Phoenix Mercury welcomed by fans amid controversy surrounding Alyssa Thomas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 10:19 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
The Phoenix Mercury held an open practice on June 29, 2026, welcoming over 700 fans back home after a road trip. This followed a suspension of star Alyssa Thomas, who was involved in a controversial incident against the Indiana Fever. The practice included modified shooting competitions, where Thomas participated as a passer due to injuries in both shoulders. The Mercury faced challenges on the road but won two of three games, improving to 7-13. Thomas, alongside teammate Kahleah Copper, will make a public appearance by throwing out the first pitch at a Diamondbacks game later that evening.
- •Alyssa Thomas faced backlash for a controversial incident against the Fever.
- •Thomas participated in practice but is limited due to shoulder injuries.
- •Mercury improved to 7-13 with two wins in their last three games.
- •Jovana Nogic will not return for the remainder of the season.
- •Thomas and Copper will throw the first pitch at a Diamondbacks game.
- 10:19 PMYahoo Sports — Alyssa Thomas, Mercury welcomed by fans in wake of Caitlin Clark issue
"The Phoenix Mercury returned home to an open practice that came at the right time.
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