One lucky fan will receive an authentic 2007 WNBA championship ring on May 17 during the Mercury home opener courtesy of the Arizona Lottery. The 14k white gold ring covered in diamonds is identical to the ring which will be received by the Mercury players. To qualify for the authentic championship ring, fans must log on to phoenixmercury.com and play the interactive, Arizona Lottery Scratchers “Bling, Bling, Win a Championship Ring” game between now and May 11. Fans must be 21 to play.

Featured on ABC, the 2007 WNBA Champion Phoenix Mercury will tip-off its 2008 season at US Airways Center with Championship Saturday on May 17 at 12:30 p.m. Pregame will include a celebration surrounding the championship ring ceremony and banner unveiling. Courtesy of Arizona Lottery, 5,000 fans will receive a championship replica ring upon entry.

Eight finalists selected at random will be contacted by a Mercury representative and will have the chance to win the authentic Phoenix Mercury 2007 WNBA championship ring during an on-court presentation at the Mercury’s 2008 home opener. One lucky winner will take home the grand prize ring.

Each fan who plays the Arizona Lottery “Bling, Bling, Win a Championship Ring” Scratchers game will win a prize. Prizes include autographed Mercury items, Suns gear, Mercury tickets for opening night, and more.

Tickets to the home opener are on sale now and can be purchased online at www.phoenixmercury.com , by phone at 602.252.WNBA, at the US Airways Center box office and at all Ticketmaster locations. Fans who would like to receive future ticket offers prior to public on sale dates can sign up to become a member of Downtown Live free of charge at www.phoenixmercury.com .