Diana Taurasi inducted into the Mercury Ring of Honor as franchise celebrates 20 years of excellence
PHOENIX (AP) — There’s certainly a good case to be made that Diana Taurasi is the best player in WNBA history. For Phoenix Mercury fans, that case is already…
Retired WNBA star Diana Taurasi was inducted into the Mercury Ring of Honor on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026, during a halftime ceremony in Phoenix. The 44-year-old Phoenix Mercury legend was honored with the retirement of her No. 3 jersey and the unveiling of her banner in the arena's rafters. Taurasi, the career scoring leader with over 2,000 more points than any other player, has achieved an incredible 11 All-Star selections, six Olympic gold medals, five scoring championships, three WNBA championships, and two MVP awards.
She received emotional tributes from friends, family, and teammates, reflecting on the loyalty and support she has received throughout her 20-year tenure with the Mercury.
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