The Phoenix Mercury are facing a challenging period with the announcement that guard Megan McConnell has suffered a tibial plateau fracture in her right knee. Following the injury, the team has opted to release her while supporting her rehabilitation process. In response, the Mercury signed Kiana Williams, who has had a somewhat underwhelming career thus far, averaging less than a point in her previous 27 games. Williams will need to step up as the team navigates through these unexpected changes. McConnell's injury and subsequent release come soon after her brother, T.J. McConnell, had a disappointing outing in the NBA Finals with the Indiana Pacers, where he led the team in turnovers during their elimination game.