Is this it? Diana Taurasi’s potential last Phoenix Mercury home game an emotional affair

PHOENIX – Diana Taurasi’s potential farewell game with the Phoenix Mercury turned into an emotional tribute, as fans and teammates honored her 20-year WNBA legacy.

Although it may have been Diana Taurasi’s final home game she was still in high spirits following the Mercury’s final regular season home game. (Photo by Spencer Barnes/Cronkite News)

‘Gayest Olympics ever’: Paris Games will spotlight growing LGBTQIA+ athletic community

PARIS – The LGBTQIA+ community will be a focal point during the Paris Olympics, which officially kick off with Friday’s opening ceremony. The city has a history of welcoming those who have come out.

The Paris Olympics are expected to feature a record number of LGBTQIA+ athletes. In 2021, at least 186 had come out who participated in the Tokyo Games. (Photo by Westend61/Getty Images)

Skills, thrills and history: WNBA All-Star Game returns to Phoenix after a decade

PHOENIX – Phoenix will host the WNBA All-Star Game for the third time this weekend, featuring skills challenges, a 3-point contest and a star-studded game with Mercury stars Brittney Griner and Diana Taurasi leading Team USA.

Phoenix is hosting its third WNBA All-Star game on July 20. The last two games in the Valley took place in 2000 and 2014. (Photo by Grace Hand/Cronkite News)

Phoenix adds 2027 NBA All-Star Game to its list of star-studded sporting events

PHOENIX – With Phoenix set to host the 2027 NBA All Star Game, the city adds another star-studded event to the list, while Suns owner Mat Ishbia and NBA commissioner Adam Silver look to create the perfect experience for a community that has not had the game since 2009.


‘I’ll run through a wall for y’all’: Phoenix Mercury lure talent, strengthen reputation as destination team

PHOENIX – The Phoenix Mercury are one of the most accomplished franchises in the WNBA, but a new regime has made the team one of the most attractive destinations in the league.

Owner Mat Ishbia’s commitment to the Phoenix Mercury, which will soon see a new $100 million-plus practice facility, has helped make the organization a destination for free agents. (Photo by Bennett Silvyn/Cronkite News)

Phoenix Mercury’s bold shake-up signals win-now mentality under new regime

PHOENIX – Phoenix Mercury had one of its worst seasons in franchise history last year, but new leadership has made aggressive moves to get the team back to its winning ways in 2024.


Crossover success: Mercury guard Sophie Cunningham scores big as Phoenix Suns analyst

PHOENIX – Sophie Cunningham plays for the Mercury but she’s part of the Suns’ broadcast team during the WNBA offseason and has enjoyed every aspect of it.


79 days and counting: NCAA officials, local leaders preview festivities in lead-up to men’s basketball Final Four

PHOENIX – NCAA officials, Gov. Katie Hobbs and local leaders met Wednesday to showcase some of the upcoming festivities for the Final Four. In the panels, they previewed what local and visiting fans can expect throughout the weekend.

Josh Bartelstein (CEO Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury), Dan Gavitt (NCAA Senior Vice President of Basketball) and Dr. Charles McClelland (Chair of the Division I Men’s Basketball Committee) take time to reminisce on past Final Four experiences at a Wednesday press conference. (Photo by Bennett Silvyn/Cronkite News)

Phoenix Mercury confident in decision to hire Nate Tibbetts despite widespread criticism

PHOENIX – The Phoenix Mercury's announcement of Nate Tibbetts as their new coach has been a controversial one, with some questioning why the organization did not opt for a female coach.

New Phoenix Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts, here with his wife, Lyndsey, and twin daughters, Londyn and Jordyn, said he understand the backlash surrounding the hiring, but he also believes he can be a good fit for the organization. (Photo courtesy of Phoenix Mercury)

Culture change: Mat Ishbia invests $100 million in new practice facility for Phoenix Mercury

PHOENIX – Phoenix Suns and Mercury owner Mat Ishbia has committed $100 million to build a 123,000-square-foot headquarters and a practice facility in downtown Phoenix, exclusively for the Mercury. This significant investment aims to revolutionize basketball culture for the Phoenix basketball teams.

Mat Ishbia, the owner of the Suns and Mercury, has announced a groundbreaking $100 million commitment to construct a 123,000-square-foot practice facility in downtown Phoenix. (Photo by Bennett Silvyn/Cronkite News)

Year of resilience: Brittney Griner’s triumphant return inspires Phoenix Mercury’s 2023 season

PHOENIX – Brittney Griner's remarkable journey from incarceration in a Russian prison to being named the AP's Comeback Player of the Year after an emotional return to the Phoenix Mercury defined her inspiring 2023 season.

Brittney Griner at podium.

‘It’s been exhausting’: Challenges on, off court for Phoenix Mercury lead to disappointing season

PHOENIX – For the first time since 2012, the WNBA playoffs will be played without the Phoenix Mercury. Finding themselves in uncharted territory, they will have a head start to a busy offseason: impending head coaching search and the WNBA Draft.

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