifinal vs Spain

For three quarters, Spain had Team USA on the ropes, with the game tied at 58 entering the fourth. Then, with an appearance in the FIBA Women’s World Cup final on the line, one Kahleah Copper play stood out with the kind of physicality that reminded everyone why the US was still the team to beat.

WNBA News / ESPN / September 12

U.S. tops Spain to reach FIBA World Cup final vs. France

Breanna Stewart scored 16 points and Kahleah Copper added 13 to help the U.S. beat Spain 76-66 on Saturday, advancing to the championship game of the women's FIBA World Cup.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / September 10

Mercury’s Kahleah Copper, Team USA roll into FIBA World Cup semi-finals

BERLIN, GER. — Phoenix Mercury’s Kahleah Copper and Team USA are two wins away from another FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup championship after their 108-56 win over Hungary Thursday.

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Cameras catch Team USA star’s hilarious reaction to Caitlin Clark bucket

Caitlin Clark and Team USA dominated Czechia on Monday, winning 105-64. All 12 players scored to help the team finish the group phase with a perfect 3-0 record.

Phoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / August 29

Is Kahleah Copper playing tonight? Mercury vs. Tempo injury report

Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper is expected to play against the Toronto Tempo on Saturday despite dealing with a left ankle injury. As the Mercury (13-26) look to snap their four-game losing streak against the Tempo (11-28) at 7 p.m.

Phoenix Mercury News / Athlon Sports / August 29

Final Injury Report for Tempo-Mercury: Will Kelsey Plum, Kahleah Copper Play?

The Phoenix Mercury are at home Saturday night as they host the Toronto Tempo in their final game before the break for the FIBA Women’s World Cup. Phoenix enters Saturday’s game with a 13-26 record after losing at home to the Washington Mystics Thursday night.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / August 28

Kahleah Copper’s early birthday party came with cowboy hats, fan love and 35 points

PHOENIX — Kahleah Copper wanted to celebrate her birthday with the people who have supported her and the Phoenix Mercury all season. So, one day before turning 32, Copper asked the Mercury staff and X-Factor to dress in Western gear for Thursday night’s game against the Washington Mystics — and they obliged.

Phoenix Mercury News / Athlon Sports / August 26

WNBA to Punish Phoenix Mercury Star Nearing Suspension

The Phoenix Mercury not only lost to the Washington Mystics on Tuesday, but their best player was also called for a violation that puts her on the cusp of suspension.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / August 15

Kahleah Copper’s next honor cements her place among Rutgers’ greats

PHOENIX — Kahleah Copper’s basketball journey from Rutgers to the Phoenix Mercury is about to add another milestone. Copper will officially take her place in the Rutgers Athletics Hall of Fame as part of the 2026 class.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 22

Kahleah Copper nets 21 as Mercury hold off slumping Sparks

Kahleah Copper scored nine of her game-high 21 points in the fourth quarter and the visiting Phoenix Mercury held on for an 86-82 victory over the skidding Los Angeles Sparks on Wednesday afternoon.

Phoenix Mercury News / Field Level Media / July 3

Kahleah Copper pours in 30 points as Mercury blitz Storm

Kahleah Copper finished with 30 points and Lexi Held had 17 points while making a career-high five 3-pointers in the Phoenix Mercury's 90-67 win over the visiting Seattle Storm on Thursday.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / June 24

Kahleah Copper's heroics lift Mercury over Fever

Kahleah Copper scored 28 points and the visiting Phoenix Mercury outlasted the host Indiana Fever for a 111-109 victory Wednesday night in Indianapolis.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 31

Mercury's Copper Gets To Work In Her First Season

The Phoenix Mercury needed to shake things up after their 2023 season. They finished the season with a record of 9-31, and their playoff streak ended. Phoenix responded to that setback with an aggressive offseason, and the franchise brought in Kahleah Copper.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 19

Mercury's Copper Helps Team USA Remain Undefeated

Team USA was in action one last time, and it led to another victory. After four impressive wins, Team USA went 5-0, as the talented squad beat Spain. After missing the game against New Zealand, Phoenix Mercury star Kahleah Copper led the team to victory.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / February 5

Mercury's Copper Attends Rutgers, Role Changes Over Time

Kahleah Copper is one of the Phoenix Mercury's stars, and she joined the team before the 2024 season. She had an excellent season, and in her second season, she continued to contribute.