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# WATCH: Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner Relive Memories of Mercury's 2014 Championship 10 Years Later ## Taurasi, Griner Reflect on Historic Championship > * Watch the video on the Mercury's website. Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner, two of the most iconic players in WNBA history, reunited recently to reminisce about their 2014 championship with the Phoenix Mercury. In a video posted on the Mercury's website, the duo shared their memories of that special season and the impact it had on their careers. “It was one of the most amazing experiences of my life,” said Taurasi. “To win a championship with this team, with these players, it was something I'll never forget.” Griner, who was named the Finals MVP that year, echoed Taurasi's sentiments. “It was a dream come true,” she said. “I had always wanted to win a championship, and to do it with this group of women made it even more special.” ### A Dominant Season The Mercury finished the 2014 season with a 29-5 record, the best in the WNBA. They then swept the Chicago Sky in the Finals to claim their third championship in franchise history. Taurasi and Griner were both key contributors to the Mercury's success that season. Taurasi led the team in scoring, averaging 20.3 points per game, while Griner was a force on the defensive end, averaging 3.8 blocks per game. ### A Lasting Legacy The 2014 championship was a defining moment for both Taurasi and Griner. It cemented their status as two of the greatest players in the game and helped to inspire a new generation of women's basketball players. “I think that championship run really helped to put women's basketball on the map,” said Taurasi. “It showed the world that we can play at a high level and that we can be just as exciting as the men.” ### Looking Ahead Taurasi and Griner are both still playing at a high level, and they are both hoping to add to their legacy in the years to come. “I'm not ready to retire yet,” said Taurasi. “I still have a lot of basketball left in me.” “I'm just focused on winning another championship,” said Griner. “I want to go out on top.” ### Legacy of Perseverance and Inspiration – Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner have been pioneers for women's basketball. – The two have been playing together for over a decade and have won multiple championships. – They have inspired a new generation of women's basketball players.