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How The Mercury Battled Obstacles, Prepared For Playoffs

The Phoenix Mercury made the playoffs this year, which was their second year in a row. The Mercury made the playoffs every year from 2013 to 2022, but a poor 2023 season snapped that streak.

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Candace Parker Boils Caitlin Clark Verdict Down to 2 Words

Candace Parker is one of the most respected voices and analysts in basketball, in both the men's and women's games. She cemented herself as an all-time

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 4

Mercury's Bonner Enters Starting Lineup, Takes Game To Another Level

DeWanna Bonner returned to the Phoenix Mercury this season, and as a reserve, she helped them finish strong. She averaged 10.9 points, 4.3 rebounds and an assist in her 24 games with the Mercury, and she had some big performances in that time.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 4

How Mercury's Taurasi Helped Team USA In 2008

Diana Taurasi suited up for Team USA multiple times over the years. She joined them for the first time in 2004, which was her rookie season. Before being drafted, the star guard also helped the UConn Huskies win another championship.

WNBA News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 4

How The Mercury's Offense Helped Them Navigate Difficult Season

The Phoenix Mercury's 2023 season was one of their worst, as they finished with a record of 9-31. They struggled throughout the year, but they picked up wins here and there.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 4

How Candice Dupree Helped Phoenix In The 2016 Season

Candice Dupree joined the Phoenix Mercury before the 2010 season. The Mercury acquired her in a trade, and they gave up Cappie Pondexter . Dupree played well in her first year with the Mercury, and she averaged 15.7 points, 7.6 rebounds, 1.3 assists and a steal.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 4

Candace Parker shares opinion on Dallas Wings' top pick

The Dallas Wings are on the clock with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, where they could select UConn guard Azzi Fudd to pair with her former teammate and current girlfriend Paige Bueckers.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 4

How Mercury's Anete Jekabsone-Zogota Won Her First Championship

The 2014 Phoenix Mercury team was a legendary group, and no matter how many minutes someone played, they contributed. That team finished the season with a record of 29-5, and that dominant period led to the franchise's third championship.

Indiana Fever News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / December 3

Exclusive: Fever’s Sophie Cunningham on the growth of the WNBA

Sophie Cunningham is sharing what it means to her to be a part of the growth of the WNBA. If you’ve been in conversations about the WNBA recently, it’s not by accident.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / December 3

Indiana Fever Share Lexie Hull Update Away From Basketball

Lexie Hull had a big year with the Indiana Fever in 2025, averaging 7.2 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.2 steals. She shot 39.5% from the field and 36.7% from deep, establishing herself as a reliable starter for the squad.

Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 3

Dallas Wings players expected to be hot commodity in upcoming WNBA Expansion Draft

The Dallas Wings have an interesting offseason ahead of them. They already have a superstar in Paige Bueckers, but they need to build a much better roster around her.

Dallas Wings News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / December 3

Candace Parker would prefer Azzi Fudd not join Paige Bueckers in Dallas

So far, Azzi Fudd is living it up in her final year at UConn. Meanwhile, her former teammate Paige Bueckers is coming off winning Rookie of the Year with the Dallas Wings.

Seattle Storm News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / December 3

Nneka Ogwumike again calls out WNBA amid contentious CBA talks

The WNBA’s intense CBA negotiations are still ongoing, with no end in sight. Meanwhile, Seattle Storm veteran and WNBPA president Nneka Ogwumike is front and center.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 3

How Mercury's Copper Received Recognition

The Phoenix Mercury added a special player when they brought in Kahleah Copper . They acquired her in a trade, and since her arrival, she has been one of the team's best players.

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Dallas Wings News / Dallas Wings on SI / December 3

Dallas Wings projected to lose 4-time All-Star in WNBA Expansion Draft

The WNBA is set to go through a two-team expansion draft this offseason, as the Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire are set to join the league. It'll be the second year in a row of an expansion draft, as the Golden State Valkyries joined the league for the 2025 season, and they surprised many by making the playoffs this year.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / December 3

Aliyah Boston Reveals Caitlin Clark's 3-Word Message About Fever Team USA Reunion

Indiana Fever fans have already waited nearly five months since the last time they got to see superstar guard Caitlin Clark competing on the court. Her

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 3

Why The Mercury's 2007 Preseason Motivated Them

The Phoenix Mercury had a memorable year in 2007. After years of missing the playoffs, the Mercury made the postseason for the first time since 2000, and it resulted in a championship.

Phoenix Mercury News / Phoenix Mercury On SI / December 3

Why Phoenix's Offense Helped Them Reach The Finals

The Phoenix Mercury were a great team in 1998, and they accomplished something for the first time in history. They reached the WNBA Finals, and while they lost to the Houston Comets, they showed that they were a contending team.

Chicago Sky News / Chicago Sky On SI / December 3

Sky Should Trade Draft Picks with Mystics Again

Since Jeff Pagliocca has taken over as the general manager of the Chicago Sky, he has been consistent on a few accounts. Though, unfortunately, one of those two are back-to-back losing seasons and missing the WNBA Playoffs for the second year in a row, he has made some major deals before either season started.