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The Phoenix Mercury’s early struggles are raising questions about their consistency, while the New York Liberty are having trouble living up to expectations. Sabreena and Annie break down the teams that are already creeping close to the panic button this early in the season, as offseason decisions begin to show their impact across the league. Injuries are also taking a toll on multiple teams, shifting momentum and exposing early weaknesses. And for a few others, the panic meter is already starting to rise.
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Satou Sabally's split from the Mercury may be the New York Liberty's gain by Annie Costabile
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"Why It's Already Panic Mode For These WNBA Teams" is an episode of No Offseason: The Athletic Women's Basketball Show. Runtime 49 min. Published May 29, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.