Why Mercury's Bonner And More Will Shine In Game 3

The Phoenix Mercury are seeking their first win of the series, and some of their best players will help make it happen.

Sep 19, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) and Phoenix Mercury forward DeWanna Bonner (14) react after a foul call against the New York Liberty during the first half of game three of round one for the 2025 WNBA Playoffs at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images / Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

The Phoenix Mercury are heading home, as they will host the Las Vegas Aces for the next two games. Las Vegas has a 2-0 lead over Phoenix, as they picked up a 91-79 win in the last game.

Phoenix may be down, but they are not out. They have a chance to pick up a win, and they can go a step further and tie the series. In order for that to happen, they need their stars. Their stars need to shine, and it all begins with Kahleah Copper.

1.) Kahleah Copper

Copper continues to stand out in this series, as she has had hot starts in both games. She had 19 points in the first half of Game 1, and she kept that momentum going in the second game. She has been the team's leading scorer in both games, and with the way she has played, there is a strong chance that trend continues.

Sep 17, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper (2) during game two of round one for the 2025 WNBA Playoffs at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images / Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

The Mercury guard knows what it takes to win a championship, and she will do her best to make sure the team gets a win and stays in the series.

2.) Alyssa Thomas

Alyssa Thomas had a solid performance in Game 2, as she finished with 10 points, six rebounds and five assists. One issue she did encounter in that game was foul trouble.

Sep 28, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) shoots over Minnesota Lynx forward Bridget Carleton (6) in the first half during game four of the second round for the 2025 WNBA Playoffs at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images / Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Thomas is close to winning a championship, as this is her third time in the WNBA Finals. As the old saying goes, the third time's a charm. If she continues to play her game, and her teammates are at their best, Thomas and the Mercury still have a shot at winning a championship.

3.) DeWanna Bonner

DeWanna Bonner is going for her third championship, and with the Mercury down, they need her more than ever. Bonner had four points in the last game. In the first game, she had 10 points and eight rebounds.

Oct 5, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Phoenix Mercury forward DeWanna Bonner (14) shoots a layup against Las Vegas Aces forward NaLyssa Smith (3) and center Megan Gustafson (17) during the second quarter of game two of the 2025 WNBA Finals at Michelob Ultra Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images / Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

The Mercury will need a performance like Game 1 from Bonner, and if they get an even bigger performance, they have a shot at winning. Like Copper, Bonner knows what it takes to win, and when the team needs her, she will do her best to deliver.

All three of these players are talented and they can change the game with a big shot or stop. These three are worth keeping an eye on, and if they Mercury win, it will likely be because of these players.

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