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Why Valériane Ayayi’s Mercury debut was worth wait after Euro team’s controversial ‘blocking’ tactic

May 13, 2026 @ 12:43pm

PHOENIX– Valériane Ayayi’s debut was worth the wait. Six points, four rebounds, three assists, and a steal in 17 minutes was impressive for a first game. However, she should’ve been active for the season opener but had some hurdles to clear. She missed two games due to needing clearance from FIBA after playing overseas. There […] The post Why Valériane Ayayi’s Mercury debut was worth wait after Euro team’s controversial ‘blocking’ tactic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Why Nate Tibbetts calls Mercury GM ‘legend’ amid hot start

May 10, 2026 @ 8:32pm

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The word “legend” or “legendary” is thrown around too much in sports, especially in the WNBA. However, it seems that Phoenix Mercury general manager Nick U’Ren might be in that category, at least according to the man who was hired by him, Nate Tibbetts. “He’s a legend in Phoenix,” he explained pregame via Conrado Pascual […] The post Why Nate Tibbetts calls Mercury GM ‘legend’ amid hot start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Alyssa Thomas’ influence gets glowing review from Mercury newcomers

May 4, 2026 @ 11:23pm

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PHOENIX– The more that players trickle into the Phoenix Mercury roster, the more that Alyssa Thomas’s influence on the organization becomes paramount. As soon as Thomas re-signed with the Mercury, the organization knew that another WNBA Finals run was possible. So much so that general manager Nick U’Ren continues to build the ideal team around […] The post Alyssa Thomas’ influence gets glowing review from Mercury newcomers appeared first on ClutchPoints.