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Sam Thomas (basketball)

Sam Thomas is an American professional basketball player who currently plays in the WNBA. After going undrafted in the 2022 WNBA draft, she successfully made the Phoenix Mercury's roster that same year. Prior to her professional career, Thomas played college basketball at the University of Arizona.


June 14, 1999: Sam Thomas' Birth

On June 14, 1999, Sam Thomas was born. She is an American professional basketball player.

2017: Committed to Arizona

In 2017, Thomas committed to playing basketball at the University of Arizona after being ranked 92nd overall by ESPN HoopGurlz.

February 21, 2020: Career-high 31 points against Utah

On February 21, 2020, Thomas scored a career-high 31 points against Utah, which included going 13-for-13 from the free throw line.

2022: Made Phoenix Mercury roster

In 2022, Sam Thomas was undrafted in the WNBA draft, but she successfully made the Phoenix Mercury roster.

2022: Signed with Phoenix Mercury

In 2022, Thomas went undrafted in the WNBA draft but later signed a training camp contract with the Phoenix Mercury and made the Opening Night roster.

June 21, 2023: Returned to the Mercury

On June 21, 2023, Thomas returned to the Mercury, signing a Hardship Contract with them, after being waived at the end of training camp for the 2023 season.