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Kahleah Copper hits opening shot at Suns game, builds hype for Mercury season
TL;DR
Kahleah Copper made a surprise appearance at the Suns playoff game, hitting the opening shot and generating excitement for the upcoming Mercury season.
Key points
- Kahleah Copper hit the opening shot at a Suns playoff game.
- Her appearance supports the Phoenix Mercury.
- Copper previously played against the Minnesota Lynx in the WNBA Playoffs.
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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.
Q&A
What did Kahleah Copper do at the Suns playoff game?
Kahleah Copper hit the opening shot during the Suns playoff matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
How does Kahleah Copper's appearance impact the Mercury season?
Her appearance builds hype and showcases interleague support, generating excitement for the Mercury's upcoming season.
When did Kahleah Copper play against the Minnesota Lynx?
Kahleah Copper played against the Minnesota Lynx on September 23, 2025, during the WNBA Playoffs.