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📬 Arizona sports in your inbox! https://gophnx.com/newsletter The Phoenix Mercury had their Big 3 fully intact tonight — Copper, Thomas, and Sabally — and still got out-worked at home by an Atlanta team missing Rhyne Howard. Allisha Gray and Brittney Griner combined for 45 points, the defense never settled in, and Phoenix couldn’t find answers on either end. We’re breaking down what went wrong, w...

📬 Arizona sports in your inbox! https://gophnx.com/newsletter The Phoenix Mercury came into this season with questions-galore about their roster, among many other things. In that, they've established a culture, identity, and foundation that's enabled them near seamless navigation of adversity in the form of injury through tbr first third of the season. Faced with yet another round adversity, oper...

📬 Arizona sports in your inbox! https://gophnx.com/newsletter   The WNBA has named its All-Star starters — and while Satou Sabally got her well-earned spot, Alyssa Thomas was SNUBBED, and we’re not about to be normal about it. We’re reacting to the All-Star starter reveal, calling out the disrespect to one of the league’s most dominant forces, and giving Satou her flowers. Meanwhile, the Mercury...

📬 Arizona sports in your inbox! https://gophnx.com/newsletter The Phoenix Mercury made franchise history — again. In their second win over the Liberty this season, Phoenix knocked down a record 18 threes and dished out a record 30 assists on 41 made field goals. Erika and Stephen break down the flamethrower performance from deep, how Alyssa Thomas continues to lead with MVP-level play, and how th...

The Phoenix Mercury let it fly — and the shots just kept falling. Erika, Stephen, and Quita Loves Sports break down Phoenix’s statement win over the Sky, powered by a franchise-record 17 made threes. We’re talking Sami Whitcomb’s flamethrower night, Monique Akoa Makani’s continued rise, Alyssa Thomas orchestrating it all — and Kahleah Copper’s return to Chicago as the Mercury’s depth takes center...

The Phoenix Mercury just handed the New York Liberty a rare loss — and they did it without Kahleah Copper. Alyssa Thomas was the heart, soul, and muscle of the win, dominating both ends of the floor and putting the league on notice: she belongs in every MVP conversation. Erika and Stephen break down AT’s impact, how Monique Akoa Makani & Kit Laksa stepped up, and what this win says about the Mercu...

Kahleah Copper is finally back, and her return couldn’t have come at a better time. With the Mercury’s big three of Copper, Alyssa Thomas, and Satou Sabally finally on the court together, Phoenix gutted out a win over the Aces and now turns its attention to a major road trip against Connecticut and New York. Erika and Stephen break down how Kah’s return changes the Mercury’s ceiling, what the Aces...

Order has been restored in Phoenix. The Mercury are off to a 7-4 start—their best since 2018—and Alyssa Thomas is back to doing what she does best: setting the tone, anchoring the defense, and unlocking the full potential of Satou Sabally. Erika, Stephen, and special guest Nekias Duncan break down how AT’s return has changed the Mercury’s identity, what the team’s recent sellout crowds say about t...

Erika and Stephen dive into a pivotal week for the Phoenix Mercury, as Haley Jones is waived and the team inches closer to full strength with Kahleah Copper, Alyssa Thomas, and Natasha Mack nearing returns. What does a healthy roster mean for Phoenix’s playoff chances? Plus, Nate Tibbetts isn’t just in the Coach of the Year conversation—he’s leading it. We break down the Mercury’s rise in the leag...

Satou Sabally led the Phoenix Mercury with 20 points, but it wasn’t enough to hold off the Seattle Storm in their third matchup of the season—this time ending in a tough home loss. Erika and Stephen break down where things unraveled for Phoenix, including late-game execution issues, a lack of offensive balance behind Sabally, and defensive breakdowns in key moments. Murjanatu Musa continues to sho...

Another double-digit comeback, this time built on lockdown defense and a career night from undrafted rookie Lexi Held, who casually dropped 24 points like she’s been doing this. Erika and Stephen unpack the rise of Held, how Satou Sabally’s leadership is setting the tone, and why Phoenix might just be the most chaotic fun team in the league right now. Then, @christanwnba joins the show to preview...

The Phoenix Mercury opened their Commissioner’s Cup slate with a statement win over the Los Angeles Sparks — and they did it with defense, depth, and a little fire. Kathryn Westbeld earns Player of the Game honors, but Satou Sabally and Sami Whitcomb were just as critical in keeping the Sparks out of rhythm all night. Erika and Stephen break down the impact of Phoenix’s new bench pieces, the tone-...

With Kah & Mack still sidelined, the Phoenix Mercury are showing out thanks to an elite defense and a breakout stretch from their role players. Erika and Stephen dive into the impact of Monique Akoa Makani, Kathryn Westbeld, Kitija Laska, and Lexi Held, plus how Alyssa Thomas and Satou Sabally are setting the tone defensively. We’ll also break down what’s working on offense, the team’s identity ta...

Down two starters? No problem. The Phoenix Mercury stayed locked in and locked down the Los Angeles Sparks behind a huge night from Satou Sabally and a do-it-all performance from Alyssa Thomas. With Kahleah Copper and Natasha Mack still sidelined, AT commanded the floor on both ends, while Satou poured in a game-high 25 points. Erika and Stephen break down the Mercury’s second win at home, the tea...

The Phoenix Mercury opened their season with an 81-59 statement win over the Seattle Storm, and now it’s time to see if they can keep that momentum going through a busy three-game stretch. In this episode, we take a closer look at what made that opening night performance so dominant—Satou Sabally’s explosive scoring, Alyssa Thomas’s all-around leadership, and a defense that set the tone from the j...

The Phoenix Mercury launched their 2025 WNBA season in spectacular fashion, securing an 81–59 triumph over the Seattle Storm at PHX Arena. Satou Sabally led the charge with 27 points, showcasing her prowess on both ends of the court. Alyssa Thomas contributed significantly with 13 points and 4 assists, while Kathryn Westbeld added 7 points, including two crucial three-pointers. The Mercury's defen...

The 2025 WNBA season is here, and the Phoenix Mercury are entering a new era — even if the preseason didn’t go as planned. After going 0–2 and giving the Golden State Valkyries their first franchise win, there’s still plenty of reason for optimism in the Valley.   On this episode of the PHNX Mercury Podcast, hosts Erika LeDay (@erikaleaday) and Stephen Pridgeon-Garner (@StephenPG3) break down what...

The new era of Phoenix Mercury basketball is here, and we’re breaking down everything we learned from Game 1 of the preseason! PHNX Mercury is back as Erika and Stephen dive into the first look at the Mercury’s Big 3 of Kahleah Copper, Alyssa Thomas, and Satou Sabally.    We’re talking roster cuts, starting lineup decisions, shot profile trends, Big 3 usage, defensive identity, and the intense bat...

The Phoenix Mercury are officially in their new era, and Media Day 2025 had all the energy we’ve been waiting for. In this episode, we’re breaking down the biggest moments from Media Day — from Kahleah Copper talking about leading this squad, to Alyssa Thomas bringing that toughness to the desert, and Nate Tibbetts setting the tone in his second year as head coach of the Mercury.   After saying go...

There are a ton of questions swirling around the Phoenix Mercury as the transition into a full fledged roster shift. Do the new big three- Satou Sabally, Alyssa Thomas and Kahleah Copper- have enough to truly contend? What are their routes to success? What will be their identity? Erika Day and Stephen PridGeon-Garner dive into the details on it all in this training camp preview! Follow us on Twitt...

Join us as we dive into the Phoenix Mercury’s transformative 2025 offseason, where they skipped the WNBA Draft but made massive waves with blockbuster acquisitions and fresh talent. We break down the return of All-WNBA star Kahleah Copper, alongside the arrivals of powerhouse forwards Alyssa Thomas and Satou Sabally, forming a dynamic new "Big 3" to elevate the Mercury’s future. Plus, we spotlight...

On today's show, the PHNX Mercury crew will be detailing who Shyla Heal is, what she can potentially bring to the Phoenix Mercury this Summer, and why she may be relevant to their desires for this season and potentially beyond. Get to know one of the WNBL's dynamic guards as Erika Day and Stephen PridGeon-Garner speak on Heal with special guest Peter Brown of basketball.com.au!   0:00 Start 3:50 S...

In this episode, we explore the Phoenix Mercury's offseason and how they shaped a championship-contending roster. We break down Nekias Duncan’s list of the top 20 players in the WNBA, including the standout talent Alyssa Thomas, Kahleah Copper and honorable mention Satou Sabally. Join us as we analyze how these key players can elevate the Mercury's game and help them make a serious push for the ti...

Become a PHNX Diehard for just $4 a month! http://gophnx.com/intro-offer-youtube   The Phoenix Mercury enter 2025 with big changes, and we're here to break it all down. We salute the legendary Diana Taurasi as she steps away from the game, plus dive into the team's new Big 3. From training camp signings to roster updates, we assess how the pieces fit together. We’ll also touch on Alyssa Thomas & S...

Become a PHNX Diehard for just $4 a month! http://gophnx.com/intro-offer-youtube Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi has officially announced her retirement from the WNBA. The league's all-time leading scorer and six-time Olympic gold medalist announced the end to her 20-year playing career in an exclusive interview with TIME. Taurasi hit more three-pointers than anyone in WNBA history and is fou...