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Sophie Cunningham #9 of the Phoenix Mercury reacts after hitting a three-point shot over Rebecca Allen #9 of the New York Liberty during the second half of the first round WNBA playoffs at Grand Canyon University Arena on September 23, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Mercury defeated the Liberty 83-82.

New York Liberty v Phoenix Mercury – Game One

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Sophie Cunningham Talked Some Shit And Saved The Mercury’s Season

Brittney Griner #42 of the Phoenix Mercury attempts a free-throw shot against the Seattle Storm during game three of the WNBA Western Conference Finals at Talking Stick Resort Arena on August 31, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona.

Seattle Storm v Phoenix Mercury – Game Three

The Phoenix Mercury Need This Brittney Griner Every Night

Shey Peddy #5 of the Phoenix Mercury is surrounded by teammates after hitting a 3-point buzzer beater to defeat the Washington Mystics at Feld Entertainment Center on September 15, 2020

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The Phoenix Mercury Awoke From Their Slumber To Pull Off A Stunning Win

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