Phoenix Mercury

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)

Experienced Mercury ready to mix rookie trio into rotation

Phoenix Mercury trade Stephanie Talbot to Minnesota to solve roster crunch

Phoenix Mercury 2019 season preview: Overcoming the obstacles

Podcast: Mercury season preview with Jeff Metcalfe

SEATTLE, WA - AUGUST 28: Diana Taurasi #3 of the Phoenix Mercury is seen against the Seattle Storm during Game Two of the WNBA SemiFinals 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)

‘I feel great’: Diana Taurasi on her recovery and what she expects from the new-look Mercury

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 10: Jackie Young is interviewed by the media after being drafted number one overall by the Las Vegas Aces 2019 WNBA Draft on April 10, 2019 at Nike New York Headquarters in New York, New York. 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 Catalina Fragoso/NBAE via Getty Images)

ESPN prepares for a WNBA season full of bells, whistles and talent

PHOENIX - JUNE 13: Jennifer Gillom #22 of the Phoenix Mercury excites the crowd against the Detroit Shock during the WNBA Game in Phoenix, Arizona on June 13, 2002. 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. (Photo by Barry Gossage/ WNBAE/ Getty Images)

Jennifer Gillom hired by Phoenix Mercury as player development coach

PHOENIX, AZ - AUGUST 31: (L-R) DeWanna Bonner #24, Diana Taurasi #3 and Brittney Griner #42 of the Phoenix Mercury stand attended for the national anthem before game three of the WNBA Western Conference Finals against the Seattle Storm at Talking Stick Resort Arena on August 31, 2018 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. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Phoenix Mercury add Penny Taylor to coaching staff

UNCASVILLE, CT - JULY 13: Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi (3) dribbles the ball up court during a WNBA game between Phoenix Mercury and Connecticut Sun on July 13, 2018, at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT. Connecticut won 91-87. (Photo by M. Anthony Nesmith/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Diana Taurasi out for 10-12 weeks after undergoing back procedure

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)

‘Before Sue Bird happened’: Q&A with Phoenix Mercury GM Jim Pitman

Alex Simon. (photo courtesy of Phoenix Mercury)

A writer tries out for the Phoenix Mercury practice squad

NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 5: Diana Taurasi #3 of the Phoenix Mercury shoots the ball against the New York Liberty on June 5, 2018 at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York. 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 Steve Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Diana Taurasi set the bar for shooting in 2006, and almost reached it again 12 years later.

LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 20: Cappie Pondexter #25 of the Indiana Fever looks on during a time out against the Los Angeles Sparks during a WNBA basketball game at Staples Center on July 20, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images)

Cappie Pondexter announces her retirement

SEATTLE, WA - MAY 14: Alexis Peterson

Phoenix Mercury sign Alexis Peterson to training camp contract

PHOENIX, AZ - AUGUST 31: (L-R) DeWanna Bonner #24, Diana Taurasi #3 and Brittney Griner #42 of the Phoenix Mercury stand attended for the national anthem before game three of the WNBA Western Conference Finals against the Seattle Storm at Talking Stick Resort Arena on August 31, 2018 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. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

The future comes fast: the Mercury started preparing with the 2019 WNBA Draft

PHOENIX, AZ - AUGUST 31: DeWanna Bonner #24 of the Phoenix Mercury talks with media after the game 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

DeWanna Bonner re-signs with the Phoenix Mercury

LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 27: DeWanna Bonner #24 and Sancho Lyttle #31 of the Phoenix Mercury reacts during game against the Los Angeles Sparks on May 27, 2018 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. 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 Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

Sancho Lyttle re-signs with the Phoenix Mercury

WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 23: Essence Carson #17 of the Los Angeles Sparks drives to the basket against the Washington Mystics in Round Two of the 2018 WNBA Playoffs on August 23, 2018 at George Washington University 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)

What Essence Carson signing with Mercury means for the West

LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 5: Brittney Griner #42 of the Phoenix Mercury and Odyssey Sims #1 of the Los Angeles Sparks talk before the game between the two teams on August 5, 2018 at The Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. 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 Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

Report: Odyssey Sims, Mercury agree to max offer sheet

PHOENIX, AZ - MAY 14: Todd Troxel of the Phoenix Mercury poses for a head shot during Media Day on May 14, 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 fire assistant coach Todd Troxel after assault charge

SEATTLE, WA - SEPTEMBER 4: The Seattle Storm celebrates after the game against the Phoenix Mercury during Game Five of the 2018 WNBA Playoffs on September 4, 2018 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 Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Joshua Huston/NBAE via Getty Images)

Storm advance to WNBA Finals by slaying Taurasi and Mercury

PHOENIX, AZ - SEPTEMBER 2: Diana Taurasi #3 of the Phoenix Mercury shoots the ball 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)

WNBA Takeaways: How Phoenix Mercury forced a Game 5

PHOENIX, AZ - SEPTEMBER 2: Brittney Griner #42 of the Phoenix Mercury shoots the ball 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 Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images)

How Brittney Griner found another gear and kept the Mercury alive

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’s Yvonne Turner stars in starting role in Game 3

PHOENIX, AZ - AUGUST 31: Brittney Griner #42 of the Phoenix Mercury falls over Natasha Howard #6 of the Seattle Storm as they attempt to control the ball during game three of the WNBA Western Conference Finals at Talking Stick Resort Arena on August 31, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Mercury defeated the Storm 86-66. 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. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Seattle Phoenix WNBA Semifinals Game 3 Takeaways

SEATTLE, WA - AUGUST 28: Diana Taurasi #3 of the Phoenix Mercury is seen against the Seattle Storm during Game Two of the WNBA SemiFinals 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)

Storm-Mercury Takeaways Game 2 — What just happened?

SEATTLE, WA - AUGUST 26: Breanna Stewart #30 of the Seattle Storm talks to the media during halftime against the Phoenix Mercury 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)

Breanna Stewart leads way in Storm Game 1 win over Mercury

UNCASVILLE, CT - AUGUST 23: Phoenix Mercury guard Briann January (12), Phoenix Mercury forward Stephanie Talbot (8), Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi (3), Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner (42) and Phoenix Mercury forward DeWanna Bonner (24) during the second round of the WNBA playoff game between Phoenix Mercury and Connecticut Sun on August 23, 2018, at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT. Phoenix won 96-86. (Photo by M. Anthony Nesmith/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

2018 WNBA Playoffs: Connecticut falls victim to Diana Taurasi, Phoenix Mercury