PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury have waived Megan McConnell and signed Kiana Williams as a corresponding roster move, announced by the team in a press release.
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May 11, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Mercury guard Megan McConnell (16) against the Golden State Valkyries during a preseason game at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
McConnell was diagnosed with a tibial plateau fracture in her right knee after being injured during Mercury’s game against the Minnesota Lynx on May 30. She will continue to receive assistance in her rehabilitation from the team.
May 29, 2022; Seattle, Washington, USA; New York Liberty guard Crystal Dangerfield (3) and Seattle Storm guard Kiana Williams (23) battle for the ball during the second half at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-USA TODAY Sports
Williams has been in the WNBA for three seasons, playing in 27 games in her time with the league. She was recently signed to the Seattle Storm in 2024, where she played 13 games.
Welcome to Phoenix, Kiana! ???? pic.twitter.com/9fnXtEBi3f
— Phoenix Mercury (@PhoenixMercury) June 26, 2025
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
