Mercury land Kelsey Plum in win-now trade
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The Phoenix Mercury acquired guard Kelsey Plum from the Los Angeles Sparks for guard Monique Akoa Makani, plus a 2027 first-round pick and a 2028 second-rounder, adding Plum who averages 23.9 points and 6.4 assists this season and has been out since June 21 with a leg injury. The Sparks sit at 10-17 and fired their GM as they rebuild; Plum, a pending free agent, could help Phoenix's playoff push as they contend with injuries and roster changes ahead of the deadline.
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