Sami Whitcomb scored 29 of her career-high 36 points in the first half, Alyssa Thomas had her 16th career triple-double and the Phoenix Mercury beat the Dallas Wings 102-72.

Phoenix Mercury guard Sami Whitcomb controls the ball as Dallas Wings guard JJ Quinerly defends. With her impressive scoring in the first quarter, she set a scoring record. Whitcomb has scored 2,000 points in her career, which was recognized by the Mercury on X.

After an exciting weekend, we kick off a very busy WNBA week with two matchups. The Wings head to Phoenix to take on the Mercury, who will be without Satou Sabally. Meanwhile, the upstart Valkyries head to Atlanta for a showdown with the Dream.

Three-point shooting is important in today's game, and the Phoenix Mercury are holding their own in that area.

Following the win, the WNBA took notice of Whitcomb's best scoring night and announced on X. The league also recognized her All-Star teammate, Alyssa Thomas. The six-time All-Star recorded the 12th triple-double of her career with 15 points, 10 rebounds and 15 assists.