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Two from me for Kelsey Mitchell today. 1. Did her rhabdomyolysis diagnosis from Game 5 lead to changes in approach for health this season?

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Since I'm running out of space on this tweet as well, it's crazy to believe it's Year 11 of following the #WNBA.

My 10-year anniversary of attending my first WNBA game (Mercury vs. Mystics in Phoenix) is coming up quickly on May 29 🤯

So excited to get it going!! 🏀

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Hello from Phoenix!!

Unfortunately, I won't be able to attend the first day of training camp for the Phoenix Mercury today.

Other than that, I'm excited to see what Year 4 as a credentialed #WNBA reporter has in store for me! Standby!

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LETS GOOOO

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friends, I am also excited to begin contributing as a national women's sports enterprise reporter/contributor with @theixsports.bsky.social, focused on stories around all sorts of the places in women's sports you haven't thought to look yet

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Diana Taurasi inducted into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame | The IX Basketball Diana Taurasi was inducted into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame. We take you inside the festivities. Hear from Taurasi and many others.

As Diana Taurasi walked the red carpet at the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony, she paused to reflect on a career that put a #WNBA franchise on the map.

My latest for @theixsports.bsky.social on Taurasi's special night on April 9! 👇👩‍💻
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Diana Taurasi inducted into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame | The IX Basketball Diana Taurasi was inducted into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame. We take you inside the festivities. Hear from Taurasi and many others.

Diana Taurasi, widely considered one of the greatest women’s basketball players in history, was inducted into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame.

✍️ @ayabdeen.bsky.social

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Good morning! I'll be off today and through the weekend to celebrate my dad's milestone birthday.

The Post will still have you covered for all things Liberty, including Satou Sabally's intro today.

I'll be back, ready to hit the ground running Monday.

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WNBA free agency, the college draft and an expansion draft were squeezed into a 10-day timeline, forcing teams to make a flurry of moves.

Here's who emerged as the winners and losers.

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With 2️⃣2️⃣ days left until Tip-Off, we’re reliving a scoring performance that lit up the league.

On August 2️⃣2️⃣, 2023, No. 2️⃣2️⃣ A'ja Wilson scored 53 points vs. the Atlanta Dream, tying the WNBA single-game record.

#WNBATipOff presented by @carmax.com

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Good morning from Phoenix!

Phoenix Mercury general manager Nick U'Ren will be available to the media virtually at 10 am PCT/1 pm EST later today.

Follow along for live updates!

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Let me allow you to reintroduce myself, but with a ✨ new look ✨

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Gabriela Jaquez going No. 5 to Chicago was one of the reasons here, a source told Valkyries Beat.

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Phoenix Mercury go with international players in WNBA draft
Phoenix Mercury go with international players in WNBA draft The Phoenix Mercury only had two picks in this year's draft and elected to use both of them on international players. Dylan Kane explains the impact the selections could have.

The Phoenix Mercury only had two picks in this year's draft and elected to use both of them on international players. @dylankanesports.bsky.social explains the impact the selections could have.

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The Phoenix Mercury took an international approach in this #WNBA Draft, selecting French shooting guard Ines Pitarch-Granel and Hungarian guard Eszter Ratkai at 27th and 42nd overall, respectively.

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Follow along in this 🧵 for analysis from our WNBA Draft team of @emilyadler.bsky.social, @huntercruse.bsky.social and Lincoln Shafer, as well as other coverage of each prospect from The IX Sports.

#WNBA #WNBADraft #NCAAW #MarchMadness

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Who’s Next — The IX’s 2026 WNBA Draft Board, V2.0 | The IX Basketball Absolutely everything you need to know about the 2026 WNBA Draft class from our unparalleled prospect team.

With the first pick of the 2026 #WNBADraft, the Dallas Wings select UConn's Azzi Fudd.

"She’s the best off-ball shooting prospect women’s basketball has seen and a reliable defender who makes smart decisions on both ends at all times."

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Expansion draft selection Bridget Carleton officially signed with the Portland Fire, the team announced. A source told ESPN she signed a three-year deal at the max.

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Alyssa Thomas is returning to Phoenix, but how will the Mercury replace Satou Sabally? #wnba
Alyssa Thomas is returning to Phoenix, but how will the Mercury replace Satou Sabally? #wnba YouTube video by The IX Sports

Satou Sabally is moving from the Phoenix Mercury to the New York Liberty in free agency, while Alyssa Thomas is staying in the desert, according to ESPN. Our @dylankanesports.bsky.social explores what Phoenix's roster-building could look like from here. #WNBA

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Breaking: Restricted free agent Shakira Austin signed a multi-year offer sheet with the Toronto Tempo, sources tell The Athletic.

Washington has two days to decide whether to match the contract to retain Austin.

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“I've seen you a lot. You've been busy." -Diana Taurasi

Looking back at this moment, at my first time covering an Arizona Sports HOF induction, I feel so proud!

As it's Autism Awareness Month, I'm so proud to represent my identity while empowering others as well! 👩‍💻🧩

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The Connecticut Sun acquired Diamond Miller from the Wings in a trade on Thursday. @deyscha.bsky.social breaks down what Miller brings to the Sun as they continue their rebuilding effort

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Diana Taurasi and Penny Taylor at the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame red carpet.

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I had the opportunity to ask Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi about how special it is to be honored in Arizona.

Taurasi said, "It's such a great honor."

Story to come for @theixsports.bsky.social soon!

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Hello from Phoenix!

I'm here at the 55th induction ceremony of the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame, where Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi will be inducted tonight!

Follow along for updates and coverage! @theixsports.bsky.social

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Chiney Ogwumike is building the room with her voice and passion | The IX Basketball Chiney Ogwumike has found her her voice and is making an impact in ways beyond just the broadcast booth. This is her story.

When she was hired by ESPN in 2018 at 26, @chineyogwumike.bsky.social became one of the youngest regular national sports studio analysts.

Her career - and impact - has only accelerated since.

Our @knoxrob1.bsky.social talked with her about her journey and how she's truly found her voice.

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From yesterday, Jaylyn Sherrod accepted the reserved qualifying offer and signed a training camp contract with the Lynx. The former Colorado Buffalo will officially be back in camp. Sherrod played in Athletes Unlimited this offseason, averaging 9.2 points and 2.8 assists per game in 12 games at AU.

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Good morning from Phoenix!!

Tonight, I'll be on the red carpet at the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame for the first time! Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi will be inducted into the latest class!

Stay tuned for coverage for @theixsports.bsky.social 🏜️🏀

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How the Seattle Storm head into free agency | The IX Basketball With Dominique Malonga as the centerpiece, a new head coach, and seemingly endless free agents, Seattle has a lot of decisions to make

Our @munson-bella.bsky.social takes a look at the Seattle Storm free agency road ahead:

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Fitting New York Liberty championship core under new salary cap What does Nyara Sabally's departure in the 2026 expansion draft mean for the New York Liberty salary cap heading into free agency?

Our @classicjpow.bsky.social reported last night that Jonquel Jones intends to re-sign with the New York Liberty. In her latest, she breaks down what that makes New York's math look like in free agency #WNBA www.theixsports.com/features/new...

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