The Phoenix Mercury waived guard Samantha Prahalis on Thursday.
Prahalis, a second-year guard from Ohio State who was the sixth overall pick in the 2012 WNBA draft, appeared in eight games and started two for the Mercury this season, averaging 2.3 points and 2.0
assists.
"Choices like this are never easy, but they are a part of the game," Mercury coach and general manager Corey Gaines said of the move. "With Diana Taurasi, one of the best players in the world, moving to our lead guard position, the playing time just wasn't there for Sammy.
"This move gives us flexibility in the short term and gives Sammy the opportunity to continue her career elsewhere. We thank her for her time and work as a member of our team and wish her the best going forward."
