In a game that was supposed to be just another regular-season matchup, Phoenix Mercury guard Sami Whitcomb turned it into a moment for the record books.
The Phoenix Mercury defeated the Chicago Sky 107–86 on Saturday night, delivering a blowout win that also doubled as a celebration of one of the league’s most consistent sharpshooters. Whitcomb made five three-pointers off the bench, officially passing Kara Lawson for the most games in WNBA history with four or more threes made as a reserve—an accomplishment she’s now achieved 16 times in her career.
“A pure shooter,” the WNBA wrote on social media following the announcement. For longtime fans of the league, the moment was a celebration not just of Whitcomb’s performance, but of how far the women’s game has come in recognizing role players who consistently rise to the occasion.
Whitcomb finished the game with 17 points, four rebounds, and two assists, shooting 50% from beyond the arc. Her threes weren’t just technical—they were tone-setting, each one part of the Mercury’s offensive rhythm that proved too much for the Sky to handle. With the win, Phoenix continues its upward swing, while the Sky have now dropped five of their last six games.
This is Whitcomb’s first season with the Mercury, but far from her first WNBA stop. Her journey through the league has been a study in staying power: she played her first four seasons with the Seattle Storm, then moved to the New York Liberty for two years before returning to Seattle. Now in Phoenix, she’s proving once again that age and experience can be game-changing weapons—especially when paired with a smooth three-point stroke.
For the Sky, this loss adds to a frustrating stretch. Despite standout performances in recent weeks from Angel Reese and rookie Kamilla Cardoso, the team is still finding its rhythm. With the WNBA season heating up and playoff conversations beginning to brew, they’ll need to find answers quickly.
Meanwhile, the Mercury get to bask in the spotlight—and in the glow of Whitcomb’s record-setting night. Up next, they’ll face the New York Liberty on Friday. All eyes will be on whether Whitcomb can keep rewriting the record books—one corner three at a time.
