# Phoenix Mercury Honor UConn Legend Diana Taurasi, Sun Star DeWanna Bonner in Celebration of 2014 WNBA Title ## Mercury to Retire Taurasi's Jersey, Bonner's Number to Hang from the Rafters in Preseason Games ### Taurasi, Bonner Led Mercury to Franchise's Third WNBA Championship in 2014 The Phoenix Mercury will honor two of the most iconic players in franchise history, Diana Taurasi and DeWanna Bonner, by retiring their jerseys during two separate preseason games. Taurasi, a three-time Olympic gold medalist and 10-time WNBA All-Star, led the Mercury to three WNBA championships, including the 2014 title that will be celebrated on May 14th. Bonner, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and six-time WNBA All-Star, was named the WNBA Finals MVP in 2014 and will be honored on May 21st. Both Taurasi and Bonner were instrumental in the Mercury's success during their time in Phoenix. Taurasi is the franchise's all-time leading scorer, rebounder, and assists leader, while Bonner is third in scoring and second in rebounds. The jersey retirement ceremonies will be a fitting tribute to two of the greatest players in WNBA history. Taurasi and Bonner were both key members of the 2014 Mercury team that won the franchise's third WNBA championship. They are both also members of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The Mercury's decision to retire Taurasi's and Bonner's jerseys is a testament to their impact on the franchise and the WNBA. They are two of the most decorated players in league history, and their jerseys will serve as a reminder of their greatness for years to come. **Key Stats:** * Taurasi is the WNBA's all-time leading scorer (9,836 points) * Taurasi is a 10-time WNBA All-Star * Taurasi has won three Olympic gold medals * Bonner is a two-time Olympic gold medalist * Bonner was named the 2014 WNBA Finals MVP * Bonner is a six-time WNBA All-Star **Sources:** * [Phoenix Mercury to retire Diana Taurasi's jersey](https://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/35626006/phoenix-mercury-retire-diana-taurasi-jersey) * [DeWanna Bonner's No. 24 to hang from rafters in Phoenix](https://www.swishappeal.com/2023/2/21/23607264/dewanna-bonner-jersey-retirement-phoenix-mercury-wnba) * [Diana Taurasi](https://www.basketball-reference.com/wnba/players/t/tauradi01w.html) * [DeWanna Bonner](https://www.basketball-reference.com/wnba/players/b/bonnede01w.html)
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