Posts by Jesse Morrison

Shey Peddy: ‘I may be on track’ to start season with Phoenix Mercury

March 13, 2023

Peddy tore her Achilles in October, but she says she could be ready to play again in mid-May

Cunningham cites Phoenix fans as reason she chose to return to Mercury

March 12, 2023

Sophie Cunningham is back with the Phoenix Mercury on two-year deal despite being open to going somewhere else.

Brittney Griner (42) stands next to Phoenix Mercury teammate Diana Taurasi (3).

Taurasi and Griner return to Phoenix Mercury

February 20, 2023

What each star resigning at surprisingly different numbers means for Phoenix

Phoenix Mercury guard Shey Peddy (11) dribbles during a WNBA game against the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., on Aug. 2, 2022. (Photo credit: Chris Poss)

How — and when — can Shey Peddy help the Phoenix Mercury?

February 16, 2023

Shey Peddy is back with the Phoenix Mercury after a career-year in 2022.

Minnesota point guard Moriah Jefferson drives downhill from the slot around a pick-and-roll screen from Lynx center Sylvia Fowles, who is beginning to roll after screening Dallas Wings wing Marina Mabrey off of Jefferson.

What the Moriah Jefferson signing means for the Phoenix Mercury

February 13, 2023

Moriah Jefferson brings shooting prowess and passing ability to a team in need of a point guard

Phoenix Mercury wing Diamond DeShields dribbles from deep in the backcourt towards midcourt.

How the Diamond DeShields trade impacts the Phoenix Mercury

February 12, 2023

The Phoenix Mercury had to make a move to clear cap space this offseason. Where does this trade leave them?

Ishbia shares plans for Mercury, Suns as he takes over controlling interest

February 9, 2023

Mat Ishbia will take a four-prong approach to improving both squads

A shot of Phoenix Mercury combo guard Diana Taurasi from behind, holding her arms out and up in celebration, as in the background a ball drops through the net

Diana Taurasi speaks on Ishbia’s purchase of Mercury, not planning on pay cut in 2023

February 8, 2023

Phoenix star Diana Taurasi spoke Tuesday on the future of the organization under new owner Mat Ishbia — Taurasi is not planning on taking a pay cut

Phoenix Mercury big Brianna Turner jumps into the body of Washington Mystics center Shakira Austin with an arm outstretched and blocking the ball out of Austin's hand, while Austin's other arm tries to keep Turner away

Brianna Turner discusses Griner’s looming return to Mercury, new role with WNBPA

February 7, 2023

Brianna Turner discusses Brittney Griner saying ‘she is going to play for the Phoenix Mercury’ and her new role with WNBPA

Sophie Cunningham is returning to Phoenix on a two-year deal

February 2, 2023

Restricted free agent guard Sophie Cunningham reportedly will remain with the Phoenix Mercury on a two-year deal