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Remembering The 2025 Mercury's Effort On The Defensive End

Defense is one of the keys to success, and the Phoenix Mercury have had some exceptional defenders. Whether it is getting blocks, getting steals or simply defending a team's top player, a contending team needs players who shine in that area.

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Phoenix Struggles, Finds A Star in 2013

It has been a few years since the Phoenix Mercury had a first-round pick, but they have found some talented players in later rounds. Phoenix's last first-round pick was in 2020, and the franchise drafted Jocelyn Willoughby.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 25

Phoenix Competes, Gets Swept By Eastern Conference Contender

The 2015 Phoenix Mercury's series with the Washington Mystics ended in a tie, but the Mercury lost their series against another Eastern Conference team.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 25

Mercury's Taurasi Offers Big Co-Sign to Caitlin Clark

Phoenix Mercury great Diana Taurasi accomplished many things in her career, and she inspired players who came after her. She had a long, successful career, and when she decided to retire, she was the WNBA all-time leading scorer.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 25

Phoenix Draft Pick Megan Franza Plays Well For Washington

In some cases, the Phoenix Mercury drafted players who did not suit up for them. Tauja Catchings is an example, and she was Phoenix's third-round pick in 2000.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 25

Mercury's Johnson Succeeds In Her Time With The Team

Temeka Johnson played for the Phoenix Mercury during a crucial time, and her talents helped the team achieve something special. The Mercury won their second championship with Johnson, and they beat the Indiana Fever to win it all.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 25

Four Players Add To Phoenix's Legacy

The Phoenix Mercury have had four players who wore No. 15, and that number appeared in Phoenix's second season. Andrea Kuklova wore it, and she was one of the Mercury's picks in that year's draft.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 25

International Players Help The Mercury Improve In 2006

The 2006 Phoenix Mercury had a solid season, and they added a new star in the process. They drafted Cappie Pondexter, and she became one of the team's top players.

Phoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / March 24

Mercury’s 2026 WNBA season outlook after historic CBA negotiations

Six months prior, Phoenix Mercury general manager Nick U’Ren braced himself for an offseason of uncertainty due to the looming WNBA, CBA agreement. 24 hours before, Phoenix was in the WNBA Finals, and eventually swept by the Las Vegas Aces.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 24

Phoenix Wins It All, Meets Players With Mercury Ties

The Phoenix Mercury's 2014 season has been discussed in the past, and it will be talked about for years to come. They made history that year, as they finished that season with a record of 29-5.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 24

The Mercury Move The Ball, Make Playoffs In 2020

The 2020 season is one of the WNBA's most unique. That was a challenging time for everyone, and while the season was delayed, the saga continued. The world was at a standstill during the pandemic, and the WNBA adapted to those circumstances.

Kalani Brown News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 24

Mercury's Brown Contributes Throughout The Season

The Phoenix Mercury added several new players in 2025, and Kalani Brown was one of them. She played for the Dallas Wings in the previous season, but the Mercury acquired her in a deal that brought two new stars.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 24

Taylor And More International Stars Help Phoenix In 2005

The Phoenix Mercury had a successful 2004 season, and it was due to the new additions. They added Penny Taylor in a dispersal draft, and they selected Diana Taurasi in the 2004 WNBA Draft.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 24

Mercury Find Talented Players, Both Wear No. 17

When it comes to No. 17, two Phoenix Mercury players have worn that number. This is one of the unique numbers, and it took a while before it made its appearance.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 24

Phoenix Mercury Announce 2026 Preseason Games

The Phoenix Mercury had a successful 2025 season , and before that, they faced Western Conference foes in the preseason. The Mercury had games against the Las Vegas Aces and the Golden State Valkyries, and both of those games were losses.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 24

Mercury Struggle Against Conference Rivals In 2016

The Phoenix Mercury were a playoff team in 2016, and their play during all of their season series played a role in their success. Phoenix did well against East teams, and when it came to the matchups with Western Conference teams, the Mercury faced some tough opponents.

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Why Mercury legend Diana Taurasi is ‘proud’ of historic WNBA CBA agreement

Diana Taurasi has seen just about everything a legend can see in the WNBA. The former Phoenix Mercury star has won nearly every accolade possible. However, the biggest accolade she experienced since retiring may be the historic WNBA-CBA agreement.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / March 23

Phoenix Mercury’s preseason start blends local ties with international competition

PHOENIX — A new season is upon the Phoenix Mercury, and they’ll open their 2026 preseason with a blend of homecoming and international flair. Phoenix is set to face the Chicago Sky on April 25 at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, marking the first time a WNBA game will be played in the state.

Satou Sabally News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / March 23