Chicago Sky vs. Phoenix Mercury - August 16, 2024

PHX

85

FinalAug 15

65

CHI

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Social

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Standings

Scoring Summary

Teams

Mercury logo, Mercury 14-12, 1ST 30, 2ND 20, 3RD 19, 4TH 16, TOT 85

Mercury(14-12)

Sky logo, Sky 10-15, 1ST 12, 2ND 16, 3RD 24, 4TH 13, TOT 65

Sky(10-15)

1ST

2ND

3RD

4TH

TOT

30

20

19

16

85

12

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24

13

65

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01:58

Hayes Drops 22 For GSV 🔥

Valkyries win 5th in a row

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Breaking NewsWNBA denounces 'bad-faith' transgender debate and says league has no eligibility issues (AP)

01:53

Noemie Brochant TORCHES Sparks 🧯

Mercury forward was feeling it in LA

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Fever HC Talks Foul on SophieStephanie White believes DiJonai 'intentionally' wanted to get Cunningham across the neck

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Caitlin Talks Avoiding SuspensionFever star happy the league 'got it right' 🎥

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Rhyne Howard Makes History 🙌Dream star is fastest player EVER to hit 100 threes in a season 📸

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Breaking NewsSky's Carrington says she never claimed that the Flagrant 2 foul on her was white privilege (AP)

01:59

Mystics Win 7-Straight 🏛️

Washington HALTS Kelsey Plum, Mercury's surge

01:26

New WNBA 3-PT Record 🪣

Lynx's Kayla McBride drops 10 triples on Wings for most in a single game ever

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Kayla McBride Breaks 3-PT Record 🎯Lynx star had herself a DAY as she makes the most triples EVER in a WNBA game vs. Wings

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Cunningham Addresses Carrington 'Beef'Sophie says she has no issues with Sky guard. Tap for full answer 📲

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Sophie on DiJonai Ejection 🗣️Cunningham 'wasn't even upset' after altercation with Sky guard 🎥

01:59

Caitlin, Mitchell Combine for 53 🥵

Fever duo were unstoppable in win over Sky

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DiJonai Ejected on Flagrant 2Players are separated after Sky guard's hard foul on Sophie Cunningham

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Breaking NewsWNBA commissioner says league will continue discussing issue of transgender participation (AP)

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1 Word for Every Team's Season 🗣️Bite-sized takes on every club so far 📲

00:22

Plum Bear Hugs Dream HC 😅

Mercury star went all out to hustle for the ball

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Reese's 4th Straight Double-Double ♨️Atlanta takes care of Plum and Phoenix

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WNBA Cleveland's Team Name 👀First look at 'Sirens' logo and colors. (📸 via @clevelandwnba)

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Post-Deadline Power Rankings 📊Breaking down every team's title chances after Sunday's trade deadline ➡️

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Mercury's risky Kelsey Plum gamble is already looking like a masterstrokeThe Phoenix Mercury paid a heavy price to acquire Kelsey Plum, but it's already proving to be a coup of a deal.

01:57

Mercury Trio Pop OFF 🤩

Alyssa Thomas, Plum and Kahleah Copper dominate in Kelsey's debut

Plum's 1st Mercury Points 🎯

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IT'S OFFICIAL 🚨 Kelsey Plum scores her first bucket as a Phoenix Mercury! PHX-SEA | USA Network Tap to watch: https://t.co/lHLFMYSFcY

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Kelsey Plum Traded to MercuryPhoenix acquiring 5x WNBA All-Star guard from Sparks (Shams)

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Kelsey Plum Thanks LA 💛Ready for her chapter in Phoenix after trade to Mercury 📸

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Grading Kelsey Plum Trade 🔠Breaking down late-night blockbuster deal between Sparks and Mercury 📲

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Mercury’s blockbuster Kelsey Plum gamble could easily backfireThe Mercury made a bold move by trading for Kelsey Plum that could quickly come back to bite them.

01:57

Sabrina's Near Triple-Dub 🤏

Liberty star put on a clinic in Phoenix

01:59

Aces-Sky Was Pure Cinema 🍿

Sydney Taylor stuns Vegas after A'ja hit potential game-sealing shot

00:25

Sydney Taylor Games Aces 👋

Sky rookie buries TOUGH catch-and-shoot triple to stun Vegas

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Phee Expected To Stay on Lynx5x All-Star likely to remain in Minnesota despite trade rumors (ESPN)

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Stewie Top 10 in Scoring 📈Liberty star passes Candace Parker who happened to be on the call. Tap to watch 🎥

🚨 DiJonai to Make Season Debut

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Breaking: Chicago Sky guard DiJonai Carrington plans to make her season debut on Thursday barring a setback pregame, she told ESPN. The 2024 Most Improved Player and first-team all-defensive pick -- who missed the first 27 games of the year rehabbing a left foot sprain -- will

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01:59

Mercury Stun Valks 🔥

Thomas, Copper secure comeback win combining for 52 PTS

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Phee, Plum Could Be TradedLynx and Sparks superstars among players who may move at the deadline (The Athletic)

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NBA 2K27 Official Gameplay 🎮Are you copping? 🎥

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Updated WNBA Mock Draft 🔢Full first-round predictions as the race for JuJu Watkins intensifies ➡️

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WNBA All-Star was great for Chicago, but not for the Chicago SkyThe Chicago Sky were largely absent from this year's WNBA All-Star Game, despite hosting the event in their city this year.

00:27

Dunk in WNBA All-Star Game 💥

Dominique Malonga throws it down months after Unrivaled slam

02:04

Jonquel Jones Fries Team Coop 🍳

Liberty star's dominant double-double helps Team Spoon get the win

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Jonquel Jones Wins ASG MVP 🤩Liberty star put on a masterclass vs. Team Coop

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Team Spoon Wins ASG ⭐Jonquel Jones drops near triple-double to lead team to 129-122 win over Team Coop 📲

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WNBA To Launch Replay CenterLeague announces new investment initiative to start the 2027 season

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Azzi Wins 3-Point ContestWings' No. 1 pick becomes first rookie to ever win the event

01:20

Azzi Goes Off To Make WNBA History 🎯

A score of 30 to win the 3-point contest as a rookie

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Obama Surprises WNBA All-StarsFormer President made an appearance at practice in Chicago

01:29

A'ja Still WNBA's Top Dog 😤

It's not Olivia, Caitlin or Paige's league...yet

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WNBA Star's Bron Reaction 😯Philly native Kahleah Copper was at All-Star podium when news dropped 📲

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Angel Reese's Barbie Doll 💕Dream star shares first look. See it here 📲

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Updated Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands at the All-Star break ➡️

01:57

Sabrina Leads Comeback Win 🗽

Liberty star goes off in final minute of game 🎥

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Sabrina Stuns Sky With Clutch Buckets9 points in 38 seconds. Liberty come away with 1-point win at home

00:40

UNREAL SABRINA HEATER 🤯

Ionescu drops 9 points in 38 seconds to lead Liberty's comeback

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WNBA Meeting on Player SafetyLeague releases statement on recent increase in racist, hateful and abusive messaging towards players

02:00

Alyssa Thomas Double-Double on Sparks 👊

Mercury star was sensational in win over rivals

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WNBA 3-Pt Contest Set 🎯Mabrey, Fudd headline field. All 6 participants here 📲

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3 Stars Declined 3-Pt Contest ❌Caitlin, Sabrina and Kayla McBride decided not to participate (ESPN)

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DeWanna Bonner delivers rare Mercury bright spot with career milestoneDeWanna Bonner added another milestone to her long list of accomplishments.

02:00

DeWanna Bonner Cooks Sun 🔥

Mercury vet scores season-high 21 points to lead team to 72-63 win

02:00

Allisha Gray Torches Sky 🧯

Dream star popped off as Angel Reese exited early

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Sun-Mercury Highlights

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Sparks-Sky Highlights

07/17/2026

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🚨 Caitlin Clark Drops 45 & 10

First-ever 40 and 10 game in WNBA history while also breaking a franchise scoring record

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WNBA All-Star Rosters 📝🐺 Bueckers x Stewie 🤝 A'ja links with Caitlin Clark 📲 Full teams after draft

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Phoenix's 2000s Mt. Rushmore 🤩See which Mercury players were among Phoenix's top athletes of the century ➡️

01:56

Miles' Career-High 33 Pts😮‍💨

'The Spectacle' combines with Kayla McBride to drop 70 in win over Mercury 🎥

01:56

Paige Outduels Sydney Taylor 🥊

Wings star needed every bucket to take down Sky

01:30

Aces Beat Mercury By 48 🫣

A'ja, Vegas put BTA on Phoenix on national television

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Season-defining Mercury decision looms as struggles continue The Phoenix Mercury must make a critical decision as their season goes from bad to worse.

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Aces' Historic Win 🎰2nd largest point differential in WNBA history

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Sky-Sparks Highlights

07/10/2026

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Wings-Tempo Sets Record 🎟️Duel between Paige and Marina Mabrey is most attended regular season game in WNBA history 📸

01:57

Kelsey Mitchell Outduels Alyssa Thomas 🤫

Fever star drops 29 in primetime matchup

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Reeve Becomes Winningest HC 🙌Lynx coach breaks record for most wins in WNBA history 📸

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Clark Returns Tonight 👀Caitlin (back) to play vs. Sparks, but will sit Thursday vs. Mercury 🎥

01:26

Biggest WNBA All-Star Snubs 😬

Top names that missed out on the roster 🎥

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Desperate Sparks, Mercury have tough Chennedy Carter decision to make after Aces exitThe Aces waived Chennedy Carter, giving struggling teams an opportunity to pick u a high-level scorer if they’re willing to take the risk.

01:58

Sky-Mercury Highlights

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WNBA All-Star Reserves 💫Angel Reese, Kelsey Plum headline list. Full roster here 📲

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Skylar Diggins Rips Team 😯Sky guard not happy about coming off the bench 🎥

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ESPN Legend Defends Caitlin ClarkLinda Cohn rips 'stupidity' of WNBA players' All-Star voting 🎥

01:55

Sky-Aces Highlights

07/03/2026

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Clark Makes 5-Min Statement🎙️Caitlin addresses media for first time since Alyssa Thomas incident. Watch here 📲

01:59

Storm-Mercury Highlights

07/02/2026

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WNBA All-Star Starters ⭐A'ja and rookie sensation Olivia Miles headline player poll. Full list here 📲

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Alyssa Thomas Calls Out WNBAMercury star says league 'remains silent' after receiving death threats over Clark altercation

01:59

Copper Goes Off on Tempo 😈

Mercury star drops 27 as Toronto falls 89-80 without Marina Mabrey

01:56

A'ja, Jackie Combine for 58 🤝

Aces duo sensational in win over Sky

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Citron COLD-BLOODED in 4OT Win 🥶Mystics star didn't flinch in historical victory over Fire 📲

01:19

HISTORIC 4OT WNBA GAME 🎞️

Most combined points EVER in 2nd quadruple-OT game in WNBA history

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Underrated offseason addition is finally answering glaring Mercury needThe Phoenix Mercury have finally gotten some wins and great production from Valeriane Ayayi.

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Sophie on Viral Point Meme 🤣Fever guard couldn't help herself 🎥

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Mercury HC on AT's SuspensionNate Tibbetts doesn't think WNBA conducted a 'thorough investigation'

01:42

Cardoso Drops 30 on 13/13 FG 🤯

Sky center sets new WNBA record for most FGM without a miss

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WNBA Icons Advocate for ClarkCandace, Delle Donne and Cheryl Reeve want better protection for players

02:00

Fire-Sky Highlights

06/26/2026

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Fever HC on Thomas SuspensionStephanie White appreciates league for postgame review of Flagrant 2 foul

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🚨 WNBA Suspends Alyssa ThomasMercury star punished one game for making contact with 'fist to the throat area' of Caitlin Clark

01:17

🚨 Marina Mabrey Scores 53 🤯

Tied for most points EVER in a WNBA game while also tying 3PM record

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2026 ESPYS Awards Nominees 🏆Full list of stars in the running for prestigious accolades 📲

Vid of Clark Hit on Ground 😬

00:15

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Mercury Troll Fever, ClarkPhoenix appears to be sending a message 📲

02:00

Copper, Thomas TORCH Fever 🧯

Mercury duo combine for 52 in Indy

02:00

Sky Dominates Fire ☄️

Chicago gets blowout victory against Portland

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Maddy Westbeld is ready for the WNBA — whenever the Sky is ready for herMaddy Westbeld is signed to a developmental contract for the Chicago Sky this season, and so far hasn't played a game. She isn't letting that keep her down.

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Caitlin Clark Injures BackFever star will not return vs. Mercury

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WNBA All-Star Voting UpdateFever duo leading the league so far. Full results here 📲

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Worrying Chicago Sky future is not as bleak as it may seem Despite the overbearing consensus, the Chicago Sky can still become one of the WNBA's most exciting franchises.

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The Chicago Sky is running out of explanationsThe Chicago Sky were expected to win Monday's game against the Connecticut Sun and instead walked away with a 92-63 loss.

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Clark Calls Out 'Ridiculous' TechFever star unhappy with technical for clapping after scuffle with Mercury

01:59

Sun Beat Sky by 29 😟

Olivia Nelson-Ododa's double-double helps Connecticut snap 7-game losing streak

01:59

Caitlin Outduels Alyssa Thomas ⚔️

Fever star shines in 2H after going down early to Mercury

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Chicago Sky coach reveal indicates WNBA ref problems are getting worseTyler Marsh told reporters Saturday night that he doesn't receive a response to foul call questions he sends to referees, prompting speculation.

01:59

Paige Takeover in the 4th 😱

Wings star puts Dallas on her back to storm back from down 17

01:58

Mercury Snaps Losing Streak 🌵

Phoenix gets back on track with blowout win against Storm

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Angel Reese Breaks Record 🤫Dream star reflects on becoming fastest player in WNBA history to reach 1,000 rebounds 🎥

01:30

🚨Marina Mabrey Makes 9 Threes

Tempo star ties WNBA record just one week after Chelsea Gray's historic night

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Re-Drafting the 2024 Class 🔄How Caitlin, Angel and Co. stack up two years later ➡️

01:57

A'ja Has Field Day vs. Mercury 💪

Aces star continues dominance over Phoenix in WNBA Finals rematch

01:56

Sabrina Ices Sky 🥶

Liberty star calls game as New York spoils career night for Gabriela Jaquez

01:28

Don't Panic About The Aces Yet 😰

This has happened before...

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Top All-Star Vote-Getters 👀A'ja and Paige lead the ballot. Full list here 📲

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WNBA Adding Six Games 📈League announces 50-game regular season starting in 2027

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Updated Top 25 Player Rankings 📊Olivia Miles making a major leap while Caitlin Clark slides in the pecking order ➡️

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Phoenix Mercury shouldn't resist tempting JJ Quinerly possibilityAfter being waived by the Dallas Wings, JJ Quinerly is searching for a new home, and the Phoenix Mercury could be the perfect fit.

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Chicago Sky head coach Tyler Marsh is in trouble, but should he be?The Sky's head coach is in the hot seat, but it's not entirely clear that everything that's wrong with the team is his fault.

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Flagrant 2 Committed on AngelTempo forward Isabelle Harrison ejected for taking down Dream star

01:57

Sparks-Mercury Highlights

06/13/2026

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Clark, Boston Break Record on Sky 👊Fever duo couldn't be stopped in OT win

01:21

Clark, Boston Make WNBA History 📈

Fever stars become 1st teammates ever to each record a 30-point double-double

01:56

Paige Drops 31 on 70% FG 😱

With no free throws. Bueckers leads Wings to Commissioner’s Cup victory over Mercury

01:47

🚨 Chelsea Gray Makes 9 Threes

4x champ ties WNBA record for most triples made in a game

01:57

Mercury Couldn't Stop Paige 💀

Wings star had a field day in win over Phoenix

02:01

Fever Win OT Thriller Vs. Sky 😮‍💨

Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston have themselves a day

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Angel Reflects on Sky TenureDream star talks about former team during return to Chicago

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Reese Balls Out in Chicago 🔥Dream forward drops 17 points and 17 rebounds in her return against former team during Commissioner's Cup matchup

01:57

Valks Take Down Mercury 💥

Golden State takes care of business against Phoenix

01:58

Angel Shines in Chicago Return ✨

Reese finishes with 17 points and 17 rebounds against former team

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New WNBA Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands after the season's first month ➡️

01:57

Sun-Sky Highlights

06/05/2026

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Mercury-Fire Highlights

06/05/2026

01:57

Tempo Take Down Sky ⚡️

Brittney Sykes leads Toronto with 25 points in dominant win over Chicago

01:26

What's Going On With The Fever? 🤔

Tensions running high after .500 start

01:30

Olivia Miles Makes 8 Threes 💦

No. 2 pick in WNBA draft sets new rookie record for triples made in a game

01:53

Mercury-Storm Highlights

06/03/2026

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Sky-Mystics Highlights

06/02/2026

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Mercury season is doomed without more young talent and spacingIt's hard to believe that this Phoenix Mercury team was just in the Finals. They eliminated both the Lynx and the Liberty last year.

01:57

Lynx-Mercury Highlights

06/01/2026

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Fever Keeping Stephanie WhiteIndy Star reporter refutes Skip Bayless' viral post regarding HC's dismissal 📲