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PHOENIX– Amid Alyssa Thomas’s battle for MVP, the Phoenix Mercury star has her team and the city behind her. One of those people is Phoenix head coach Nate Tibbetts. Although he’s been a major advocate ever since Thomas was traded to the Mercury, he added more fuel to her campaign. The former NBA assistant compared […]

There’s no such thing as mercury retrograde for Alyssa Thomas. She helped the Phoenix Mercury beat the Los Angeles Sparks, 92-84, at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday, while also setting a league record for triple-doubles. Phoenix improved to 23-14 and moved past the New York Liberty for the fourth spot in the team standings, with the […]

While Alyssa Thomas fueled her MVP legitimacy in the Phoenix Mercury’s 82-71 win over the Golden State Valkyries, someone else had something to say about it—Mercury owner Mat Ishbia. He has been advocating for the team ever since he took over as the majority owner. However, the 2025 season has been the best the franchise […]

PHOENIX– Another game, another historic night for Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas. She matched her record of six regular-season triple-doubles, the most in WNBA history. The last time she accomplished that feat? 2023. And in that season, she placed third in MVP voting. Two seasons later, another tightly contested race for the league’s most valuable […]

Alyssa Thomas delivered an impressive triple-double performance in the Phoenix Mercury’s matchup against the Golden State Valkyries on Friday night. In 27 minutes of action, Thomas put up a stat line of 13 points, 16 assists, 12 rebounds, and two blocks. She shot 5-of-9 from the field and 3-of-6 from the free-throw line. It marked […]

The Phoenix Mercury could not put an end to the Las Vegas Aces’ eight-game winning streak, as they got demolished at home, 83-61, on Thursday night. Phoenix had a woeful shooting night, making just 22 of their 71 attempts from the field (31.0 percent) and six of their 32 shots from beyond the arc. It […]

PHOENIX– A season-series sweep by the Atlanta Dream left just about everyone on the Phoenix Mercury disheveled. Even though Alyssa Thomas has had an incredible season, it felt like Atlanta limited her and everyone else’s effectiveness. Following Sunday’s 74-66 loss, the All-Star forward detailed the consistent theme in the three total matchups against the Dream. […]

The Phoenix Mercury extended their winning streak to three games after steamrolling past the Indiana Fever, 95-60, on Thursday at PHX Arena. Alyssa Thomas and company were on fire right from the onset and never looked back for the easy victory. The Mercury improved to 19-11, tying the Atlanta Dream for the third-best record in […]

When this WNBA season ends and people look back at the 2025 offseason, one thing will stand out. The Phoenix Mercury made some of the best moves of the winter. Phoenix acquired both Alyssa Thomas and Satou Sabally via trade as they retooled the roster. Thomas has been elite, setting herself apart after notching another […]

On Thursday, the Phoenix Mercury defeated the Washington Mystics 75-69. There was a buzz surrounding the game literally.  In the midst of the game, a wasp came storming in, causing the players to react, per BRW Sports.  “A wasp made its way into the court during Mercury-Mystics, and started coming after players,” BRW Sports posted […]

The Phoenix Mercury finally snapped a two-game losing skid on Sunday, as they finished a long road trip with a one-sided victory over the Chicago Sky at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. Phoenix eked out an 83-67 win over the host team via a score of 83-67, with Alyssa Thomas making a big impact on […]

Ever since signing with the Phoenix Mercury, Alyssa Thomas has been making history. Multiple games with 15 assists, as well as breaking her career-high in points per game and points scored in a single game. It’s an element that head coach Nate Tibbetts has praised since she joined the squad. However, with the second half […]

The Phoenix Mercury have hit a bit of a rough patch, having gone 4-6 in their last ten games, but they still hold the third best record in the WNBA at 16-10. After defeating the Golden State Valkyries on Sunday the Mercury couldn’t put together a win streak as they fell to the Indiana Fever, […]

The Phoenix Mercury were in a rough spot before Sunday’s game against the Washington Mystics. They went through a 3-game losing skid, and two of the losses came against two of the Eastern Conference’s top teams. During that stretch, Alyssa Thomas emphasized that the team hasn’t been effective on the defensive side. Head coach Nate […]

During the WNBA All-Star weekend, Alyssa Thomas talked about a potential lockout ahead of CBA talks. Fast forward to Sunday, and the Mercury forward’s stance hasn’t changed. It’s only heightened, and Thomas doubled down on CBA talks. Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas said there are a lot of “non-negotiables” when it comes to CBA negotiations. […]

Alyssa Thomas is no stranger to tough discussions. The Phoenix Mercury star is spearheading the third-best team in the WNBA. The proclaimed “engine” is firing on all cylinders, on and off the basketball court. During Friday’s media availability at the WNBA All-Star, Thomas detailed her stance on the collective bargaining agreement discussions. “I think in […]

The Phoenix Mercury are one of the best teams in the WNBA this season. Even after their loss to the Minnesota Lynx on Wednesday, Phoenix is near the top of the league’s standings. Alyssa Thomas has led the way, earning her sixth All-Star appearance this season. She is also thriving off the course, partnering with […]

The Phoenix Mercury have made a strong push as WNBA contenders this season, but their depth will face a major test in Wednesday’s pivotal showdown against the Minnesota Lynx. With playoff seeding on the line, Phoenix confirmed that both Satou Sabally and Kahleah Copper will be sidelined—disrupting the team’s game plan just one day before […]

All things considered, Alyssa Thomas is the heir apparent to Diana Taurasi on the Phoenix Mercury. Even though they play different positions, they share a ferocious intensity every time they step on the floor. Given that, they each know how to get under their opponents’ skin and talk a little trash. On Monday, The Athletic […]

PHOENIX– With the WNBA officially naming the All-Star reserves, Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas made the list. However, despite a near-MVP caliber season, she wasn’t named a starter. It made many believe that Thomas was worthy of representing the Mercury as an All-Star game starter. Even though this is her sixth appearance, she feels that […]

As Phoenix Mercury star forward Alyssa Thomas was snubbed from being an All-Star starter, her teammate, and starter Satou Sabally, offered some words of support following Tuesday’s practice. Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally said Alyssa Thomas should have been an All-Star Game starter. “I think she definitely should have been an All-Star starter. I think […]

The Phoenix Mercury received some mixed news about the upcoming 2025 All-Star Game. While Satou Sabally will be a starter for the Western Conference, fellow forward Alyssa Thomas was snubbed from the list. Despite averaging a league-leading 9.3 assists and having a 10-2 record with her on the floor, it wasn’t enough. Although the voting […]

In an MVP race dominated by Napheesa Collier and Caitlin Clark, Phoenix Mercury star forward Alyssa Thomas has entered her name into the conversation. When the Mercury made a massive trade for Thomas, the franchise knew they were getting a star. However, she’s completely shifted the dynamics and culture of the franchise. While stars Satou […]

Although the Phoenix Mercury celebrated Alyssa Thomas’s return to Connecticut, it was filled with emotion and appreciation for her former club. When Thomas was traded to the Mercury in January, it signaled a new chapter in her career. However, during her introductory press conference, media day, and training camp, her sentiment remained the same. She […]

The Phoenix Mercury have been one of the best teams in the WNBA this season, and they recently got a major boost with the return of Alyssa Thomas and Kahleah Copper from injury. Following their 83-75 win against the Connecticut Sun on Wednesday, the Mercury improved to 9-4. Not only that, but Alyssa Thomas reached […]

PHOENIX — Alyssa Thomas’s return to the Phoenix Mercury spoiled Dallas Wings rookie phenom Paige Bueckers’s best game of her WNBA career. The latter posted 35 points and put the Wings on her back. However, the Mercury picked up their seventh win of the season. On the night, Thomas posted a double-double with 11 points […]

The Phoenix Mercury got off to a hot start this WNBA season and are clearly a playoff contender through one month of play. As it stands, the Mercury are sitting at 6-4 despite multiple injuries to top players, including Alyssa Thomas and Kahleah Copper. On Tuesday, Phoenix got an encouraging update on one of those […]

When the Phoenix Mercury signed Haley Jones, many, including herself, knew it would be short-lived. The contract itself was a hardship contract and was used for injuries. After all, Kahleah Copper, Alyssa Thomas, and Natasha Mack were all out. However, when the team released Jones on Sunday, it signaled the beginning of a possible return […]

With Alyssa Thomas being on the injury report and not being on the Phoenix Mercury’s two-game road trip, the team signed former Atlanta Dream first-round pick Haley Jones to a hardship contract. Jones was previously with the Dream. She was in all 40 games and had 24 starts. In those games, she averaged 3.9 points, […]

The Phoenix Mercury have been off to a strong start to the 2025 WNBA season. With a record of 4-2, the Mercury have been powered by their major offseason acquisitions. But heading into their Sunday game against the Los Angeles Sparks, the Mercury are still dealing with an injury to star forward Alyssa Thomas. Coming […]

Five games in, and Alyssa Thomas is already making history for the Phoenix Mercury. After Thomas was traded to the Mercury, she made it clear that there’s one goal in mind: a championship. In the process of doing so, she’s likely to make history, and that’s exactly what she did against the Chicago Sky on […]

The WNBA’s investigation into the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky was left as unsubstantiated. The investigation involved acts of racism portrayed at the Fever’s game against the Sky during the season opener. However, Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas was not pleased with the outcome. As someone who endured the ruthless words of WNBA fans last […]

The Phoenix Mercury have a new Big 3, and it doesn’t include Diana Taurasi or Brittney Griner. It will be Kahleah Copper, Alyssa Thomas, and Satou Sabally are carrying the mantle. After Taurasi retired from the Mercury and the WNBA, her footprint will forever be left on the franchise. As a result, she’s been keeping […]

The Phoenix Mercury losing Kahleah Copper wasn’t on their agenda. It also wasn’t on Satou Sabally and Alyssa Thomas’s radar. After all, the three were destined to be one of the WNBA’s top Big 3. Despite battling a back injury throughout training camp, a nagging knee injury resurfaced. Since Unrivaled, the All-WNBA guard has dealt […]

PHOENIX — Chemistry is an ongoing concept in basketball, especially for the Phoenix Mercury. After all, the Mercury had two crucial injury updates for Saturday’s home opener. Luckily, they had superstars Alyssa Thomas and Satou Sabally to lean on. The duo posted 20 and 27 points, respectively, in the 81-59 rout of the Seattle Storm. […]

Alyssa Thomas impressed in her season debut throughout Saturday’s game between the Phoenix Mercury and Seattle Storm. In 30 minutes of action, Thomas finished with 20 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and two steals. She shot 8-of-13 from the field and 4-of-7 from the free-throw line. It marked her first career game with the Mercury […]

PHOENIX– Alyssa Thomas is one of the best players in the WNBA. After the Phoenix Mercury traded for Thomas in February, what they didn’t know was who they would be getting on and off the court. There’s a surprising alter ego on the hardwood, contrary to her off the floor. The former Maryland Terrapins forward […]

One theme has been consistent through the past three days: positionless basketball. For the Phoenix Mercury, and their Big 3 of Kahleah Copper, Satou Sabally, and Alyssa Thomas, they are embracing it as much as anyone. Since Thomas was traded to the Mercury, that was a major point of emphasis during Wednesday’s media day. What […]

The 2025 WNBA offseason has been one for the ages, and especially for the Phoenix Mercury. After the Mercury traded for both Alyssa Thomas and Satou Sabally, they made the biggest splashes of the offseason. While it was a big haul to land both players, acquiring All-WNBA talent is beyond impressive. Not to mention, Diana […]