The locker room erupted. Three straight games, three straight triple-doubles, and Alyssa Thomas had just joined Nikola Jokić in an exclusive club that spans both professional basketball leagues. On August 7, 2025, Thomas delivered another milestone performance, guiding the Phoenix Mercury to a 95-60 rout of the Indiana Fever while cementing her place among basketball’s elite.
How Did Alyssa Thomas Match Nikola Jokić’s Historic Achievement?
Thomas entered WNBA history Thursday night, becoming the first player in league history with three consecutive triple-doubles while posting a plus-minus of at least +20 in each contest. She now joins Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokić as the only players in NBA or WNBA history to accomplish this rare feat.
Alyssa Thomas has 3 straight triple-doubles while having a +/- of +20 or better in each game.
She joins Nikola Jokic as the only players in NBA/WNBA history to do so. pic.twitter.com/oZyLuywoy7
— Polymarket Hoops (@PolymarketHoops) August 8, 2025
In the Phoenix Mercury’s dominant 95-60 victory over the Indiana Fever, Thomas produced 18 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists, marking her third straight triple-double and fourth this season. Her performance not only secured another blowout win but also extended her already impressive WNBA record of 19 career triple-doubles, a total that surpasses the combined count of the next five players on the all-time list.
🚨 ALYSSA THOMAS BECOMES THE FIRST PLAYER IN LEAGUE HISTORY TO RECORD THREE STRAIGHT TRIPLE-DOUBLES 🚨 https://t.co/K8ubtnt9SM pic.twitter.com/iL6Zedp21k
— WNBA (@WNBA) August 8, 2025
The numbers tell the story of complete dominance. Over her last three outings, all Phoenix victories, Thomas has averaged 13.7 points, 11 rebounds, and 10.7 assists while shooting an efficient 61.5 percent from the field. During that span, the Mercury outscored opponents by 73 points when she was on the court.
What Did Thomas Say About Making WNBA History?
“I couldn’t do it without my teammates,” Thomas said. “I needed that last assist and everyone wanted to make sure that I got it, so just super happy to be here, super grateful for my team and it’s an honor.”
DeWanna Bonner helped make the night even more special, scoring a game-high 23 points against her former team in what became a statement win. Bonner had requested and received her release from the Fever earlier this season, adding extra motivation to her performance.
Meanwhile, Sophie Cunningham paced Indiana with 18 points on 6-of-9 shooting in her return to Phoenix, but the Fever struggled offensively throughout the contest. The night took another difficult turn when Indiana lost guard Sydney Colson to a non-contact left leg injury.
The absence of Fever star Caitlin Clark continues to impact Indiana’s offense. Clark missed her ninth consecutive game due to a right groin strain, and without her playmaking ability, the team lacked the rhythm needed to compete with Phoenix’s balanced attack.
How Has Thomas Transformed the Mercury This Season?
Thomas’ dominance has been central to the Mercury’s resurgence in the 2025 campaign. After missing several weeks early in the season with a calf injury, she has returned to average 15.9 points on 53.3 percent shooting, 8.7 rebounds, a league-best 9.2 assists, and 1.6 steals per game.
This season marks Thomas’s first in Phoenix after spending 11 years with the Connecticut Sun, where she led the team to two Finals appearances. Her departure from Connecticut came after she criticized the organization’s lack of resources, including the absence of a dedicated practice facility.
The contrast couldn’t be starker. While the Sun sits last in the standings at 5-24, the Mercury are firmly in playoff contention at 19-11, riding the momentum of Thomas’s historic run and her ability to elevate teammates around her.
As Thomas continues her chase for MVP honors, her record-breaking performances have transformed Phoenix from a playoff hopeful to a legitimate contender. The fact that she shares this exclusive achievement with Jokić, one of the NBA’s most dominant players, speaks to just how special this run has become.
