Phoenix Mercury

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

Did the Phoenix Mercury turn a corner against the Sparks?

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

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’

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, AZ - AUGUST 12: Stephanie Talbot #8 of the Phoenix Mercury looks to pass the ball against the Los Angeles Sparks on August 12, 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)

Phoenix Mercury trade Stephanie Talbot to Minnesota to solve roster crunch

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 10: Cristy Hedgpeth poses with Alanna Smith after being drafted eighth overall by the Phoenix Mercury during the 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 Steven Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Phoenix Mercury 2019 season preview: Overcoming the obstacles

TEMPE, AZ - AUGUST 21: Diana Taurasi #3 of the Phoenix Mercury walks up the court during the game against the Dallas Wings in Round One of the 2018 WNBA Playoffs on August 21, 2018 at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe, 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)

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