Kalani Brown

Brown was one of only two players to score in double figures for the Mercury 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 appearance following a six-game absence due to personal reasons.

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.

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.

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.

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.