No Draft, No Problem: Phoenix Mercury’s Big Offseason Shakeup

Join us as we dive into the Phoenix Mercury’s transformative 2025 offseason, where they skipped the WNBA Draft but made massive waves with blockbuster acquisitions and fresh talent. We break down the return of All-WNBA star Kahleah Copper, alongside the arrivals of powerhouse forwards Alyssa Thomas and Satou Sabally, forming a dynamic new “Big 3” to elevate the Mercury’s future.

Plus, we spotlight the signing of players to training camp contracts, including rising guard Celeste Taylor, and discuss what these moves mean for the team’s championship aspirations. From trades to tryouts, we cover it all—don’t miss this episode ahead of the new era of Mercury basketball.

0:00 Intro
3:00 WNBA Draft breakdown
10:45 Atlanta Dream’s draft
14:15 The Commish speaks on the W
15:30 Frustration on the money side of things
24:30 What’s going to happen between the W and Unrivaled?
27:15 How can Temira Poindexter fit in with the Mercury?
34:30 Megan McConnel signing
40:00 DT is still the GOAT
45:00 Julia Ayrault’s game
51:00 Answering your questions!
57:15 What’s the starting five look like?