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Mercury Trade for All-Star Alyssa Thomas, Impacting Griner's Future

1/28/2025

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In a bold offseason move, the Phoenix Mercury have secured five-time All-Star Alyssa Thomas from the Connecticut Sun, bringing an end to her impressive ten-year run with the team. This pivotal trade could sway star center Brittney Griner's free agency choices and pave the way for DeWanna Bonner's anticipated return to Phoenix.

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In a bold offseason move, the Phoenix Mercury have secured five-time All-Star Alyssa Thomas from the Connecticut Sun, bringing an end to her impressive ten-year run with the team. This pivotal trade could sway star center Brittney Griner's free agency choices and pave the way for DeWanna Bonner's anticipated return to Phoenix.