Phoenix Mercury to Retire Diana Taurasi's Jersey and Induct Her into Ring of Honor
The WNBA's all-time leading scorer will be celebrated in the summer of 2026 after a legendary 20-year career with the team.
- Diana Taurasi, who retired on February 25, 2025, after a 20-year career with the Phoenix Mercury, is the WNBA's all-time leading scorer with 10,646 career points.
- The Phoenix Mercury announced plans to retire Taurasi's No. 3 jersey and induct her into the team's Ring of Honor in the summer of 2026.
- Taurasi's career accolades include three WNBA championships, one league MVP title, two WNBA Finals MVPs, and a record six Olympic gold medals.
- She is credited with inspiring a generation of players and contributing to the growth of women's basketball, which has reached record levels of popularity during her career.
- Taurasi expressed gratitude for her career and the game, emphasizing her focus on winning and the relationships she built throughout her journey.