WNBA Phoenix Mercury

Phoenix Mercury Postseason Update

Published on August 18, 2010 under Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Phoenix Mercury News Release


The Mercury clinched the second seed in the West by way of its win over Los Angeles last night and secured home court advantage through the Conference Semifinals. With Los Angeles, Minnesota and San Antonio each deadlocked in the race for the final two playoff spots in the West, the Mercury's first round opponent is still uncertain. However, the club does know it will host a first round game on either Wednesday, August 25 or Thursday, August 26.

PLAYOFFS SCHEDULE

The official 2010 WNBA playoff schedule will not be released until Sunday night but below are the potential dates for the Mercury's first round action:

Conference Semifinals

August 25-30

Game 1 (Home)

August 25-26

Game 2 (Road)

August 27-28

Game 3 (Home)*

August 29-30

POSTSEASON TICKETS

Playoff tickets are now available by calling 602-252-WNBA or visiting phoenixmercury.com. Fans can also become a member of Downtown Live and receive special presale offers throughout the postseason.

POSTSEASON STORYLINES

* The Mercury is looking to become just the third team in WNBA history to repeat as champions.

* Reigning WNBA MVP Diana Taurasi, who has won a championships every time she has reached the postseason, is looking to cement her legacy as one of the best players all-time by adding a third WNBA ring to her already long list of titles which include three NCAA Championships with the University of Connecticut and two Olympic gold medals.

* President and General Manager Ann Meyers Drysdale has once again put together a championship contending team acquiring Candice Dupree in the offseason and bringing two-time WNBA champion Kara Braxton to the Mercury front court mid-season. Also key in the Mercury's repeat bid is the re-signing of All-Star guard/forward Penny Taylor and guard Temeka Johnson prior to the 2010 season.

* After one season with the Mercury, Dupree has made a legitimate case as the best forward in the WNBA. This year she will have her chance to prove that in the postseason for the first time in her career.

* Veterans Braxton and Tangela Smith bring the most playoff experience to the table on the Mercury roster combining for 12 years, 77 games and four championship rings.

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