Sami Whitcomb - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Fills in for Plum on Tuesday Whitcomb finished with seven points (2-6 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, three assists and two steals across 22 minutes during Tuesday's 94-87 victory over Los Angeles.

Impact Whitcomb had a modest performance in her first start of the season in place of the injured Kelsey Plum (calf) on Tuesday. With Plum's status uncertain going forward, it's unclear how long Whitcomb will experience a boost i fantasy value.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Plum Whitcomb will start Tuesday's game against the Sparks, freelance Mercury writer Jeff Metcalfe reports.

Impact With Kelsey Plum (lower leg) sidelined, Whitcomb will draw her first start of the season. The 38-year-old guard has averaged 4.2 points and 2.0 assists in 14.2 minutes per showing over her last five appearances.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Monday Whitcomb (knee) is available for Monday's game against Chicago.

Impact Whitcomb was in danger of missing this contest, though she has since been upgraded and will appear in her fourth consecutive contest. The 38-year-old hasn't played well recently, totaling 12 points in her last three regular-season games.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Monday Whitcomb is probable for Monday's game against the Sky due to left knee injury management.

Impact Whitcomb has been dealing with the knee injury for some time now, so it doesn't come as a surprise that she is on the injury report ahead of Monday's contest. She has been able to suit up for each of the last three games after missing one bout due to an illness, so all signs point towards he being available. Over her last three appearances, she has averaged 4.0 points, 1.3 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 15.3 minutes per contest.

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

Shooting woes in loss Whitcomb recorded four points (1-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and three assists in 15 minutes during Saturday's 94-92 loss to New York.

Impact Whitcomb struggled with efficiency Saturday and has shot just 1-for-8 from the field in her last two appearances. The veteran guard has yet to score in double figures this season and is now averaging 3.9 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 14.2 minutes per game across seven regular-season appearances in 2026.

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 18 minutes in return Whitcomb (illness) ended with eight points (3-8 FG, 2-7 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 18 minutes during Wednesday's 86-82 win over Los Angeles.

Impact Whitcomb didn't suit up in Sunday's 72-63 win over Connecticut due to an illness. While she led the bench in minutes in her return, she failed to reach double figures in scoring once again. The 36-year-old missed the start of the 2026 campaign because of a knee injury. Though it's safe to assume Whitcomb isn't back to full strength, she still may have trouble coming close to the 9.1 points she averaged in 2025, even once she is.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Wednesday Whitcomb (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Sparks.

Impact Whitcomb is all set to return from a one-game absence. The veteran is averaging 3.8 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.5 assists this season.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Whitcomb is out for Sunday's game against the Sun due to an illness.

Impact Whitcomb was initially deemed probable for Sunday's game due to a knee injury, but she will be unable to play after coming down with an illness. Alexa Held will likely see an expanded role in Whitcomb's absence.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Sunday Whitcomb (knee) is probable for Sunday's game versus the Sun.

Impact Whitcomb has made it through the past four games without issue, and it looks like she'll remain available for Sunday's game. Whitcomb is averaging 3.8 points and 2.3 rebounds per game this season.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Whitcomb (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Sun.

Impact Whitcomb will continue to power through the knee issue and make herself available for her fourth straight game. She's averaging 3.7 points, 2.7 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game this season.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call for Friday Whitcomb (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Sun.

Impact Whitcomb was able to play through a knee issue Monday after being listed probable prior to tipoff, but the fact that she's been downgraded to questionable means her status for Friday is a bit more uncertain. The Mercury should have a better idea of her availability after monitoring her throughout the day Friday.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Monday Whitcomb (knee) is available for Monday's game versus Minnesota.

Impact Whitcomb has combined for 22 minutes in his first two games of the 2026 campaign. Although there's a chance she could see a little more action Monday, the team will presumably continue to take things slow.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Monday Whitcomb (knee) is probable for Monday's matchup with Minnesota.

Impact Whitcomb is on track to appear in her third consecutive game and should again see around 11 minutes off the bench. Through her first two appearances this season, she's totaled two points, seven rebounds, four assists and three steals.

JULY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Saturday Whitcomb (knee) is available for Saturday's game against Las Vegas.

Impact Whitcomb was initially tabbed as questionable due to left knee injury management, but she has been given the green light to play against the Aces on Saturday. She missed the first 22 games of the regular season while recovering from arthroscopic surgery on her left knee that she underwent in early May. Whitcomb was cleared to make her 2026 debut against the Fever on Thursday, when she played 11 minutes and finished with two points, four rebounds, one assist and one steal in a 92-89 loss.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Whitcomb (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game in Las Vegas.

Impact Whitcomb logged 11 minutes in her regular-season debut in Thursday's loss to the Fever, but she could return to the sidelines Saturday for "injury management." If Whitecomb needs the night off, Alexa Held could see a bump in minutes.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Rusty in season debut Whitcomb closed Thursday's 92-89 loss to the Fever with two points (0-5 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal over 11 minutes.

Impact After undergoing arthroscopic surgery on her left knee in early May, Whitcomb showed signs of rust and was limited in her season debut Thursday. She started 20 of her 43 appearances for the Mercury last year, and Whitcomb's minutes should climb gradually as she becomes further removed from the injury.

JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Available with minutes restriction Whitcomb (knee) will be available to play with a minutes restriction in Thursday's game against the Fever, Aya Abdeen of TheIXSports.com reports.

Impact Whitcomb is slated to make her season debut after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on her left knee in early May. Though she'll be monitored under a minutes restriction, the guard's return will likely affect the playing time of Alexa Held and Monique Akoa Makani.

JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Thursday Whitcomb (knee) is listed as probable for Thursday's game against the Fever.

Impact Whitcomb is trending toward making her 2026 regular-season debut after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on her left knee in early May. The veteran guard may operate under a minutes restriction once she returns, though her presence would still leave fewer minutes for the likes of Alexa Held and Monique Akoa Makani.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Out 4-to-6 weeks Whitcomb will undergo an arthroscopy on Thursday to remove a loose body in her left knee. She will be re-evaluated in four to six weeks, Shane Young of the Mercury's official site...

Impact This is a tough blow for Whitcomb and the Mercury as she will now miss the first month or so of the WNBA season. Whitcomb served as a part-time starter during her first season in Phoenix last year, averaging 9.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 23.9 minutes per game across 43 regular-season appearances (20 starts). Kiana Williams could see an uptick in minutes with this news.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Double-digit points in victory Whitcomb posted 12 points (3-5 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and a rebound in 21 minutes during Wednesday's 86-60 preseason win over the Japan National Team.

Impact Whitcomb had plenty of success from beyond the arc Wednesday and was one of three players to score in double figures for the Mercury. Whitcomb served as a part-time starter during her first season in Phoenix last year, averaging 9.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 23.9 minutes per game across 43 regular-season appearances (20 starts).

APRIL 30 • ROTOWIRE

PHOENIX MERCURY RE-SIGN SAMI WHITCOMB PHOENIX – The Phoenix Mercury have re-signed two-time WNBA Champion and nine-year veteran Sami Whitcomb. Whitcomb enters her second season w...

APRIL 13 • WNBA.COM

Re-signs with Phoenix Whitcomb signed a two-year, $1.4 million contract with the Mercury on Sunday, Chiney Ogwumike of ESPN reports.

Impact Whitcomb spent her first season in Phoenix in 2025, averaging 9.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 23.9 minutes per game over 43 regular-season appearances (20 starts). She saw consistent playing time and helped lead the Mercury to the WNBA Finals, and she should have the opportunity to maintain a fantasy-relevant role on a multi-year deal.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

All-Star Gabby Williams joins the Valkyries on a multiyear deal and Alyssa Thomas returns to Phoenix

The Valkyries say All-Star Gabby Williams has signed a multiyear deal with Golden State while Alyssa Thomas is headed back to the Phoenix Mercury

APRIL 12 • Associated Press

Mercury's Whitcomb Makes Playoffs, Wins Championships Sami Whitcomb joined the Phoenix Mercury last year, and that was her eighth playoff appearance.

FEBRUARY 5 • SI.COM

How Mercury's Whitcomb Had Her Career High In College Sami Whitcomb was one of the Phoenix Mercury's best shooters, and before playing in the WNBA, she had some big games with the Washington Hus...

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • SI.COM

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All-Star Gabby Williams joins the Valkyries on a multiyear deal and Alyssa Thomas returns to Phoenix