
Mercury Edge Past Fire in Close Contest
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.
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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.