But I’m super excited to play in my first.” Ionescu knows a little of what to expect. But Phoenix Mercury and Team USA center Brittney Griner knows more. International play is known for physicality.

The WNBA All-Star Game is this weekend, which gives teams a break. Then, it is right back to work for the Phoenix Mercury.

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese lead WNBA All-Star players drafted within the last two years. Here's why that matters.

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Few would have expected the Phoenix Mercury to have the second-best record in the WNBA at the season's midpoint.