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Kelsey Plum has humorous encounter with coach Karl Smesko during game

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Kelsey Plum has humorous encounter with coach Karl Smesko during game
Summary

Phoenix Mercury guard Kelsey Plum had a light-hearted moment with Atlanta Dream coach Karl Smesko during their game on August 5, 2026. In the fourth quarter, Plum attempted to catch a ball on a fast break but instead hugged Smesko to avoid crashing on the sideline. The game was competitive, with the Dream leading significantly. Atlanta secured a win over Phoenix, 96-82, marking the Dream's sixth victory in seven games, while the Mercury fell to 12-20 this season. Plum finished with 19 points in her first start for Phoenix. The Mercury are set to play the Connecticut Sun on August 7, 2026.

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  • •Plum scored 19 points for the Mercury.
  • •Smesko appeared embarrassed but laughed off the moment.
  • •The Dream improved to 19-11 with the victory.
  • •Plum had a strong debut earlier this week against the Sky.
  • •The Mercury will play the Connecticut Sun next.
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  • 1:26 AMYahoo Sports — Mercury’s Kelsey Plum catches Dream’s Karl Smesko in a fast-break bear hug
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Phoenix Mercury guard Kelsey Plum had a funny moment with Atlanta Dream coach Karl Smesko during their game on Wednesday.

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