Kelsey Plum's stellar debut for Phoenix Mercury against Chicago Sky
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Kelsey Plum made a significant impact in her debut for the Phoenix Mercury, scoring 20 points in 21 minutes off the bench in a 106-101 win over the Chicago Sky on August 4, 2026. Plum's game-winning three-pointer with 53 seconds remaining helped secure the victory, as Phoenix outscored Chicago in her time on the court. Alyssa Thomas added a triple-double, with 19 points, 15 rebounds, and 12 assists, while Kahleah Cooper contributed 31 points. The Mercury, now 12-19 and 5.5 games out of playoff contention, will face the Atlanta Dream next, a team that has historically posed challenges for them.
- •Kelsey Plum scored 20 points in her debut for Phoenix.
- •The Mercury triumphed over the Sky, 106-101.
- •Alyssa Thomas achieved a triple-double in the same game.
- •Phoenix is currently 12-19, trailing playoff positions.
- •Next game against Atlanta Dream is scheduled for August 5.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — WNBA gameday discussion: After a banner debut for the Phoenix Mercury, can Kelsey Plum lead her new team to a win over the Atlanta Dream?
"After a clutch win in her first game for Phoenix, is already time to believe in what Kelsey Plum can add to the Mercury?
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