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Kiana Williams, a Stanford alum, continues to foreground Stanford in the WNBA as a guard for the Phoenix Mercury this season.
Williams' breakout moment this season includes a 17-point game against the Dallas Wings, highlighting her role in Mercury’s offense.
The Mercury dominated the Dallas game by 30 points, with Williams contributing alongside Sami Whitcomb and Alyssa Thomas.
Williams began her WNBA journey in 2021 after being drafted by the Seattle Storm, marking the start of her professional arc.
Stanford's broad WNBA pipeline is underscored by players like Jamila Wideman and Olympia Scott, reflecting the school’s long league ties.
Vanessa Nygaard, another Stanford alum, rose from player to Mercury head coach, illustrating the program’s ongoing impact on team leadership.
The article traces a lineage of Stanford ties through players like Nneka Ogwumike and Cameron Brink, illustrating a lasting pipeline to the WNBA.
Williams represents Stanford on the court, signaling continued academic-athletic synergy in professional basketball.
The piece concludes by inviting readers to follow updates on Williams’ career via the author’s X feed for ongoing coverage.
Celeste Taylor's career with the Mercury, including stints with Indiana and Connecticut, provides a comparative lens on how players move through contracts and teams in the league.

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Oga joined the Phoenix Mercury in 2008 after signing a training camp deal and made the final roster.
Oga became the second Japanese player to play in the WNBA, after Mikiko Hagiwara.
In her debut against the Los Angeles Sparks, Oga logged nine minutes with four points and an assist.
Oga’s best game of the season came against the New York Liberty, adding eight points and a contribution in multiple stat columns.
Diana Taurasi led the Mercury that year with 25 points in the Liberty game alongside other strong bench contributions.
The Mercury finished 16-18 in 2008 and did not make the playoffs.
Cappie Pondexter and Diana Taurasi were prominent guards for Phoenix in the era discussed.
Oga hailed from JOMO Sunflowers before joining the Mercury and earned multiple accolades there.
The piece situates Oga within a broader Mercury history and encourages readers to follow more on Mercury players.
The article notes the context of Taurasi's scoring record and the team's competitive landscape during that season.

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Bonner's rebounding impact helped Phoenix rebound after an opening loss in the series.
Phoenix tied the series after a road loss, then won at home to take control.
Bonner contributed 13 points and multiple rebounds in the decisive game of the series.
Bonner's series against Minnesota emphasized rebounding as a key factor.
The Mercury advanced past Minnesota to set up a finals showdown with Las Vegas Aces.
Bonner's playoff role contrasted with early scoring in the series against New York.
The series against New York featured Bonner as a primary scoring option in key moments.
Phoenix's playoff journey included wins both on the road and at home.
The Finals matchup set after the Aces defeated Indiana Fever in the previous round.
The article frames Bonner as a veteran presence in Phoenix's title chase.

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Diana Taurasi made an immediate impact as a rookie with the Phoenix Mercury in 2004, earning Rookie of the Year honors.
Her early success placed Taurasi among the league's top players even before MVP consideration in later seasons.
In 2009 Taurasi earned MVP honors, solidifying her status as the league's premier player.
Taurasi helped Phoenix improve from a 8-26 record to a 17-17 mark as she arrived with the team.
Her rookie year also featured strong All-Star-level components and early All-WNBA consideration.
Taurasi's career is cited for longevity and a growing legacy that continued to elevate the Mercury and the sport.
The article places Taurasi within a generation of other top stars who defined the era.
Taurasi's 2009 MVP season included strong averages across points, rebounds, and assists.
The piece notes Taurasi's ongoing presence in MVP discussions throughout her career.
The article emphasizes Taurasi's role in transforming the Mercury's competitiveness.

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