Lexi Held, a promising guard in the WNBA, has returned to the Phoenix Mercury after a brief period with the Toronto Tempo. Held, who had an impressive rookie season with the Mercury, was left unprotected during the offseason and subsequently selected by the newly formed Toronto Tempo. However, her time in Toronto was short-lived, as she was waived after appearing in just eight games.

Return to Phoenix

Held’s return to Phoenix is a homecoming of sorts, as she expressed her fondness for the team and its supportive environment. ‘This is a special place to me,’ Held stated, reflecting on her previous season with the Mercury. She highlighted the belief and support she received from the team, which she hopes to reciprocate by contributing to the team’s efforts this season.

In her first game back with the Mercury, Held played for 15 minutes and scored five points. She aims to bring defensive tenacity and offensive skills, including shooting and floor spacing, to help the team improve its performance.

Challenges Ahead for the Mercury

The Phoenix Mercury have faced significant challenges this season, currently holding a 2-8 record and experiencing a six-game losing streak. The team has been outscored by an average of 4.9 points per game, with their defense allowing 87.9 points per game, ranking them among the league’s worst.

Kahleah Copper, a key player for the Mercury, has been leading the team in scoring but is struggling with shooting efficiency. Copper emphasized the importance of each player fulfilling their role to meet the standards of a championship team.

As the Mercury look to turn their season around, Held’s return is seen as a potential catalyst for improvement. Her willingness to do the ‘dirty work’ and play hard could provide the spark the team needs to overcome its current challenges.

Original reporting: All Sports Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.