Phoenix Mercury

PHOENIX, AZ- AUGUST 10: Brittney Griner #42 of the Phoenix Mercury looks on during the game against the Dallas Wings on August 10, 2019 at the Talking Stick Resort Arena, in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images)

What’s next? The aftermath of Saturday night in Phoenix

Takeaways: Short-handed Mercury end Mystics’ winning streak

Connecticut Sun grind out a win against the Phoenix Mercury

Takeaways: In a battle of All-Stars, Washington’s Delle Donne and Toliver beat Phoenix’s Griner and Bonner

PHOENIX, AZ- JULY 23: Head Coach Sandy Brondello hi-fives Briann January #12 of the Phoenix Mercury on July 23, 2019 at the Talking Stick Resort Arena, in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Phoenix Mercury complete season sweep of Indiana Fever with blowout win

PHOENIX, AZ- JULY 14: The Phoenix Mercury react after a game against the Dallas Wings on July 14, 2019 at the Talking Stick Resort Arena, in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Mercury at the midpoint: Taurasi recovery, rebounding among many concerns

PHOENIX, AZ- JULY 14: Diana Taurasi #3 and Camille Little #20 of Phoenix Mercury smile after a game against the Dallas Wings on July 14, 2019 at the Talking Stick Resort Arena, in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Phoenix Mercury vs Dallas Wings: You again?

PHOENIX, AZ- JULY 14: Diana Taurasi #3 and Camille Little #20 of Phoenix Mercury smile after a game against the Dallas Wings on July 14, 2019 at the Talking Stick Resort Arena, in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Next woman up: Camille Little shines off the bench as Phoenix Mercury win, 69-64

Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi (3) during the WNBA game between the Phoenix Mercury and the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, Connecticut, USA on July 12, 2019. Photo Credit: Chris Poss

Diana Taurasi (mostly) welcomed back by Connecticut

PHOENIX, AZ - MAY 20: Camille Little #20 of the Phoenix Mercury poses for portraits at The Phoenix Mercury Media Day on May 20, 2019 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Camille Little prepares for life off the court

PHOENIX, AZ- MAY 11: Sophie Cunningham #9 of the Phoenix Mercury hi-fives teammates during a pre-season game on May 11, 2019 at the Talking Stick Resort Arena, in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

As Mercury beat Fever, Cunningham the unexpected standout in battle of rookies

PHOENIX, AZ- MAY 11: Diana Taurasi #3 of the Phoenix Mercury looks on during a pre-season game on May 11, 2019 at the Talking Stick Resort Arena, in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Projecting the Phoenix Mercury rotation upon the return of Diana Taurasi

PHOENIX, AZ - JULY 21: Briann January #12 of the Phoenix Mercury handles the ball against the Minnesota Lynx on July 21, 2018 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Did the Phoenix Mercury turn a corner against the Sparks?

PHOENIX, AZ- JUNE 23: The Phoenix Mercury reacts to play during the game against the Los Angeles Sparks on June 23, 2019 at the Talking Stick Resort Arena, in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Mercury defense rounding into form just in time for Taurasi’s return

PHOENIX, AZ - MAY 20: Diana Taurasi #3 of the Phoenix Mercury poses for portraits at The Phoenix Mercury Media Day on May 20, 2019, at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Mercury offense ready for return of Diana Taurasi

PHOENIX, AZ - MAY 31: Brittney Griner #42 of Phoenix Mercury celebrates after the game against the Las Vegas Aces on May 31, 2019 at the Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

‘Better team’ won: L.A. Sparks defeat Phoenix Mercury on Pride Night

UNCASVILLE, CONNECTICUT- August 17: Jonquel Jones #35 of the Connecticut Sun shoots another three point basket during the Connecticut Sun Vs Minnesota Lynx, WNBA regular season game at Mohegan Sun Arena on August 17, 2018 in Uncasville, Connecticut. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)

WNBA Week Two: Jonquel Jones and DeWanna Bonner win player of the week

Minneapolis, MN-June 6: Minnesota Lynx guard Odyssey Sims drove against Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner (42) in the third quarter at Target Center in Minneapolis. (Photo by Jeff Wheeler/Star Tribune via Getty Images)

Lynx-Mercury takeaways: Bonner’s big night not enough

SEATTLE, WA - AUGUST 26: Leilani Mitchell #5 of the Phoenix Mercury handles the ball during the game against the Seattle Storm during Game One of the 2018 WNBA Semifinals on August 26, 2018 at KeyArena in Seattle, Washington. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Joshua Huston/NBAE via Getty Images)

What the expected Leilani Mitchell addition means for Phoenix Mercury

GREENSBORO, NC - MARCH 03: Louisville Cardinals guard Arica Carter (11) drives to the basket on North Carolina State Wolfpack guard Kaila Ealey (2) during the ACC women's tournament game between the NC State Wolfpack and the Louisville Cardinals on March 3, 2018, at Greensboro Coliseum Complex in Greensboro, NC. (Photo by William Howard/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Mercury waive rookie Arica Carter, likely clearing way for Leilani Mitchell

PHOENIX, AZ - MAY 31: Brittney Griner #42 of Phoenix Mercury celebrates after the game against the Las Vegas Aces on May 31, 2019 at the Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Mercury top Aces in Liz Cambage’s Las Vegas debut

PHOENIX, AZ - AUGUST 31: Yvonne Turner #6 of the Phoenix Mercury handles the ball against the Seattle Storm during Game Three of the WNBA Semifinals on August 31, 2018 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images)

Mercury guards step up as Phoenix seeks right offensive mix

LAS VEGAS, NV - JUNE 17: A'ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces drives against Sancho Lyttle #31 of the Phoenix Mercury on June 17, 2018 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Todd Lussier/NBAE via Getty Images)

More on Sancho Lyttle’s questionable status for Mercury against Aces

WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 30: DeWanna Bonner #24 of the Phoenix Mercury handles the ball against the Washington Mystics on June 30, 2018 at the Verizon Center in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE. (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

The adaptable DeWanna Bonner keeps adjusting after reaching ‘another level’ in 2018

PHOENIX, AZ - SEPTEMBER 2: Head CoachSandy Brondello of Phoenix Mercury talks to media at the Post Game interview after the game against the Seattle Storm during Game Four of the 2018 WNBA Semifinals on September 02, 2018 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, AZ. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

UPDATED: Phoenix Mercury practice notes: Taurasi updates, Mitchell not sighted

SEATTLE - MAY 27: Sancho Lyttle #21, Michelle Snow #2 and Sheryl Swoopes #22 of the Houston Comets talk things over as they return to the court after a timeout in their WNBA game with the Seattle Storm on May 27, 2005 at Key Arena in Seattle, Washington. NOTE TO USER: User Expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2005 NBAE. (Photo by Jeff Reinking/NBAE via Getty Images)

Who helped the Mercury veterans when they were rookies?

PHOENIX, AZ - JULY 5: Diana Taurasi #3 of the Phoenix Mercury and DeWanna Bonner #24 of the Phoenix Mercury react during the game against the Connecticut Sun on July 5, 2018 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Phoenix Mercury get younger with their opening night roster

PHOENIX, AZ - SEPTEMBER 2: The Phoenix Mercury huddles up after the game against the Seattle Storm during Game Four of the 2018 WNBA Semifinals on September 02, 2018 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, AZ. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Phoenix Mercury and Diana Taurasi have ‘unfinished business’