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Phoenix Mercury Faces Unprecedented Challenges Ahead of 2025 Season

5/18/2025

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The Phoenix Mercury are entering the 2025 season facing a historic challenge, as they will be without legends Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner for the first time in over two decades. Adding to their struggles, Kahleah Copper is out for four to six weeks after knee surgery, and Natasha Mack will miss two to three weeks. The team’s revamped roster feels like an expansion squad, brimming with uncertainty.

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The Phoenix Mercury are entering the 2025 season facing a historic challenge, as they will be without legends Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner for the first time in over two decades. Adding to their struggles, Kahleah Copper is out for four to six weeks after knee surgery, and Natasha Mack will miss two to three weeks. The team’s revamped roster feels like an expansion squad, brimming with uncertainty.