The Phoenix Mercury are making moves to stay competitive, and their latest acquisition could be a game-changer off the bench.

On Wednesday, the Mercury traded for forward Chloe Bibby, sending the draft rights to Julia Ayrault to the Portland Fire in return. The deal adds a sharp-shooting frontcourt player to Phoenix's rotation just as the WNBA regular season tips off.

Bibby, a 6-foot-2 forward from Horsham, Australia, brings a valuable skill set that the Mercury were actively seeking: floor spacing. She shot an impressive 40.5% from three-point range during the 2025 season, which she split between the Golden State Valkyries and Indiana Fever. That kind of efficiency from a player her size is a rare commodity, and it's exactly what Phoenix needs to stretch defenses and create room for their stars.

While Bibby isn't expected to log heavy minutes, she projects as a reliable spark plug off the bench. In a league where shooting and versatility are at a premium, having a knockdown shooter who can also hold her own in the frontcourt is a smart addition for a team with championship aspirations.

Bibby's path to Phoenix has been winding. She played college ball at Mississippi State and Maryland before making her WNBA debut in 2025. This offseason, Portland selected her with the 11th pick in the expansion draft, but the Fire ultimately decided to flip her to the Mercury rather than keep her on their roster.

And yes, before you ask—Chloe is not related to the former NBA point guard Mike Bibby. But if she keeps shooting like this, she'll make a name for herself in the desert.