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WNBA·August 12, 2026 12:28 AM ET

Mercury bid apparent farewell to Kahleah Copper

Copper made her fifth All-Star team this season

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 121 min read
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Kahleah Copper, thank you. https://t.co/FB4XHA1DKG

What happened: Phoenix thanked Copper on Wednesday, signaling a potential end to her tenure during the 2026 regular season.

Why it matters: The timing leaves little runway for a rotation reset. A departure would force Phoenix to reallocate a central scoring role.

What to watch: Watch for formal clarification of Copper's roster status and any corresponding transaction.

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