Phoenix Mercury's 2026 season ends after loss to Las Vegas Aces
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 2:31 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
The Phoenix Mercury concluded their season on September 24, falling 100-82 to the Las Vegas Aces. Coach Nate Tibbetts acknowledged the team's failure to meet expectations, citing a challenging start and injuries as key issues. Despite some competitive moments, the Mercury struggled with consistency, finishing well outside playoff contention. The upcoming exit interviews scheduled for September 25 will address the team's future direction and developments after their disappointing campaign.
- •Mercury finish 2026 season with a 100-82 loss to Aces
- •Team missed playoffs after a 2-8 start
- •Kahleah Copper led with 18 points; A'ja Wilson scored 34 for Aces
- •Phoenix traded its first-round draft pick earlier this season
- •Exit interviews scheduled for September 25
- 2:31 PMYahoo Sports — Phoenix Mercury woefully short of 'our standard' as 2026 season ends
"One season removed from a trip to the WNBA Finals, and the Phoenix Mercury are ending the 2026 season early.
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