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Takeaways from Phoenix Mercury’s season opener in Las Vegas

As a new banner was raised up high on Tuesday night at Michelob Ultra Arena, the Phoenix Mercury left Las Vegas more battle-tested than they came in. The sport of basketball is a game of runs, driven by swings in momentum and the collective energy of players and fans alike.

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Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts highlights how team will adapt without Brittney Griner

The Phoenix Mercury fell 89-80 to the Las Vegas Aces on Tuesday night despite showing a valiant effort, but that wasn’t the only adversity that has been dealt their way this week.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / May 15

A’ja Wilson dominates with 30-point performance, Aces beat Mercury 89-80

LAS VEGAS – A’ja Wilson dropped 30 points for the Las Vegas Aces as they held off the Phoenix Mercury and won 89-80. Jackie Young added 23 points and Kelsey Plum went for 19 for the Aces (1-0).

Phoenix Mercury News / Sporting News / May 14

Most points in WNBA debut: How Caitlin Clark compares to Candace Parker, Diana Taurasi, others in history

Here's how Caitlin Clark's debut point total compares to other WNBA stars, including Candace Parker and Diana Taurasi.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / 10 minutes ago

Mercury announce 11-player roster for 2024 season before facing Aces

Even though star center Brittney Griner sustained a toe fracture to her left foot, the Phoenix Mercury will roll into their season opener against the Las Vegas Aces tonight with 11 players officially on the roster.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / 1 hour ago

Mercury, Aces reveal game statuses prior to opening night clash

The Phoenix Mercury and Las Vegas Aces are set to clash on opening night in “Sin City,” but the teams will see at least one player miss out from each side with injuries.

WNBA News / Action Network / May 14

WNBA best bets: Expert picks, player props, prediction for Opening Night 5/14

The 28th season of the WNBA is here! With a star-studded opening night, Action Network experts went with player props for a few notable names taking center stage for Tuesday night.

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Brittney Griner News / Burn City Sports / May 13

$Mercury suffer major blow, Brittney Griner out indefinitely with toe fracture$

Mercury suffer major blow, Brittney Griner out indefinitely with toe fracture

Just as the Phoenix Mercury were finishing their preparations before their regular season opener against the Las Vegas Aces, they have given an update on star Brittney Griner who has been battling a foot injury.

Phoenix Mercury News / Field Level Media / 1 hour ago

$Mercury C Brittney Griner (fractured toe) out multiple weeks$

Mercury C Brittney Griner (fractured toe) out multiple weeks

Phoenix Mercury standout center Brittney Griner fractured a toe on her left foot and will be re-evaluated in the "coming weeks," the team said Monday. The manner in which Griner sustained the injury hasn't been divulged.

Phoenix Mercury News / Yardbarker / 4 hours ago

Mercury announce devastating injury on eve of WNBA season

One day before the start of the 2024 WNBA regular season, the Mercury announced that a key player has a fractured toe and "will be out and re-evaluated in the coming weeks."

CBS Sports rates Mercury 5th in power rankings ahead of 2024 WNBA season

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Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / 10 minutes ago

CBS Sports rates Mercury 5th in power rankings ahead of 2024 WNBA season

On the eve of the 2024 WNBA regular season’s opening night, teams like the Phoenix Mercury are finalizing their rosters and are set for the first tip-off.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / 18 hours ago

Mercury have interesting decision to make with one roster spot still open

With the roster cut deadline set on Monday before the 2024 WNBA regular season begins Tuesday, the Phoenix Mercury have 11 out of 12 roster spots filled and will search for someone to fill the vacancy.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / May 13

Mercury waive seven players, including both 2024 WNBA Draft picks

With the roster cuts expected before Monday’s deadline, the Phoenix Mercury have waived seven players as they try to figure out what the team will look like come the start of the 2024 WNBA season.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / May 11

Watch: Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts identifies positives, things needed to be worked on after loss to Sparks

Alongside his daughter Jordyn, Phoenix Mercury head coach Nate Tibbetts shared his thoughts on how his team was neck-and-neck with the Los Angeles Sparks

Kahleah Copper News / Burn City Sports / May 11

Watch: Kahleah Copper, Kiki Herbert Harrigan sum up Mercury’s preseason loss to Sparks

The Phoenix Mercury fell 98-85 to the Los Angeles Sparks on Friday night, going 0-2 in preseason. Mercury guard Kahleah Copper led the team in points with 16 while Kiki Hebert Harrigan had nine, including going a perfect 3-for-3 from three, in the defeat.

WNBA News / Burn City Sports / May 10

Azurá Stevens, Julie Allemand to miss Sparks vs. Mercury

The Los Angeles Sparks are set to take on the Phoenix Mercury in preseason, and two players are out with injuries heading into the game. OUT – F Azurá Stevens (left arm) OUT – G Julie Allemand (right ankle) Both Stevens and Allemand did not play in the Sparks’ 84-79 victory over the Seattle Storm last Saturday.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / May 10

Mercury excited for Kahleah Copper, Natasha Cloud to help the team rebound after disappointing 2023 season

Following last season in which they finished 9-31, there were going to be major changes to the Phoenix Mercury going into 2024. When team owner Mat Ishbia

Phoenix Mercury News / FanNation Kicks / May 4

Sabrina Ionescu Gives Exciting Update On Her Nike Sneaker Line

Women's basketball has reached unprecedented levels of popularity and excitement over the past year. Not only are the lady hoopers stealing the spotlight in the sports world, but they are also beginning to dominate the sneaker industry.

WNBA News / Hardwood Heroics / April 30

Diana Taurasi Fuels Caitlin Clark Beef Even More With Rebuttal on ‘Sensitive’ Fans

Even after becoming the biggest name in women’s basketball lately, Caitlin Clark still has her fair share of critics out there. Among them is Phoenix Mercury star Diana Taurasi and how her ongoing beef with the Indiana Fever rookie is making headlines right before the new WNBA season is set to start.