Soon after, Cunningham confirmed the news in very Cunningham-like fashion.
did you guys really think you could get rid of me that easily? keepin’ the sass in Phoenix, let’s get it!!! pic.twitter.com/P6HM9CpWPg
— Sophie Cunningham (@sophaller) January 31, 2022
It’s a big deal for Cunningham, who was an unrestricted free agent after the Mercury declined her rookie contract option. Cunningham would have been a nice pick up for any team, especially contenders looking for impact bench players. Ultimately though, the GOAT will return to Phoenix, where she played a vital role in the Mercury’s run to the WNBA finals.