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Phoenix Mercury president Vince Kozar discusses Nate Tibbetts, Brittney Griner, WNBA Draft and more
After an eventful week, Phoenix Mercury president Vince Kozar stops by the studio. He talks about the new coaching hire, to meeting BG and his passion for the WNBA. An ALLCITY Network Production 0:00 Intro 1:10 Special guest, Vince Kozer…
Highest paid coach in WNBA history: What can Nate Tibbetts bring to the Phoenix Mercury?
A bombshell dropped Monday afternoon, with the announcement of former Orlando Magic assistant coach Nate Tibbetts becoming the 12th head coach in Phoenix Mercury history. He also made history by becoming the highest-paid coach in WNBA history, surpassing Las Vegas…
The tumultuous 2023 Phoenix Mercury season in a nutshell
After what was the worst season for the Mercury, the crew dissect everything. They’ll give a breakdown of last week’s exit interviews, in addition to what Mercury fans can hope for. Join Hayden and Saul to break everything down! <iframe…
Is Nikki Blue here to stay? Mercury players think she is “An Amazing Asset”
The 2023 Phoenix Mercury squad presented the worst season in franchise history. A dismal 9-31 record, while losing 11 straight games is not ideal to finish a season. There looks to be many changes on the horizon, with players like…
Diversity with a purpose: PHNX staff reflects teams we cover, community we serve
At PHNX Sports, diversity doesn't just mean assembling a staff with different racial, socioeconomic or gender backgrounds. It means diversity in the way that we actually communicate.
Historic Triple-Double, Positive Energy Highlights Mercury Home Finale
A historic triple-double highlighted an anticlimactic season for the Phoenix Mercury in Friday’s 94-73 loss against the Las Vegas Aces. 13,206 seats were packed, signs were up and all eyes were on the Mercury. With the unsurprising number of fans…
Eliminated from WNBA playoff contention, the Phoenix Mercury eye Clark, Bueckers & WNBA draft
The end of the season is almost here and the crew are fed up of the losing. However, it gives them better odds for the most stacked draft class in history. 0:00 Intro 1:10 Welcome to the show! 2:00 Merc…
Mercury will miss the playoffs for the first time in 11 years
After Sunday’s loss to the Dallas Wings, the Mercury won’t be in pursuit of a WNBA championship. We answer what Phoenix plans to do, what the free agent market is looking like and other potential offseason moves. Join Hayden Cilley…
Mercury miss playoffs for first time in 11 years. What happens now?
History ended Sunday for the Phoenix Mercury, as they will not be in the playoffs competing for a WNBA championship. Before we state the obvious, let’s take a look at Sunday’s game against the Dallas Wings that ultimately put the…
Is it time for the Phoenix Mercury to prepare for the 2024 WNBA draft?
With 8 games left in the season, what should the Phoenix Mercury do? We discuss if it’s time to start thinking about who will head to the Valley next summer. Join Espo and Hayden to discuss what the next steps…
2024 WNBA draft: Who’s the best talent Phoenix needs?
It looks like you’ve stumbled upon our exclusive premium content for Diehard Members… It’s so good that we had to lock it up! But don’t worry, you can join the Diehard community to unlock unlimited access to all our premium…
Historic homestand highlights Phoenix Mercury during their recent stretch
The month of August is full of history for the Mercury. We discuss if there’s a correlation between historical achievements and wins, along with what the Mercury should do the rest of the season. Join Hayden and Saul to discuss!…
Megan & Pancake Gustafson detail life in Arizona and playing for the Phoenix Mercury
During a career season for the former Iowa standout, Megan Gustafson and her corgi, Pancake, join the show. They talk everything from watching DT’s 10,000 point, her playing overseas, how she got Pancake and her WNBA all-time starting five. Join…
Skylar Diggins-Smith accuses Phoenix Mercury of denying her basic needs
Skylar Diggins-Smith’s ongoing war of words with the Phoenix Mercury took another turn on Thursday. Posting on Twitter, Diggins-Smith accused the organization of denying her some basic courtesies a needs. The post came in response to fans noting that the…
Diana Taurasi becomes first WNBA player ever with 10,000 points
With the 2023 Phoenix Mercury season not going according to plan, there’s been one moment for everyone to look forward to. Even the PHNX Mercury crew anticipated this monumental milestone. Diana Taurasi eclipsing 10,000 points. The WNBA GOAT award winner…
‘This is not anything new for me’: Megan Gustafson finding her old roots post-All-Star break
On Tuesday, Phoenix Mercury center Megan Gustafson took a trip down memory lane. Against the Atlanta Dream, she dropped 19 points, 8 rebounds, 3 blocks and 1 assist in 22 minutes off the bench. Fans and her alma mater said…
Much-needed rest fueled strong second-half start for Mercury
Before the Phoenix Mercury’s game against the Connecticut Sun on Tuesday, a recurring theme hit the press conference room: rest. After a 4-15 start to the season, rest was necessary to regroup. For Mercury guard Sug Sutton, she enjoyed the…
Diana Taurasi, Josh Bartelstein speak on Mercury hosting 2024 WNBA All-Star Game
On Saturday, WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced that the Phoenix Mercury will host the 2024 WNBA All-Star game. “With Phoenix being one of our original franchises, now under new ownership, they are very excited,” Engelbert told ESPN’s M.A. Voepel. “The…
Mercury midseason mailbag: Everything you want/need to know
As the WNBA All-Star break is here, the Phoenix Mercury have been through the ringer. A 4-15 record isn’t appetizing, especially for the X-Factor, which is accustomed to winning. For our PHNX Diehards, I answered your questions about the Mercury…
First game in Nikki Blue era brings hope and competitiveness for Mercury
The Nikki Blue era began Tuesday night in Phoenix. Although the Mercury’s 77-62 loss wasn’t what was expected, it was a step in the right direction. Forty-eight hours earlier, there might have been blueprints for that direction. Phoenix parted ways…
With Vanessa Nygaard out, Phoenix Mercury look to escape retrograde
On the heels of a five game losing streak and a league-worst 2-10 record, change was necessary. Sunday morning, the Phoenix Mercury and head coach Vanessa Nygaard parted ways, the team announced. Phoenix also stated that assistant coach Nikki Blue…
Effort and rebounding found in Mercury road trip
After the two losses against the Dallas Wings last week, the Phoenix Mercury underwent some self-reflection. Two main questions were asked: Where is the effort, and where is the rebounding? Luckily, those questions were answered during the team’s three-game road…
‘Happy, excited, nervous, anxious’: The season debut for Shey Peddy
Emotions ran wild Friday night for Phoenix Mercury guard Shey Peddy before her season debut against the Los Angeles Sparks. The last time Peddy stepped on the court, she ruptured her Achilles in the 2022 playoffs against the Las Vegas…
Start of new Phoenix Mercury season offers a little of everything
The world gravitated toward the Phoenix Mercury with the return of their star center, Brittney Griner. After being wrongfully detained in Russia, the former Baylor product announced she would play in the 2023 WNBA season, leaving many people questioning if…
New Suns owner Mat Ishbia sits down with PHNX for 1-on-1 interview
It’s the dawn of a new era for the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury. Mat Ishbia was officially introduced as the new owner of both teams in a press conference Wednesday morning, addressing a number of topics in front of…
Owner Robert Sarver has begun process of selling Suns and Mercury
In the wake of the NBA’s investigative findings last week, which confirmed numerous instances of racist, sexist and misogynistic behavior, Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury owner Robert Sarver is finally on the way out. While the league itself failed to…
Examining the Phoenix Mercury’s struggles at the season’s midpoint
With the Phoenix Mercury struggling, critics are questions new coach Vanessa Nygaard.
For the Phoenix Mercury, this season is bigger than basketball
Phoenix Mercury have more on the line than ever. With an unexpected offseason they are fighting for more than just a shot at the WNBA Finals.
Mercury’s Big 3 does ‘common things uncommonly well’ to even WNBA Finals in OT thriller
Through injuries, adversity and players being in and out of the lineup, the Phoenix Mercury have remained focused on themselves. They were the sleeper contender lying in wait, saving their best basketball for the perfect time of year. It’s that…
Sophie Cunningham chooses right time to end Liberty
Basketball is a game of runs and no one knows that more than the Phoenix Mercury, a team that rattled off an undefeated August with 10 straight wins only to limp down the stretch as losers of three in a…
