Jovana Nogic - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Chicago Sky vs. Phoenix Mercury | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | May 15, 2026

1 HOUR AGO • YOUTUBE

Nogic scores 27 points, Mercury blow big lead before topping Sky 91-83

Jovana Nogic scored 27 points and the Phoenix Mercury topped the Chicago Sky 91-83 after blowing a 17-point lead in the second half

1 HOUR AGO • Associated Press

Starting Friday Nogic will start Friday's game against the Sky, Hayden Cilley of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Valeriane Ayayi will retreat to the second unit Friday, opening the door for Nogic to return to the first unit. Over three regular-season games (two starts), she has averaged 12.3 points, 2.3 assists and 1.7 steals in 22.0 minutes per contest.

5 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Limited scoring in loss to Lynx Nogic chipped in two points (0-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, two assists and three steals across 17 minutes during Tuesday's 88-84 loss to the Lynx.

Impact Nogic saw her offensive production drop significantly after consecutive strong outings to open the season. She recently moved to a bench role, with Valeriane Ayayi stepping into the starting lineup, which could impact Nogic's minutes and opportunities going forward.

16 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Headed to bench Nogic will come off the bench for Tuesday's game against the Lynx, Hayden Cilley of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Valeriane Ayayi will replace Nogic in the first unit for Tuesday's game. It'll be interesting to see what Nogic's minutes look like when she's running with the second unit.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Efficient from field in setback Nogic finished Sunday's 95-79 loss to the Valkyries with 16 points (5-6 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and one assist across 27 minutes.

Impact Nogic was logging a healthy amount of minutes, and she misfired just one time from the field. She was especially sharp from behind the arc, too, hitting four of the team's 11 three-pointers. The 28-year-old rookie from Serbia has managed 17.5 ppg through the first two games, while going 4-5 3PT in each of those games. She is a tremendous addition for her perimeter shooting, too.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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6 DAYS AGO • WNBA.COM

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6 DAYS AGO • WNBA.COM

Shines in debut Nogic finished with 19 points (5-8 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four assists and two steals across 21 minutes in Saturday's 99-66 win over Las Vegas.

Impact Nogic got the start to begin her WNBA career, and it didn't take her long to get acclimated, going 4-for-5 from behind the three-point line. It's unknown what her role will be moving forward. However, if the 28-year-old continues playing at this level, she might have earned herself a permanent spot in the starting lineup. If anything, Nogic could see consistent action from off the bench.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mercury rout the Aces 99-66 to spoil Las Vegas' ring ceremony

Alyssa Thomas scored 20 points and the Phoenix Mercury walloped the the Las Vegas Aces 99-66, making sure the only celebration for the reigning WNBA champions at their season opene...

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Starting Saturday Nogic is in the Mercury's starting lineup against the Aces on Saturday.

Impact Nogic is back with the Mercury after fulfilling her overseas obligations, and she will join Kahleah Cooper, Natasha Mack, DeWanna Bonner and Alyssa Thomas in the starting five for Saturday's regular-season opener. Nogic's appearance against Las Vegas represents her WNBA debut.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Impact Nogic was away from the team fulfilling her overseas obligations. While nothing has been confirmed regarding her status, head coach Nate Tibbetts stated that the 28-year-old "should get some run" in the regular-season opener.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Remains away from team Nogic is out for Wednesday's preseason game against Japan due to overseas commitments, per Jenna Ortiz of The Arizona Republic.

Impact Nogic remains away from the Mercury for their final preseason game. Provided she makes the final roster, Nogic's next chance to play comes during the May 9 regular-season opener in Las Vegas.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Still away from team Nogic (overseas commitment) won't play in Saturday's preseason game against the Sky.

Impact Nogic is still playing overseas, and it's unclear when she'll join the Mercury. Her final chance to suit up ahead of the regular season will come in Wednesday's exhibition game against Japan.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Nogic isn't listed on Phoenix's injury report ahead of Saturday's preseason game against the Sky, freelance Mercury writer Jeff Metcalfe reports.

Impact Nogic played for UMMC Yekaterinburg in Russia during the offseason and wasn't present for the start of training camp while fulfilling her overseas obligations. She has an uphill battle to earn a spot on the Opening Day roster.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

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