Kelsey Plum hints at future with Mercury amid tough season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 4:18 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Kelsey Plum gave a hint about her future with the Phoenix Mercury after a recent home game. The Mercury lost 94-84 to the Washington Mystics, marking a challenging season after expectations rose following their 2025 Finals appearance. Plum, who joined the team from the Los Angeles Sparks, expressed gratitude for the support in Phoenix. As she recovers from injury, the Mercury's efforts to retain her in the offseason will be pivotal, especially after trading a 2027 first-round pick. Plum praised the organization's commitment to player health and noted her positive experiences in the community.
- •Phoenix Mercury lost 94-84 to the Washington Mystics on August 25.
- •Kelsey Plum hints at re-signing with the Mercury in 2027.
- •Plum joined from the Los Angeles Sparks in a recent trade.
- •Mercury previously reached the WNBA Finals in 2025 but struggled in 2026.
- •Plum recovering from a calf injury during a challenging season.
- 4:18 PMYahoo Sports — Kelsey Plum dropped a big hint about her Mercury future
"This will dominate Phoenix's offseason and medium-term future.
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