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Paige Bueckers scores 24 and the Wings end their season with a 97-76 victory over the Mercury

Paige Bueckers had 24 points, Amy Okonkwo and Aziaha James each added 20 points off the bench and the Dallas Wings ended their season with a 97-76 victory over the Phoenix Mercury

SEPTEMBER 12 • Associated Press

Chips in 12 in loss Brown finished with 12 points (5-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds and one block across 24 minutes during Thursday's 97-76 loss to the Wings.

Impact Brown was one of only two players on her squad to score in double figures in this blowout loss on the road. However, Phoenix is heading to the playoffs, with a tall task ahead against the Liberty in the first round. Brown's efficient performance off the bench is a good sign in just her second game back from a six-game absence due to personal reasons.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Not on injury report Brown (personal) has been cleared to play in Thursday's game against the Mystics, David Veenstra of Desert Wave Media reports.

Impact After missing the last four games for personal reasons, Brown will make her return to the floor. She has made 27 appearances during the 2025 campaign, averaging 4.8 points and 4.0 rebounds across 12.3 minutes per contest, shooting 60.9 percent from the floor and 28.6 percent from beyond the arc.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Brown (personal) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Fever, Chloe Peterson of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Brown hasn't seen the floor in six of Phoenix's last eight games, so her absence shouldn't cause any significant waves in the Mercury's rotation. Her next chance to suit up will come Thursday against Washington.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to bench Tuesday Brown won't start in Tuesday's game against the Sun, David Veenstra of Desert Wave Media reports.

Impact After starting Sunday's win over the Sky, Brown will retreat to the bench. Over her last five appearances (one start), the 28-year-old center has averaged 6.2 points and 6.0 rebounds across 12.8 minutes per game.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up nine rebounds in win Brown recorded five points (2-5 FG, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds and one block over 19 minutes during Sunday's 83-67 win over the Sky.

Impact Brown moved into the starting lineup with Satou Sabally (personal) out, and Kathryn Westbeld to the bench. She didn't pile up the points, but her rebound total was healthy, and the block was nice. She is averaging 6.5 points and 6.8 rebounds across the past four appearances.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Chicago Brown will start in Sunday's game against the Sky.

Impact With Satou Sabally (personal) sidelined and Kathryn Westbeld moving to the bench, Sami Whitcomb and Brown will join the starting five. Over her last five outings, the 28-year-old center has averaged 5.6 points and 4.4 rebounds across 9.4 minutes per game.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Notches four points Brown racked up four points (2-2 FG) and three rebounds over eight minutes during Wednesday's 90-79 loss to the Dream.

Impact With the Mercury getting some healthy bodies back, minutes will be tough to come by for Brown. In 21 appearances this season, Brown holds averages of 5.5 points and 4.2 rebounds in 13.6 minutes per contest.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Wednesday Brown (knee) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Dream, David Veenstra of Desert Wave Media reports.

Impact After being a limited participant in Tuesday's practice, there was a chance Brown would be sidelined due to a knee issue. However, she will suit up and play, giving Phoenix some depth in the frontcourt. The 28-year-old center is averaging 5.6 points and 4.3 rebounds per game, shooting a career-high 64.3 percent from the field during the 2025 campaign

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Brown (knee) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Dream, David Veenstra of Desert Wave Media reports

Impact Brown was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice due to an undisclosed injury, which has since been clarified as a right knee issue. However, her probable designation suggests she's expected to play Wednesday. The center has come off the bench in all 20 games this season, averaging 5.6 points and 4.3 rebounds in 13.9 minutes per contest.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Limited participant in practice Brown (undisclosed) was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice, David Veenstra of Desert Wave Media reports.

Impact It's unclear if Brown is dealing with an injury and if her status is in any jeopardy for Wednesday's matchup with the Dream. The 28-year-old center can be tentatively labeled as questionable ahead of the action. If Brown is unable to suit up, Natasha Mack would likely see a boost in playing time.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Pulls down 11 rebounds in loss Brown chipped in 11 points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 19 minutes during Wednesday's 79-66 loss to Minnesota.

Impact Brown has scored at least 11 points in just three appearances this season, with two of those performances coming against the Lynx. The 11 rebounds were her most in a single game since she grabbed 14 boards in a game June 20, 2023 in a game as a member of the Wings against the Dream.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Lynx beat the Mercury 79-66 to improve to 12-0 at home heading into the All-Star break

Kayla McBride scored 18 points, Courtney Williams had 12 points, seven rebounds and five assists, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Phoenix Mercury 79-66 to improve to 12-0 at home t...

JULY 16 • Associated Press

Productive in limited action Brown finished with five points (2-2 FG, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and one block over nine minutes during Monday's 78-77 win over the Valkyries.

Impact Despite a very limited workload, Brown made the most of her minutes Monday. She had just played two minutes in her previous outing, so until her role trends up in a big way, she'll be hard to trust in most fantasy formats.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well in win Brown totaled six points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and three blocks over 24 minutes during Monday's 102-72 win over the Wings.

Impact With Kahleah Copper (hamstring) and Satou Sabally (ankle) both sidelined, Brown stepped up for the Mercury, warranting some attention from prospective fantasy managers. Both Copper and Sabally are day-to-day, however, so Brown's fantasy appeal could be short-lived.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet off bench Brown posted two points (0-1 FG, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal in 16 minutes during Thursday's 98-89 loss to Dallas.

Impact Brown continues to play a minimal role off the bench for the Mercury, though she has made the most of her minutes this campaign. In 13.9 minutes per night, she's hitting 63.2 percent from the field with averages of 5.5 points, 3.8 rebounds and 0.5 blocks.

JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Muted role continues Sunday Brown produced six points (3-4 FG, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal in 15 minutes during Sunday's 84-81 loss to the Aces.

Impact After sitting out consecutive games on June 11 and June 15, Brown has continued to play a lesser role off the bench. She's averaged just 4.2 points, 3.4 rebounds and 0.8 assists in 10.6 minutes per game over her last five appearances, and Brown should continue to share the center minutes with Natasha Mack going forward.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Mercury set franchise record for 3-pointers in a game in 107-86 win over Sky

Sami Whitcomb hit five of the Mercury’s franchise-record 17 3-pointers and finished with 17 points, Kahleah Copper scored 16 and the Phoenix Mercury beat the Chicago Sky 107-86

JUNE 21 • Associated Press

Sees seven minutes Brown registered two rebounds and one steal in seven minutes during Thursday's 89-81 victory over the Liberty.

Impact Brown's minutes continue to trend in the wrong direction for Phoenix -- she's seen a total of 12 minutes in her last two appearances. She's well off the fantasy radar while the frontcourt in Phoenix is healthy.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

Off report for Wednesday Brown (illness) isn't listed on the Mercury's injury report for Wednesday's game against the Sun, David Veenstra of Desert Wave Media reports.

Impact Brown is set to return from a two-game absence due to an illness. Over her last five outings, the 28-year-old center has averaged 7.4 points and 5.4 rebounds across 17.0 minutes per game. However, her playing time could decline with Natasha Mack available.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Brown (illness) is out for Sunday's game against the Aces, freelance Mercury writer Jeff Metcalfe reports.

Impact Brown is not with the team due to an illness, so it's not a surprise to see her ruled out for this matchup. Her next chance to play will come against the Sun on Wednesday. In the meantime, Murjanatu Musa should see more minutes in the frontcourt as a backup option.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

No-go Wednesday Brown (illness) won't play in Wednesday's game against the Wings, Desert Wave Media reports.

Impact Brown is battling an illness and was added to the injury report as doubtful earlier Wednesday. The center will miss the matchup against Dallas, marking her first absence of the season. Thankfully for the Mercury, Natasha Mack (back) is likely to make her 2025 debut Wednesday and can eat up some minutes at the five. Still, expect Murjanatu Musa to see an uptick in playing time. Brown's next chance to play will come Sunday in Las Vegas.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful with illness Brown is doubtful for Wednesday's game against Dallas due to an illness, Matt Cohen of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Brown was a late addition to the injury report and is likely to sit out this contest for Phoenix. She has a minimal role in the rotation, playing an average of 15.4 minutes per contest with 6.5 points and 3.1 rebounds. In Brown's absence, Murjanatu Musacould be a bit more involved Wednesday.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for Tuesday Brown (knee) is not on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's game against the Lynx.

Impact Brown was listed as questionable on the injury report but is good to go Tuesday. The 28-year-old will serve as the primary center off the bench with Natasha Mack (back) sidelined.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Brown (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Lynx, Desert Wave Media reports.

Impact Brown is listed on the injury report for the first time this season. The center has carved out a consistent role off the bench, averaging 11.5 points and 6.5 rebounds over her past two outings. If Brown is unavailable and with Natasha Mack (back) already ruled out, Murjanatu Musa could be in line for a significant uptick in minutes.

JUNE 2 • ROTOWIRE