Our website, archdigest.com, offers constant original coverage of the interior design and architecture worlds, new shops and products, travel destinations, art and cultural events, celebrity style, and high-end real estate as well as access to print features and images from the AD archives. Thursday, June 2, 2022. The Euroleague tournament ended in the quarter-finals, where Dynamo was eliminated by former champions CSKA Samara. The Mercury would finish with an 1816 record as the fifth seed in the league. Sited on a raised lot near the coastline, the. Last year Taurasi, who will turn 41 in June, averaged 16.2 points, 3.9 assists and 3.4 rebounds before her season was cut short by a quad injury. Its been mere weeks since Diana Taurasi won an eco-friendly Olympic gold medal (this years prizes were made from recycled electronics) with the USA womens basketball team, who beat Japan 90-75 during the championship match at the Tokyo Games. Taurasi was an unrestricted free agent, but it was expected that she'd go back to Phoenix. Taurasi finished her prep career ranked fourth in state history with 3,047 points. PHOENIX -- Almost 25 minutes after Phoenix Mercury star Diana Taurasi sent her best friend, Seattle Storm star Sue Bird, off into the sunset of their own personal rivalry, they were navigating the underbelly of the downtown Footprint Center on Friday night trying to figure out which way to go. Shes averaged 16.2 points, 3.9 assists and 3.4 rebounds in her career. She is the WNBA's all-time leader in field goals and attempts, 3-point field goals, and attempts, and has scored 9,693. She was embraced and celebrated by a mixture of Mercury and Storm fans. But on Friday afternoon, as she sat in her room at the Hotel Palomar across the street from the arena, a show on ESPN discussed her and Taurasi. She broke Katie Smith's league records for points in a season (741 during the 2006 season). The U.S. team went on to win the championship and gold medal. With this victory Taurasi became the seventh player ever to win an NCAA title, a WNBA title, and an Olympic gold medal. "It's not fun," Nygaard said. No other jersey. People lingering after the game waved and took pictures. Last season she was averaging 23.2 points after the All-Star break before having her season cut short by a quad injury. PHOENIX -- Almost 25 minutes after Phoenix Mercurystar Diana Taurasisent her best friend, Seattle Stormstar Sue Bird, off into the sunset of their own personal rivalry, they were navigating the underbelly of the downtown Footprint Center on Friday night trying to figure out which way to go. At times in her career, she had to play forward because there were shorter players in the starting five on her team. [7] Taurasi is one of 11 women to win an Olympic gold medal, an NCAA Championship, a FIBA World Cup gold and a WNBA Championship. For 17 years, fans in Phoenix watched their future Hall of Famer face her best friend, another future Hall of Famer. The Olympic athletes have been vegan since 2015 and were set on creating an eco-friendly, toxic-free environment in the nursery. After they shared the postgame news conference -- a first for both of them, which was a rare feat to find something neither had done after nearly two decades in the WNBA -- they walked out, stage left and never left each other's side. The Cirrus pendant lamps gentle curves are reminiscent of sand dunes, and the West Elm x PBK Modern Icon Mobile calls to mind an art installation in the desert. Last season she was averaging 23.2 points after the All-Star break before having her season cut short by a quad injury. Uncover Diana's photos, videos, and more . E.g. Diana Taurasi, a three-time WNBA champion and the league's all-time leading scorer, will miss the remainder of the regular season with a quad strain, the Phoenix Mercury announced Monday, as the . Except it was better. By signing a multiyear contract it keeps the door open for Taurasi to play in the 2024 Olympics. Even with limited practice, the team managed to win its first game against Greece by 26 points. [50], In 2010 Taurasi played for Turkish champion Fenerbahe, helping the team to repeat winning the national league. She holds the franchise record in 16 categories and with 9,693 points in her career should go over the 10,000-point mark next season if she stays healthy. In 2011, she was voted by fans as one of the WNBA's Top 15 Players of All Time, and was named by the league to its 20th and 25th anniversary teams, respectively the WNBA Top 20@20 in 2016 and The W25 in 2021. In all, the home has three bedrooms, three full baths and 2,040 square feet of living space. Still, Taurasi's average of 31 minutes per game . Bird jerseys in Seattle's trademark yellow and green stood out against the purple and black Mercury threads. "I think of this as another game in the story of our WNBA like, quote, unquote, rivalry. [49], The team would go on to win four consecutive Euroleague championships from 2007 to 2010, and Taurasi was named Final Four MVP in 2009 and 2010. Because many team members were still playing in the WNBA until just prior to the event, the team had only one day of practice with the entire team before leaving for Ostrava and Karlovy Vary. [64] She helped Team USA capture the gold medal, defeating Australia in the championship game. She had to sit out the rest of the season with a strained left hip flexor. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The WNBAs all-time leading scorer has only played with the Mercury since being drafted No. Phoenix Mercury coach, Sandy Brondello, noted that Taurasi still had pain in her ankle but managed to play through it and play through it she did, playing her heart out in a Game 3 win and Game 4 loss. In 2020, the season was delayed and shortened to 22 games in a bubble at IMG Academy due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They appreciated what was unfolding before them Friday night. Matt Waxman of One Pacific Real Estate represented the buyer in the sale. [39] On July 8, 2018, Taurasi became the league's all-time leader in field goals made in an 8477 victory against the Connecticut Sun, surpassing Tina Thompson. This one was warranted, though. Diana Taurasi has re-signed with the Phoenix Mercury, agreeing to a multi-year contract, the team announced Saturday. Diana Taurasi is returning for a 19th season with the Phoenix Mercury, signinga multi-year deal, the team announced Saturday. She averaged 12.6 points per game and led the team with assists with 5.46 per game. When did surveillance become a business model and what would it take to rein it in? [19] She averaged 15.0 points, 4.3 rebounds and 4.5 assists per game in her collegiate career. [55], The injury and the consequent loss in the Euroleague final had a big role in the decision of UMMC club to offer Taurasi a deal to skip her 2015 WNBA season to rest. She was embraced and celebrated by a mixture of Mercury and Storm fans. "It's no surprise, everyone knows that Dee can get to that level. The 40-year-old Taurasi has won three WNBA titles in Phoenix and been honored as the league's MVP in 2009. You're also trying to compete in a season, you're trying to peak at the right time and get to the playoffs and all those things. Taurasi led her team to a tie series after a Game 1 loss (by 4 points) making history. Financial terms of the dealwere not disclosed. malls, fading from their hip glory days, may get new lives as apartments, Kim Zolciak-Biermann can rest easy in her Georgia mansion: Foreclosure auction is off, Mark Wahlberg sells lavish Beverly Park mega-mansion for $55 million. Their hug before the two sat down for a TV interview about an hour before tip -- in which there were more smiles and laughs than questions -- was the kind of embrace you see from two best friends who haven't seen each other for a minute. Taurasi started the 2019 WNBA season on the injured list after undergoing back surgery. By signing a multi-year contract it keeps the door open for Taurasi to play in the 2024 Olympics. PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JUNE 27: Diana Taurasi #3 of the Phoenix Mercury during the first half of the WNBA game at Footprint Center on June 27, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. Team USA had a five-point lead at halftime, which the Czech team then cut to three points, but never got closer. Taurasi has won the WNBA Rookie of the Year Award (2004), three WNBA championships (2007, 2009, and 2014), a historic five Olympic gold medals (2004, 2008, 2012, 2016 and 2020),[3] one WNBA Most Valuable Player Award (2009), two WNBA Finals MVP Awards (2009 and 2014), five scoring titles (2006, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011), and three FIBA World Cups (2010, 2014, and 2018). The Americans earned the bronze medal. The 40-year-old Taurasi has won three WNBA titles in Phoenix and been honored as the leagues MVP in 2009. But at the end of the day, it always came back to Phoenix." (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images) PHOENIX - As Diana Taurasi officially signed a contract that will keep her with the Phoenix Mercury for another two years, it . The court, the arena, the gym -- they're for basketball. Taurasi was named a WBCA All-American. Taurasi and Taylor turned to Pottery Barn Kids to help. But with Tuesday's loss, they have fallen to 2-7 on the season, their sole wins over a Seattle Storm team without Breanna Stewart and fellow starter Mercedes Russell. [8] Taurasi's father, Mario, was raised in Argentina. "If the opportunity comes to play and be a part of it, its something Ive always taken a lot of pride in. Taurasi and Bird have learned that countless times in their careers. "Im still competitive, still driven, still want to play, I still love being a part of USA Basketball," she said. The court, the arena, the gym -- they're for basketball. ", Taurasi tossed as Mercury drop rematch to Sky, WNBA mock draft: Villanova's Siegrist soars into lottery pick, Serena, Griner honored at NAACP Image Awards, Sparks officially re-sign forward N. Ogwumike, Griner on court in 1st open workout since release, WNBA draft set for N.Y., to have 'Orange Carpet', 2-time All-Star C. Ogwumike back with Sparks, Griner officially rejoins Mercury in 'special signing', Yang joins Sparks after FIBA silver with China, WNBA trade grades: Why Wings, Liberty earn top marks in Saturday's four-team trade. This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions. They currently are 10th in the WNBA standings. Taurasi averaged 16.2 points, 3.9 assists and 3.4 rebounds last season for Phoenix, who finished15-21 and lost in the first round to the eventual champion Las Vegas Aces. And on the acrylic shelves lining the walls, Taurasi and Taylors new little one already has a great collection of inclusive childrens books, such as Pink Is for Boys by Robb Pearlman. [34] Taurasi averaged 17.8 ppg helping the Mercury to another playoff berth with a 1618 record. [52] On February 16, 2011, Taurasi was finally cleared of doping allegations. The returns for season 19 on a multi-year contract!https://t.co/d5qEpJ4gyD pic.twitter.com/qkdYytqr62, Im still competitive, still driven, still want to play, I still love being a part of USA Basketball, she said. The WNBA's all-time leading scorer has only played with the Mercury since being drafted No. Taurasi grew up in Chino, California, where she attended and played basketball at Don Antonio Lugo High School. She holds the franchise record in 16 categories and with 9,693 points in her career should go over the 10,000-point mark next season if she stays healthy. The property was first listed for sale in April at $3.399 million, according to public records. Taurasi also won the WNBA Finals MVP for the second time in her career. "That was out of line. Others who had achieved this were Ruth Riley, Sheryl Swoopes, Cynthia Cooper-Dyke, and fellow Huskies Swin Cash, Kara Wolters, and Sue Bird, with further players added to the list in following years. We'll be in touch if we look into your question. "The way she prepares her body, how much she cares about winning, and how much she cares about our franchise on and off the court are just a few of the things that make her a transcendent athlete and quite literally the greatest of all time. Feb 18 (Reuters) - Diana Taurasi, the WNBA's all-time leading scorer, has signed a multi-year contract to remain with the Phoenix Mercury, the team said on Saturday. We wanted to ensure we softened the space in the nursery with a variety of fabrics, Taylor tells AD. A piece of art called Rise II hangs above the West Elm x PBK Mid-Century 6-Drawer Changing Table. In 2012, Taurasi had an injury-riddled season, playing only eight games. Phoenix Mercury Star Skylar Diggins Smith Calls Her Coach A Clown . "So, it's tricky," Bird said. 46 wasn't all that different from the first 45. Without a healthy Taurasi, the Mercury barely made the playoffs as the number 8 seed with a 1519 record. Robert Lane of Shorewood Realtors was the listing agent. Diana Taurasi faced off one last time against rival superstar Sue Bird, who is retiring at the end of the season, with Taurasi scoring 28 points in a 94-78 Mercury win. They complemented the plethora of Taurasi's Mercury and Team USA jerseys that dotted the crowd. In the 2014 season, with a supporting cast of all-star power forward Candice Dupree (who was traded to the Mercury in 2010), rising star Brittney Griner (who was drafted 1st overall in the 2013 WNBA draft) and the arrival of new head coach Sandy Brondello, the Phoenix Mercury finished 295, setting the record for most wins in a regular season, earning the top seed in the western conference. 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[51] In a statement, the Turkish basketball association revealed that the WADA-list banned substance was modafinil. Free shipping for many products! Taurasi, Pondexter and Taylor led the Mercury to their first WNBA title. [46][47] The Mercury had finished 139 as the number 5 seed, they defeated the Washington Mystics 8584 in the first round elimination game, however they would get eliminated by the Minnesota Lynx in the second round elimination game by a final score of 8079. for 1+3, enter 4. He had stopped in to see a local women's basketball team in Yekaterinburg, and "literally fell in love with the point guard, Anna Arkhipova". In the first round, the Mercury eliminated the Seattle Storm two games to none. They figured out their plans for dinner. Taurasi received a technical and then continued to follow Reneau toward midcourt, expressing her outrage as teammates attempted to get in between her and the ref. The deal means the 40-year-old . Diana departed this 1,029,337 square foot home in 2018.