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Hailey Van Lith reacts to perfect 20-point preseason game after offseason injury rehab

Apr 26, 2026 @ 11:53am

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Hailey Van Lith scored 20 points on a perfect 8-for-8 shooting line in the second half of the Chicago Sky’s preseason opener against the Phoenix Mercury, using extended minutes to show progress following an offseason ankle injury. With both teams resting starters after halftime, Van Lith played with a group competing for roster spots and […] The post Hailey Van Lith reacts to perfect 20-point preseason game after offseason injury rehab appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Former 7th overall pick agrees to buyout with Mercury

Apr 16, 2026 @ 11:06pm

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Banking on an inspired run, the Phoenix Mercury made it to the WNBA Finals last season. They, however, got swept by the Las Vegas Aces. Surely, they are motivated to seek redemption when the new season opens in May. The Mercury selected Ines Pitarch-Granel of France (27th overall) and Eszter Ratkai of Hungary (42nd overall) […] The post Former 7th overall pick agrees to buyout with Mercury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Mercury GM reveals Satou Sabally replacement after departure for Liberty

Apr 16, 2026 @ 4:05pm

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For the first time since the newly ratified CBA, Phoenix Mercury general manager Nick U’Ren addressed reporters in a Zoom meeting on Wednesday for a debrief. From Satou Sabally leaving the Mercury to re-signing DeWanna Bonner, there were a myriad of questions. After Phoenix didn’t apply the core extension to Sabally, it felt like a […] The post Mercury GM reveals Satou Sabally replacement after departure for Liberty appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kahleah Copper staying with Mercury on two-year contract

Apr 12, 2026 @ 9:45pm

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The Phoenix Mercury have made a major decision when it came their desire to remain with veteran star Kahleah Copper for the long term. Copper is approaching the 11th season of her WNBA career, her third with the Mercury. She stands out as one of the best scorers in the entire league, helping Phoenix make […] The post Kahleah Copper staying with Mercury on two-year contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Alyssa Thomas returning to Mercury in free agency after WNBA Finals loss

Apr 12, 2026 @ 5:30pm

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The Phoenix Mercury found a lot of success last season, and it was due to some of the top players on the team. Alyssa Thomas is one of those players, and it was recently announced that she is returning to the team, according to the team. “Alyssa is a generational player, natural leader and one […] The post Alyssa Thomas returning to Mercury in free agency after WNBA Finals loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Alyssa Thomas expected to return to Mercury after MVP caliber season

Apr 10, 2026 @ 1:45pm

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The first domino for the Phoenix Mercury in free agency happened on Friday, as MVP frontrunner Alyssa Thomas is expected to re-sign, according to Sean Hurd of ESPN. This comes after Satou Sabally announced she was departing the team and heading for unrestricted free agency. Nonetheless, the franchise could get its top player back. Now, […] The post Alyssa Thomas expected to return to Mercury after MVP caliber season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Mercury’s Satou Sabally bids farewell to her time in Phoenix

Apr 8, 2026 @ 2:10pm

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One season ago, the Phoenix Mercury traded for Satou Sabally. But her time in the Valley of the Sun is coming to an end. She posted on her personal Instagram account this response: “My best year yet. Thank you, Phoenix.” The news comes as a bit of a surprise, but not entirely so. The Mercury […] The post Mercury’s Satou Sabally bids farewell to her time in Phoenix appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Satou Sabally makes decision on future with Mercury

Apr 7, 2026 @ 11:17pm

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Despite losing Diana Taurasi to retirement and Brittney Griner to the Atlanta Dream in free agency, the Phoenix Mercury surprised the league after making an inspired run to the WNBA Finals. With Satou Sabally, Kahleah Copper, Alyssa Thomas, DeWanna Bonner, and Sami Whitcomb leading the charge, the Mercury showed that they were far from being […] The post Satou Sabally makes decision on future with Mercury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Who Mercury must pursue after shocking Sky-Dream Angel Reese trade

Apr 6, 2026 @ 1:14pm

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The WNBA free agency period is officially underway after a shocking Angel Reese trade. The Chicago Sky sent the All-Star to the Atlanta Dream for a 2027 and 2028 first-round pick. They could be the catalyst for the Phoenix Mercury making their own move. One of those could involve upgrading the center position. Although Natasha […] The post Who Mercury must pursue after shocking Sky-Dream Angel Reese trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Caitlin Clark, WNBA Stars React to Lexie Hull's Swimsuit Photos

Mar 31, 2026 @ 11:37am

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Lexie Hull's vacation photos with her fiancé Will Matthiessen sparked reactions from Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston and more.

Mercury’s 2026 WNBA season outlook after historic CBA negotiations

Mar 24, 2026 @ 1:07pm

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Six months prior, Phoenix Mercury general manager Nick U’Ren braced himself for an offseason of uncertainty due to the looming WNBA, CBA agreement. 24 hours before, Phoenix was in the WNBA Finals, and eventually swept by the Las Vegas Aces. Still, the trio of Kahleah Copper, Alyssa Thomas, and Satou Sabally all showed major promise […] The post Mercury’s 2026 WNBA season outlook after historic CBA negotiations appeared first on ClutchPoints.