As of now, it’s unclear whether Diana Taurasi, the face of the Mercury franchise ... The WNBA’s attendance ballooned overall, partly because of Caitlin Clark’s rookie season. But Clark visited Phoenix only once. And for those who missed Clark ...

After Griner's big free agency decision, many WNBA fans seem to think Taurasi's retirement has become a sure thing. They took to social media to leave their thoughts. "Lol, Taurasi is retiring," one fan said. "Have to wonder if BG officially leaving Phoenix is the last straw leading to Diana Taurasi retiring," added another.

But on Jan. 28, Griner reportedly agreed to a deal with the Atlanta Dream, which would be the 34-year-old's second WNBA team after spending 11 seasons in Phoenix. Fellow top free agent Brionna Jones on Jan. 30 also reportedly agreed to join Atlanta, a major double haul for the franchise.

UConn coach Geno Auriemma was under scrutiny again from Caitlin Clark's fans after claiming that Paige Bueckers doesn't have to win an NCAA championship to certify her greatness.

As of now, it’s unclear whether Diana Taurasi, the face of the Mercury ... The WNBA’s attendance ballooned overall, partly because of Caitlin Clark’s rookie season. But Clark visited Phoenix ...

Additionally, the Phoenix Mercury agreed to acquire Connecticut Sun star guard Alyssa Thomas, which may be key for Diana Taurasi's future. So, who are the best WNBA free agents in the 2025 class?

Fantasy women's basketball rankings for 2025 with A'ja Wilson, Caitlyn Clark and Breanna Stewart as the top 3.

Oct 16, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart (30) shoots against the Minnesota Lynx during the second half of game three of the 2024 WNBA Finals at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

The Phoenix Mercury add a perennial MVP candidate in Alyssa Thomas, but lose one of the faces of the franchise to the Atlanta Dream

Caitlin Clark and Kate Martin helped the Iowa Hawkeyes reach back-to-back NCAA championship games in 2023 and 2024. They entered the 2024 WNBA Draft, with Clark getting picked first by the Indiana ...

We’re dealing with that now in Phoenix as the X-Factor deals with the departure of Brittney Griner, the most visible star in the history of the WNBA and perhaps all of team sports.

After 11 seasons with the Phoenix Mercury, center Brittney Griner is joining a new team. With WNBA free agency kicking off earlier in January, many free agents have been negotiating with different teams across the league.