[1] The team returned to the newly renovated Phoenix Suns Arena this season.
Originally the team had planned to be elsewhere for the 2021 season, but renovations were finished ahead of schedule.
The Mercury had a spectacular return from the Olympic break, winning all seven of their games in August.
The Mercury extended their winning streak into September, and won their first three games of the month.
The Mercury had home court advantage, meaning the first two games were played in Phoenix.