What happened: Alyssa Thomas spoke on Diana Taurasi's career as the Phoenix Mercury retired Taurasi's No. 3 jersey. "[Diana Taurasi] built this. This is her legacy," Thomas said.

Why it matters: The tribute comes during the same Taurasi jersey retirement ceremony Devin Booker attended, underscoring her standing across the league as the Mercury formalize her place in team history.

What to watch: Watch for further tributes and ceremony details as the Mercury continue honoring Taurasi.