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Why 'Paul Ball' and Phoenix's Shooting Led To A Championship
- The Phoenix Mercury won the championship by deploying Paul Westhead's fast-paced 'Paul Ball' offense.
- Diana Taurasi led the team in scoring with 19.2 points per game during the championship season.
- Penny Taylor contributed 17.8 points per game, helping balance the Mercury's offense.
- Cappie Pondexter was also a key scoring option, finishing among the top scorers.
- The Mercury showed depth, with multiple players scoring in double figures that season.
- Taurasi's 3-point shooting was a significant factor, with a strong league-wide percentage.
- Kelly Schumacher and Deanna Nolan were noted for key 3-point contributions in the season.
- Diana Taurasi and team teammates combined to produce sustained offensive pressure leading to playoff success.
- The Mercury's 2007 season culminated with a historic championship and a shift in WNBA dynamics.
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