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Sep 23, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper (2) celebrates making a three point shot against the Minnesota Lynx in the first half during game two of the second round for the 2025 WNBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images
PHOENIX ā Phoenix Mercury star Kahleah Copper made a surprise cameo at the Phoenix Suns Game 4 playoff matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder, showcasing continuing interleague support.
Mercury guard Kahleah Copper (2) makes a layup against the Liberty during a game at PHX Arena in Phoenix, on June 27, 2025. Ā© Patrick Breen/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
Copper appeared at Footprint Center just days before she and the Mercury are set to host Team Japan in their final preseason game. She took part in a ceremonial moment before tipoff, knocking down the gameās first shot and drawing applause from fans in attendance.
The appearance is one of many where players from both teams go out to support each other at different points in their seasons. Copper, who re-signed with Phoenix this offseason after the WNBA CBA was approved, has become one of the faces of basketball in the Valley in recent years.
Kahleah Copper hit the opening shot during the Suns playoff matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Her appearance builds hype and showcases interleague support, generating excitement for the Mercury's upcoming season.
Kahleah Copper played against the Minnesota Lynx on September 23, 2025, during the WNBA Playoffs.

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Aug 3, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper (2) drives to the basket against the Chicago Sky during the first half at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
Interleague support has continued to increase over the past several years, with several Suns players also supporting the Mercury during their own postseason run in 2025. Both teams share a passionate fan base that prides itself on backing them and building momentum as each season approaches.
With the regular season approaching, Copperās presence served as another reminder that basketball in Phoenix thrives on a shared energy between its teams and fans.
Jul 3, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper (2) shoots against the Dallas Wings during the second half at College Park Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images