Phoenix Mercury

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

Taurasi and Griner return to Phoenix Mercury

By Jesse Morrison / 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?

By Jesse Morrison / 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

By Jesse Morrison / 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

By Jesse Morrison / February 12, 2023

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

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

Diamond DeShields, Marina Mabrey among players on the move in four-team trade

By Vishakya Deshpande / February 11, 2023

Former WNBA Rookie of the Year Michaela Onyenwere, draft picks also change hands

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

By Jesse Morrison / 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

By Jesse Morrison / 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

By Jesse Morrison / 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

By Jesse Morrison / February 2, 2023

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

Chicago sky big Azurá Stevens dribbles while posting-up Washington Mystics big Myisha Hines-Allen, as Stevens puts a hand on Hines-Allen's hip and starts to spin around her

The Offseason Matrices: The Next’s 2023 WNBA offseason and free agency tracker

By Em Adler / January 20, 2023

The Next’s 2023 offseason and free agency tracker is here! WNBA contracts and team interests, cap sheets, trades, coaching changes, and more.