Jovana Nogic - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Bonner helps the short-handed Mercury beat the Fire 78-72

DeWanna Bonner scored a season-high 19 points, Natasha Mack added 16 points and the short-handed Phoenix Mercury beat the Portland Fire 78-72

8 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Starting versus Portland Nogic will start in Friday's game against the Fire.

Impact With Kahleah Copper (hip) and Alyssa Thomas (calf) sidelined, Nogic will make her first start since the 82-80 loss to Atlanta on May 24. The 28-year-old hasn't been productive of late. However, Nogic has averaged 16.8 points in six starts during the 2026 campaign, meaning there's a good chance she'll turn things around Friday night.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting to trend down Nogic accumulated eight points (3-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt) and one rebound across 16 minutes during Monday's 111-77 loss to the Lynx.

Impact With Monique Akoa Makani claiming the top spot at point guard since making her season debut, Nogic's fantasy arrow is beginning to point down. She's come off the bench in three consecutive games, logging fewer than 20 minutes and 10 points in each contest following a string of four consecutive starts.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Moving to second unit Nogic is coming off the bench Wednesday against the Liberty.

Impact Monique Akoa Makani (reconditioning) is making her season debut Wednesday, pushing Nogic to the bench. Nogic should still see significant minutes, considering Akoa Makani has a minutes restriction.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Notches 11 points in 21 minutes Nogic produced 11 points (3-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and one assist over 21 minutes during Sunday's 82-80 loss to the Dream.

Impact Nogic continues to play a key role for the Mercury, but foul trouble has been an issue lately -- she's picked up at least four fouls in three straight games. Across seven regular-season appearances, she's adjusting well to the WNBA with averages of 14.7 points, 2.0 assists, 1.0 rebounds and 0.9 steals in 25.3 minutes per contest.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Reese and Canada double-doubles fuel the Dream's 82-80 win over the Mercury

Rhyne Howard scored 21 points, Allisha Gray added 17 and Angel Reese recorded her third double-double of the season as the Atlanta Dream used a late surge to beat the Phoenix Mercu...

MAY 24 • Associated Press

Hamby has 27 points, 15 boards to lead Sparks to 97-88 win over Mercury

Dearica Hamby scored 27 points and grabbed 15 rebounds and the Los Angeles Sparks rode a big second quarter to a 97-88 win over the Phoenix Mercury

MAY 22 • Associated Press

Hits pair of triples in loss Nogic produced 13 points (4-15 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and three assists in 29 minutes during Tuesday's 98-90 loss to Toronto.

Impact Nogic wasn't terribly effective from the field, but she was able to knock down a team-best two three-pointers. In fact, she accounted for half of the team's made triples, as the Mercury was just 4-of-22 (18.0%) from the behind the arc. She did a good job taking care of the ball, too, turning it over just two times.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Brittney Sykes, Marina Mabrey combine for 61 points, and the Tempo beat the Mercury 98-90

Brittney Sykes had 31 points, seven rebounds and six assists, Marina Mabrey added 30 points and six 3-pointers, and the Toronto Tempo beat the Phoenix Mercury 98-90

MAY 20 • Associated Press

Jovana Nogic, Pauline Astier and the WNBA rookies no one saw coming No undrafted or international players have ever won the WNBA Rookie of the Year award. That could all change this year. This season, we've s...

MAY 19 • FANSIDED.COM

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MAY 19 • DEADSPIN.COM

Team-high 27 points in win Nogic ended Friday's 91-83 victory over the Sky with 27 points (6-11 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 10-11 FT) and four rebounds over 31 minutes.

Impact Nogic returned to the Mercury's starting five after serving in a reserve role against the Lynx on Tuesday. She responded by dropping a team-high 27 points while leading the Mercury with a plus-23 point differential. Nogic has been one of the early surprises of the WNBA season and is averaging 16.0 points, 1.8 assists, 1.5 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 3.3 threes over 24.3 minutes per game. Given her scoring output, Nogic could stay in the Mercury's starting lineup even when Monique Akoa Makani returns from her overseas commitment in France.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

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

MAY 16 • 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

MAY 16 • 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.

MAY 16 • 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.

MAY 15 • 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.

MAY 13 • 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.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

GAME RECAP: Las Vegas Aces Drop Home Opener to Phoenix 99-66 LAS VEGAS (May 9, 2026) – Poor shooting and turnovers plagued the Las Vegas Aces (0-1), who dropped their home opener to the Phoenix Mercury...

MAY 10 • WNBA.COM

Jovana Nogic shines as Mercury dominate Aces to open season The Aces may have their rings, but today belonged to Jovana Nogic

MAY 10 • 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.

MAY 9 • 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...

MAY 9 • 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.

MAY 9 • 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.

MAY 9 • 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

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Bonner helps the short-handed Mercury beat the Fire 78-72

Reese and Canada double-doubles fuel the Dream's 82-80 win over the Mercury

Hamby has 27 points, 15 boards to lead Sparks to 97-88 win over Mercury

Brittney Sykes, Marina Mabrey combine for 61 points, and the Tempo beat the Mercury 98-90

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

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