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The WNBA suspended Alyssa Thomas for one game after an incident with Caitlin Clark. Coach Nate Tibbetts criticized the league's investigation, and the Mercury secured a vital win to stay alive in the playoff race.
The Phoenix Mercury ended a four-game losing streak with a dominant 93-73 win over the Seattle Storm, highlighted by a 14-0 third-quarter run and strong performances from Valeriane Ayayi and Kahleah Copper.
Despite a 4‑12 record, the Mercury are leaning on veteran stars and new chemistry, from Napa wine‑tasting trips to film sessions, hoping to turn resilience into wins.
Despite arriving late to camp, Noémie Brochant has quickly become a cornerstone for the Phoenix Mercury, blending defensive grit with offensive efficiency.
After a five‑game injury layoff, Azurá Stevens is back with the Chicago Sky, delivering 11.2 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.4 defensive stats per game while climbing fantasy rankings.
The Golden State Valkyries entered the season with a reputation built on stifling defense, having topped the WNBA in opponent points per game a year ago. Their identity was anchored by a disciplined frontcourt and a knack for forcing opponents into low‑percentage shots.
A look at how Kaila Charles’ refined shooting and shifting roster strategies are shaping the WNBA’s competitive landscape.
The Phoenix Mercury secured a narrow victory over the Portland Fire despite missing two starters, with DeWanna Bonner’s late three‑pointer and flawless free‑throw shooting proving decisive.
Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper is enduring the worst shooting numbers of her 11th WNBA season, yet she and coach Nate Tibbetts remain confident that adjustments and a focus on free‑throw opportunities can restore her impact.
The Mercury fell to a historic defeat against the Lynx, slipping to 2-8 and sparking questions about chemistry, coaching adjustments, and the road ahead.
The NBA's multibillion‑dollar revenue dwarfs the WNBA's $200 million, yet the women's league set a new attendance record in 2025 and is seeing dramatic salary increases for its top players.
From a historic debut against the Las Vegas Aces to a challenging third appearance versus the Minnesota Lynx, Nogić’s early WNBA stint is already rewriting the franchise’s opening chapter.
For the first time, 31 WNBA players will surpass the $1 million mark in a single season, a shift driven by a sweeping new contract that has reshaped the league’s financial landscape.