WNBA Recap: Alyssa Thomas Records Third Consecutive Triple-Double in Mercury's Victory; Dream Outmuscle Sky
In the world of WNBA basketball, Alyssa Thomas of the Phoenix Mercury made history by recording three consecutive triple-doubles, a first in the league. This impressive feat was achieved during the team's 95-60 victory over the Indiana Fever on August 7, 2025.
Thomas, who now holds the record for the most career triple-doubles in the WNBA with 19, was not the only standout player for the Mercury in the game. DeWanna Bonner scored a season-high 23 points, while Satou Sabally contributed 15 points and eight rebounds, and Kahleah Copper added 11.
Meanwhile, the Atlanta Dream showcased their offensive prowess in a game against the Chicago Sky. The Dream started the third quarter with a 10-0 run, outscoring the Sky 32-18 in the quarter to take the lead. Allisha Gray led Atlanta with 25 points, while Te-Hina Paopao and Gray combined to make nine 3-pointers. Te-Hina Paopao also scored 12 points, and Nia Coffey added 10 off the bench.
The Connecticut Sun, led by Tina Charles and Marina Mabrey who each scored 19 points, faced off against the Los Angeles Sparks. The Sparks clinched their eighth win in nine games, but the details of their victory were not provided. Six players from the Sparks scored in double digits, including Dearica Hamby (21 points), Rickea Jackson (20 points), and Kelsey Plum (18 points).
In other news, Caitlin Clark missed her ninth straight game due to a right groin injury for the Indiana Fever. Sophie Cunningham scored 18 points and shot 5 of 8 on 3-pointers in the Fever's loss to the Phoenix Mercury, while Kelsey Mitchell added 12 points.
The Los Angeles Sparks' Cameron Brink scored all 11 of her points in the second half, and Azura Stevens and Julie Allemand each scored 10 points for the Sparks.
The Atlanta Dream have won four games in a row, while the Chicago Sky have lost two games in a row. The Dream's Jordin Canada extended their lead to 10 points at 74-63 with 5:47 remaining in the fourth quarter, and Canada also secured her first career triple-double on a layup with 1:11 left in the fourth quarter, achieving 10 rebounds and 11 assists in addition to her points.
The WNBA season continues to deliver exciting performances and historic moments, with Alyssa Thomas's triple-double streak being just one of many. Stay tuned for more updates from the world of WNBA basketball.
Alyssa Thomas of the Phoenix Mercury continues to dominate the WNBA basketball scene, as she now holds the record for the most career triple-doubles in the league, a feat she achieved with three consecutive triple-doubles. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Dream, who have won four games in a row, showcased their offensive prowess in a game against the Chicago Sky, with Allisha Gray leading the team with 25 points. In the realm of sports, these powerful performances serve as a testament to the thrilling competitions that the WNBA steadily offers.
