What happened: Kahleah Copper scored a The performance makes her just the second player in Phoenix Mercury history to score 40 or more points in a single contest. She joins franchise icon Diana Taurasi as the only members of the organization's elite 40-point club.

Why it matters: The milestone cements Copper's status as a premier offensive threat as she builds her case for WNBA All-Star selection. The historic night also marked the first time in WNBA history that opposing players each scored at least 40 points in the same game. Despite the individual brilliance, the Mercury continue to search for consistency during a 4-11 start to the season.

What to watch: Phoenix returns home to face the Las Vegas Aces on Wednesday.