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Mercury travel to Indiana to face Fever for the first time this season

INDIANAPOLIS — The Phoenix Mercury will visit the Indiana Fever for the first time this season on Wednesday evening, aiming to build momentum after their last win.

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WNBA Fan Ejected After Mocking Player for Losing Wig During Game

An unexpected timeout was called in the July 26 matchup between the Phoenix Mercury and the Washington Mystics when Phoenix guard Kahleah Copper experienced a mishap midgame that was quickly shared across social media platforms.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / July 28

Pop Base acknowledges Mercury All-Star’s latest feat

PHOENIX — Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas’ performance this season has turned heads beyond the WNBA as popular news account Pop Base celebrated her accomplishment on X (formerly Twitter).

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / July 28

Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas continues to strengthen MVP case

PHOENIX — Alyssa Thomas has had a career season in her first year with the Phoenix Mercury, continuing to strengthen her case as an MVP candidate this weekend.

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Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / July 28

Mercury prove why they have offensive versatility to win

WASHINGTON — The Phoenix Mercury keep proving why they don’t need to rely on three-point shots to get results after their win against the Washington Mystics on Sunday.

Phoenix Mercury News / Athlon Sports / July 27

Mercury's Alyssa Thomas Records Another Historic WNBA Game on Sunday

Alyssa Thomas continues to prove that she's one of the best acquisitions for the Phoenix Mercury this season. Thomas has performed admirably for her new WNBA squad despite no longer being on the younger side.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / July 27

Mercury snap skid with defensive showing against Washington Mystics

WASHINGTON — The Phoenix Mercury took their first win of the road trip against the Washington Mystics, 88-72, on Sunday afternoon. Snapping A Skid The Mystics quickly took a 6-2 lead to begin the first quarter.

Alyssa Thomas News / Field Level Media / July 27

Alyssa Thomas helps Mercury break losing streak at Mystics

Alyssa Thomas dominated with a double-double of 27 points and 11 rebounds as the Phoenix Mercury snapped a three-game losing streak with an 88-72 victory over the Washington Mystics Sunday in the nation's capital.

Nate Tibbetts News / Burn City Sports / July 28

Mercury’s full squad and how it creates new challenges

WASHINGTON — As the Phoenix Mercury continues their road trip with a full squad for the first time this season, head coach Nate Tibbetts is tasked with creating different rotations than what we’ve seen earlier this season.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 27

Mercury look to end skid against Mystics team on the rise

In the midst of a three-game losing streak, the Phoenix Mercury aim to break out of the funk Sunday when they visit the Washington Mystics. Phoenix (15-9) let a second-half lead slip away in an 89-76 loss to the host New York Liberty on Friday but still maintain the third-best overall record in the WNBA.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / July 26

Mercury hope to bounce back against Washington Mystics

WASHINGTON — The Phoenix Mercury aim to snap a three-game losing streak when they visit the nation’s capital to face the Washington Mystics on Sunday. Phoenix Preview Phoenix dropped its first game of the road trip against the New York Liberty, 89-76, on July 25.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / July 25

Mercury’s early momentum falls short in loss against New York Liberty

BROOKLYN — The Phoenix Mercury couldn’t keep building off their momentum early on against the New York Liberty, falling 89-76 on Friday night. A Game Of Runs The Mercury started the game with an 8-0 run, with key three-pointers from Kahleah Copper and Monique Akoa Makani.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / July 24

Mercury’s Akoa Makani shares message after AfroBasket decision

PHOENIX — Phoenix Mercury guard Monique Akoa Makani shared a message on her Instagram about her decision not to participate in AfroBasket. Akoa Makani was pre-selected as part of Cameroon’s team but chose to stay with Phoenix, as first reported by David Veenstra from Desert Wave Media.

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 / Burn City Sports / July 24

Phoenix Mercury open crucial road trip against New York Liberty

BROOKLYN — The Phoenix Mercury look to bounce back from Wednesday’s loss as they open a five-game road trip against the New York Liberty on Friday. Phoenix Preview The Mercury fell to the Atlanta Dream on July 23, losing 90-79 in their first game back from the All-Star break.

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Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / July 24

Mercury unites with community for Originativ Night honoring Arizona Tribes

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury held their third annual Originativ Night on Wednesday, honoring and showcasing the cultures of Arizona’s 22 Native American tribes.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / July 24

Mercury struggle in second-half opener against Atlanta Dream

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury couldn’t get into a groove to start the second half of the season, falling to the Atlanta Dream, 90-79, on Wednesday night.

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 / Burn City Sports / July 22

Mercury’s Held nearing return after scary lung injury against Liberty

PHOENIX — Phoenix Mercury guard Lexi Held is nearing the end of her recovery after suffering a collapsed lung in a game against the New York Liberty last month.

WNBA News / Hardwood Heroics / July 18

'So Polarizing For Nothing': Caitlin Clark Being Targeted By Diana Taurasi And Others Puzzles Seth Rollins

Seth Rollins isn’t buying the criticisms surrounding Caitlin Clark, which he claimed were unnecessary. Moreover, the WWE legend also slammed beliefs that Clark will never flourish in the professional scene, a sentiment previously said by now-retired WNBA icon Diana Taurasi back in 2024.

WNBA News / Hardwood Heroics / July 17

Paige Bueckers Shares Thankful Message To Diana Taurasi In ESPYs

Paige Bueckers found herself an inspiration in Diana Taurasi, one of her greatest predecessors at UConn. As Taurasi received the ESPY’s Icon Award honoring her 20-year career, Bueckers immediately showed love for the legend, who also supported her as one of the WNBA’s new faces.

Phoenix Mercury News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Phoenix Mercury Make Roster Move Before WNBA All-Star Break

After finishing the 2024 WNBA season at 19-21 and missing out on the playoffs, Phoenix entered 2025 with sweeping changes. The franchise is playing its

DeWanna Bonner News / Field Level Media / July 7

Report: DeWanna Bonner to join Mercury after Fever split

WNBA star DeWanna Bonner is returning to where her professional career began and signing with the Phoenix Mercury, ESPN reported Monday. Terms of their agreement were not yet known, with the report indicating Bonner would sign in the days to come.

Satou Sabally News / Yardbarker / June 28

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Paige Bueckers News / Yardbarker / June 13

Paige Bueckers' historic performance had Mercury calling out WNBA

Paige Bueckers made WNBA history on Wednesday night, tying Caitlin Clark's rookie scoring record of 35 points. The attention garnered by the performance, which came in a losing effort, left her opponent feeling overlooked.

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