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3 reasons Mercury will beat Liberty in 2025 WNBA Playoffs

Facing the defending WNBA champions in the opening round is no easy task for the Phoenix Mercury. Even after defeating the New York Liberty 3-1 in the regular season series and clinching home court advantage, the playoffs are a different beast.

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Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas named as WNBA Peak Performer

PHOENIX — Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas was named one of the WNBA’s Peak Performers after leading the league in assists this season. The Mercury forward has been an assist machine, averaging 9.2 assists per game this season.

Satou Sabally News / Burn City Sports / September 12

Phoenix Rising support Mercury’s Satou Sabally for All WNBA-Team

PHOENIX — Phoenix Rising FC took to social media Thursday to show support for Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally’s campaign to make the All-WNBA Team, in a show of cross-league support.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / September 12

Mercury end season on bittersweet note as focus turns to playoffs

ARLINGTON — The Phoenix Mercury wrapped up the regular season on Thursday night with a 97-76 loss to the Dallas Wings, but is already shifting their attention to the playoffs.

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Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / September 11

New era in the desert: Rookies help power Phoenix Mercury to WNBA playoffs

PHOENIX — In their first season without Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner, the Phoenix Mercury set out to establish a new identity — and still found themselves back in the playoffs for the 15th time in 17 seasons.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 10

Wings, Mercury clash in inconsequential regular-season finale

There won't be much to play for when the Dallas Wings and Phoenix Mercury clash on Thursday in Arlington, Texas, in the regular-season finale for both teams.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / September 10

Could Angel Reese be a good fit with the Phoenix Mercury?

CHICAGO — Angel Reese’s future with the Chicago Sky may be coming to a close after voicing public frustration with the organization. Could this open the door for Reese to land in the desert?

Alyssa Thomas News / Burn City Sports / September 10

Mercury's Alyssa Thomas joins elite company with eighth triple-double amid MVP push

Thomas’ triple-double came with a little extra history.

Sparks eliminated from playoff race despite win over Mercury

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WNBA News / Burn City Sports / September 10

Phoenix Mercury secure No. 4 seed after loss to Los Angeles Sparks

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury have secured the No. 4 seed in the WNBA playoffs following their loss to the Los Angeles Sparks, 88-83, on Tuesday night.

Nate Tibbetts News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 10

Mercury’s Nate Tibbetts sees ‘great series’ vs. Liberty in 2025 WNBA playoffs

PHOENIX– The atmosphere surrounding the Phoenix Mercury locker room and PHX Arena didn’t feel like a losing one, despite the 88-83 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 10

Kelsey Plum, Sparks eliminated from playoff race despite big win

Dearica Hamby scored 16 of her 25 points in the fourth quarter, Rae Burrell had a career-high 20 points, and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the host Phoenix Mercury 88-83 on Tuesday, although it was not enough to keep the Sparks from playoff elimination.

Phoenix Mercury secure No. 4 seed after loss to Los Angeles Sparks

Mercury's Alyssa Thomas joins elite company with eighth triple-double amid MVP push

25 WNBA players who helped change the game for the better

Alyssa Thomas News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 10

Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas sets new WNBA record with rapid triple-double vs. Sparks

The Phoenix Mercury hosted the Los Angeles Sparks at PHX Arena on Tuesday, and Alyssa Thomas did not waste any time going to work. Thomas knew that the Sparks would come out firing since they were desperately trying to get the win to stay in contention for a spot in the playoffs.

Phoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 9

Mercury’s nightmare scenario for 2025 WNBA playoffs

The clock is ticking towards the start of the 2025 WNBA playoffs, and the Phoenix Mercury are in the thick of the race. A week prior, the Mercury clinched a playoff spot, as well as home court advantage.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / September 8

Mercury return home with playoff seeding at stake against Los Angeles

PHOENIX — With only two games remaining in their regular season and playoff seeding still up in the air, the Phoenix Mercury return home for an important match-up against the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday.

Alyssa Thomas News / Field Level Media / September 6

Mercury star Alyssa Thomas regains single-season assist record

Phoenix Mercury star Alyssa Thomas had 10 assists on Saturday to raise her season total to 342 to reclaim the WNBA single-season assists record. Thomas set the record of 316 in 2023 before Caitlin Clark had 337 assists last season to break the mark.

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WNBA News / Burn City Sports / September 6

Phoenix Mercury fall to Connecticut Sun as team eyes possible adjustments

UNCASVILLE — The Phoenix Mercury had their six-game win streak snapped as they fell to the Connecticut Sun, 87-84, on Saturday afternoon. The Sun took an early lead in the first quarter, but the Mercury were able to bounce back and take a 50-47 lead at the half.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / September 6

Mercury blow chance to keep pace for No. 2 seed with upset loss

The Phoenix Mercury squandered an opportunity to pull even with the Atlanta Dream for second in the WNBA standings on Saturday following an upset 87-84 road loss to the Connecticut Sun (11-31).

Mercury star regains the single-season assist record

Mercury’s Satou Sabally reflects on move to Phoenix, praises rookies

Aces top Lynx, stretch winning streak to a franchise-record 13

Sky suspend Angel Reese following critical comments of team

Natisha Hiedeman's big game for Lynx ruins big night for Valkyries

Sparks go for season sweep of Wings and much-needed win

Phoenix Mercury News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 6