After going undrafted in 2023 WNBA Draft, Monique Akoa Makani went from an unknown Training Camp invitee to a full-time starter for the Phoenix Mercury in 2025. She started 47 games (including the WNBA Finals) and established herself as a “3-and-D” specialist, shooting 41% from three and proving she could defend elite guards.
Lexi Held (Mercury) • Justė Jocytė (ASVEL) • Jovana Nogic (Phoenix Mercury) Marta Suárez (Phoenix Mercury)
2023
April 10 — Undrafted in the 2023 WNBA Draft
2025
March 25 — Signed a training camp contract with the Phoenix Mercury
May 14 — Officially named to the Mercury’s opening day roster, earning a starting spot by the second week of the season
2026
April 14 — Signed a two-year contract extension with the Phoenix Mercury
