Thomas, who was twice a WNBA finalist with the Sun, is yet to win a championship despite consistently being one of the most productive players in the league. New teammate Sabally is also likely to share the same motivation as Thomas, with Copper being the only one amongst the Mercury's new big three to have tasted championship success in the past.

Sabally had the first question, jestfully asking the WNBA’s All-Time triple-double leader: “How many triple-doubles can I expect from you this season?” Thomas chuckled, joking it was up to Sabally to make her shots.

Satou Sabally is one of WNBA's bright young stars, coming off one of her best single-season performances in 2024.