.WNBA superstar Diana Taurasi became the first player in league history to reach 10,000 points Thursday night. The 41-year-old PhoenixMercury point guard is more than 2,500 points ahead of second-place scorer Tina Thompson.
The 41-year-old point guard led her Phoenix Mercury to victory with 42 points in a rout over the Atlanta Dream, 91-71. Taurasi is far-and-away the WNBA's all-time leading scorer, more than 2,500 points ahead of second-place Tina Thompson.The first WNBA player to 10k career points @DianaTaurasi 👏🏾 pic.twitter.
While the record counts regular-season scoring, Taurasi is also the league's all-time leading scorer in the playoffs, as she has won three WNBA championships and two Finals MVPs. She has been in the Mercury her entire WNBA career. “Diana’s achievement stands as a testament to her skill, determination, and unwavering dedication to the game, which along with her competitive nature, has captivated fans with her incredible scoring ability, clutch performances, and unparalleled basketball IQ. We are honored to witness this milestone," she said.
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