The Phoenix Mercury opened preseason with a win over the Sky, and there was plenty to take away from Phoenix’s first showing of the year. Kahleah Copper looked explosive and healthy, several camp players made strong impressions, and the Mercury handled business in a meaningful game for Nate Tibbetts and assistant Megan Vogel in South Dakota. We break down what stood out, what still needs to improve, and what it could mean for opening night.

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TIMESTAMPS

0:00 – Welcome back to the PHNX Mercury Podcast!

3:15 – South Dakota and Nate Tibbetts

5:00 – Kahleah Copper’s leadership

13:00 – Copper impacting the next generation

20:00 – Coach Vogel on Mercury CULTURE

28:00 – Copper’s pre-season performance

42:00 – Lacking continuity between Alyssa Thomas and Kah?

51:51 – Mercury Roster Updates

56:00 – Kathryn Westbeld tears ACL

1:07:00 – Molly Miller on the pod?!