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The Phoenix Mercury have been around since the beginning, and they have lost players this way. </description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:25:46 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7458,h_4195,x_0,y_530/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kmw3wdpbrg93xg369h.jpg" caption="Aug 19, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; The Phoenix Mercury pose for a photo before the game against the Golden State Valkyries at Chase Center. 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She was drafted in the same year as a dominant center. </description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 14:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6708,h_3773,x_0,y_421/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kms7p4x2yws65xnntx.jpg" caption="Aug 3, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi (3) warms up prior to the first half against the Atlanta Dream at Footprint Center. 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Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images | David Butler II-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Telisha Quarles&#39; Virginia Days Lead To Mercury Drafting Her</title><link>https://www.si.com/wnba/mercury/phoenix-telisha-quarles-virginia-days-lead-drafting-her?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Davion Moore</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmsdy7hedv</guid><description>The Phoenix Mercury drafted Telisha Quarles in 2003, and before that time, she was a great player at Virginia. </description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 11:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8158,h_4588,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kmshyk5vem53t7k7vz.jpg" caption="Fans cheer during the game between the Fever and Mercury at PHX Arena in Phoenix on Aug. 7, 2025. | Patrick Breen/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mercury&#39;s Exceptional Players Wear No. 13</title><link>https://www.si.com/wnba/mercury/phoenix-exceptional-players-wear-no-13?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Davion Moore</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kms77zk8sy</guid><description>Four players have worn No. 13 for the Phoenix Mercury, and this is a number that will not appear anytime in the near future. </description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 10:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2796,h_1572,x_0,y_228/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kmsmdt9cyrn95zdnyz.jpg" caption="June 10, 2010; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Penny Taylor grabs a loose ball during the first half against the Minnesota Lynx at US Airways Center.  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They drafted a star, and she helped them make history. </description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:42 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7008,h_3942,x_0,y_202/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kmmdzndmed6scw3gr2.jpg" caption="Brittney Griner speaks to members of the media at Player 15 HQ in Phoenix on Sept. 26, 2024. | Diannie Chavez/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Phoenix Competes, Gets Swept By Eastern Conference Contender</title><link>https://www.si.com/wnba/mercury/phoenix-competes-gets-swept-by-eastern-conference-contender?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Davion Moore</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmgfean3gn</guid><description>The Phoenix Mercury lost to the New York Liberty in 2015, but they did put up a fight. </description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3059,h_1720,x_0,y_53/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kmhd6ab34055f9gcgz.jpg" caption="Jul 25, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA;  Phoenix Mercury forward DeWanna Bonner (14) gestures after making a three-point shot in the second quarter against the New York Liberty at Barclays Center. 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Recently, she discussed a young star and her performance with the team.</description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5240,h_2947,x_0,y_349/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kmhrkdbzth7vw8hfpt.jpg" caption="Jul 20, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; USA Women&#39;s National Team guard Diana Taurasi (12) during the WNBA All Star game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. 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Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images | Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mercury&#39;s Johnson Succeeds In Her Time With The Team</title><link>https://www.si.com/wnba/mercury/phoenix-johnson-succeeds-in-her-time-with-the-team?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Davion Moore</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmgjrsvasv</guid><description>The Phoenix Mercury added Temeka Johnson before the 2009 season, and she helped the team do something special. </description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2454,h_1380,x_0,y_306/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kmhkwewfb3r550q80b.jpg" caption="Aug 26, 2010; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Temeka Johnson (2) prior to game one of the western conference semi-finals against the San Antonio Silver Stars in the 2010 WNBA Playoffs at US Airways Center.  The Mercury defeated the Silver Stars 106-93.  Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-Imagn Images | Jennifer Stewart-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Four Players Add To Phoenix&#39;s Legacy  </title><link>https://www.si.com/wnba/mercury/four-players-add-to-phoenix-legacy?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Davion Moore</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmhhddrhg8</guid><description>The Phoenix Mercury have had four players who wore No. 15 for them, and some of them were drafted by the franchise. </description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2449,h_1377,x_0,y_53/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kmhq2ce7nnqqmmcxy2.jpg" caption="New Mississippi State women&#39;s basketball coach Nikki McCray-Penson spoke of the importance of relationships and championships during her introductory press conference Tuesday.&#xA;&#xA;Nikki McCray-Penson | Keith Lucas, Mississippi Clarion Ledger via Imagn Content Services, LLC"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>International Players Help The Mercury Improve In 2006</title><link>https://www.si.com/wnba/mercury/international-players-help-phoenix-improve-in-2006?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Davion Moore</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmhdnp7bx8</guid><description>The Phoenix Mercury were two games over .500 in 2006, and their international players contributed to their success. </description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2141,h_1204,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kmhvrfhfy5my5vaw9t.jpg" caption="Sep 25, 2011; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Penny Taylor (13) puts up a shot against the Minnesota Lynx during the second half at the US Airways Center.  The Lynx defeated the Mercury 103-86. 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The Mercury had Penny Taylor, and she was one of the team&#39;s international players. </description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1944,h_1093,x_0,y_207/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kmeqjwp5c4q8vy1y66.jpg" caption="Aug 13, 2008; Beijing, CHINA; Australia forward Penny Taylor (7) shoots as Korea guard Younah Choi (6) watches during the second half of a preliminary round game at the Olympic Basketball Gymnasium during the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. 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Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images | Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Phoenix Mercury Announce 2026 Preseason Games</title><link>https://www.si.com/wnba/mercury/phoenix-announce-2026-preseason-games?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Davion Moore</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmdxybgz76</guid><description>The Phoenix Mercury announced their preseason games, and the first one will be out of state. </description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:00:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3000,h_1687,x_0,y_63/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kmer2k8q0j27whxw2y.jpg" caption="Mercury fans hold up an oversized photo of Alyssa Thomas as Phoenix faces the Chicago Sky for a home game at PHX Arena on Aug. 28, 2025, in Phoenix. | Megan Mendoza/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mercury Struggle Against Conference Rivals In 2016</title><link>https://www.si.com/wnba/mercury/phoenix-struggle-against-conference-rivals-in-2016?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Davion Moore</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmdwgbpkd9</guid><description>The Phoenix Mercury played well against Eastern Conference teams, but their games against Western Conference rivals were somewhat of a different story. </description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1672,h_940,x_0,y_171/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kmexh4y8t7dk3psrm3.jpg" caption="Jul 8, 2012; Seattle, WA, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward DeWanna Bonner (24) moves towards the basket while being guarded by Seattle Storm guard Tanisha Wright (30) during the 1st half at KeyArena. 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The Mercury defeated the Sky 83-62. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. 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The Mercury defeated the Sparks 93-77.  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The Lynx defeated the Mercury 81-69.  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Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images | Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mercury&#39;s Mack Turns Defense Into Offense</title><link>https://www.si.com/wnba/mercury/phoenix-mack-turns-defense-into-offense?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Davion Moore</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkx5z2py64</guid><description>Phoenix Mercury center Natasha Mack is known for her defense, but at certain points of the season, she showed that she can score as well. </description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6339,h_3565,x_0,y_83/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kkyh4qkkgg90fng8z9.jpg" caption="Aug 19, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton (22) drives to the basket against Phoenix Mercury center Natasha Mack (4) in the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images | Eakin Howard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Revisiting The Final Season Of Mercury Great Diana Taurasi</title><link>https://www.si.com/wnba/mercury/revisiting-the-final-season-of-phoenix-great-diana-taurasi-01kkx8zf23q8?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Davion Moore</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkx8zf23q8</guid><description>Phoenix Mercury Diana Taurasi called it a career after the 2024 season, and in that season, she had some big performances. </description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2445,h_1375,x_0,y_255/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kkz67czyb2c9vas8xf.jpg" caption="Jun 30, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi (3) against the Indiana Fever at Footprint Center. 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Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mercury&#39;s Copper Helps Team USA Remain Undefeated</title><link>https://www.si.com/wnba/mercury/phoenix-copper-helps-team-usa-remain-undefeated?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Davion Moore</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkz9gv536w</guid><description>Phoenix Mercury star Kahleah Copper was the leading scorer in Team USA&#39;s last game. </description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3913,h_2201,x_0,y_203/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kkzpnank42s9qe6e9a.jpg" caption="Jul 20, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; USA Women&#39;s National Team guard Kelsey Plum (5), forward Breanna Stewart (10), guard Kahleah Copper (7) and forward A’ja Wilson (9) during the WNBA All Star game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Phoenix Mercury Go International In 2001</title><link>https://www.si.com/wnba/mercury/phoenix-go-international-in-2001?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Davion Moore</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkx7twsta5</guid><description>The 2001 Phoenix Mercury added several international players, and they joined the veterans who were already there. </description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3000,h_1687,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kkym5jtsdqhsvypxwc.jpg" caption="Phoenix Mercury fans cheer in the first half during Game 3 of WNBA semifinals at PHX Arena on Sept. 26, 2025. | Rob Schumacher/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mercury&#39;s Alexis Prince Showcases Her Skills In College</title><link>https://www.si.com/wnba/mercury/phoenix-alexis-prince-showcases-her-skills-in-college?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Davion Moore</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkx9szbv47</guid><description>Alexis Prince had two stints with the Phoenix Mercury, and before that, she played a role in Baylor&#39;s success. </description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3063,h_1722,x_0,y_154/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kkzs2dmm12m926xepd.jpg" caption="May 11, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Alexis Prince (6) against the Golden State Valkyries during a preseason game at PHX Arena. 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Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Phoenix&#39;s New Stars Get Going In The Preseason</title><link>https://www.si.com/wnba/mercury/phoenix-new-stars-get-going-in-the-preseason?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Davion Moore</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkx9g61wfa</guid><description>The Phoenix Mercury added two new stars, and both of them were in action during the preseason.</description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3400,h_1912,x_0,y_167/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/phoenix_mercury_on_si/01kkzfr56ak2qrypsaem.jpg" caption="Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally (0) substitutes for forward Alyssa Thomas (25) during the third quarter at PHX Arena in Phoenix, on May 21, 2025. | Michael Chow/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Davion Moore"></flatplan:author></item></channel></rss>