Home/Articles/WNBA
WNBA·TRANSACTION·July 7, 2026 05:46 PM ET

Phoenix Mercury Waive Guard Sha Carter

Phoenix opens a roster spot amid a three-game win streak.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 81 min read
Post on X
PHO
Phoenix MercuryWNBA
The Phoenix Mercury have waived guard Sha Carter. https://t.co/kfQE9sgwuh

What happened: The Phoenix Mercury have waived guard Sha Carter. The former Division II standout originally earned a place on the 2026 opening-day roster after going undrafted.

Why it matters: The transaction creates an open spot on the active roster. This personnel adjustment arrives as the front office evaluates its depth midway through the campaign.

By the numbers: Phoenix holds a 10-13 record and carries a three-game winning streak. The squad averages 85.3 points per game while surrendering 85.5 points defensively.

What to watch: The Mercury host the Chicago Sky tonight.

Sources

Box score

More on Sha Carter

CONVERSATION
Loading comments…
WNBABreakingPhoenix MercurySha Carter
Follow WNBA Intelligence
Real-time signals and analysis
@WireReportWNBA
WR Pro
The day's sports, briefed to your inbox at 7am ET. Every claim sourced.
$9/monthFree weekly newsletter →
RELATED STORIES
← Back to Wire Report