Mercury Records: Brittney Griner Holds All-Time Rebounding Record

The Phoenix Mercury's franchise rebounding leader is Brittney Griner, who accumulated 2,322 rebounds during her 11 seasons with the team before joining the Atlanta Dream. Her best rebounding season was in 2021, averaging 9.5 rebounds per game.

Guard Diana Taurasi, surprisingly, holds second place on the Mercury's all-time rebounding list with 2,210 rebounds, achieved despite rebounding not being a typical strength for guards. DeWanna Bonner ranks third with 2,072 rebounds during her previous tenure with Phoenix. With Bonner returning to the Mercury, she has the opportunity to increase her total and potentially move closer to Taurasi.

The only other active player on the top rebounding list is Brianna Turner, who sits in sixth place with 1,111 rebounds. She played for Phoenix for five years before being traded in the deal that brought Kahleah Copper to the Mercury.

Griner's rebounding record remains secure for the foreseeable future, solidifying her legacy as one of the greatest players in Mercury history. The article notes that many of the franchise records established by legendary players appear likely to endure.