All articles tagged with #minnesota lynx
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Star Tribune
Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier addressed concerns about officiating and leadership issues in the WNBA during a media session, highlighting ongoing inconsistencies that affect the league's integrity.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve was ejected and criticized the officiating after an 84-76 playoff loss to the Phoenix Mercury, during which her player Napheesa Collier was injured, raising concerns about league officiating standards.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Star Tribune
A'ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces won her record fourth WNBA MVP award, beating out Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier, who had a historic season but was sidelined by injury. Wilson led the league in points and blocks, helping her team secure the second seed, while Collier achieved a rare 50/40/90 shooting season and led the Lynx to the top seed. The season was marked by Collier's injury and a significant loss to Wilson's team, setting the stage for potential finals matchups.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Star Tribune
The Minnesota Lynx staged a remarkable comeback from a 17-point deficit to beat the Golden State Valkyries 75-74 in the WNBA playoffs, with key performances from veterans like Napheesa Collier and Kayla McBride, securing a 2-0 series lead and advancing to the semifinals.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Minnesota Sports Fan
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Angel Reese, a talented but problematic player, and her fit with the Chicago Sky and the Minnesota Lynx's decision to avoid her in the draft, highlighting her recent suspension and ongoing issues with team management.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
The 2025 WNBA playoffs feature top teams like Minnesota Lynx, Golden State Valkyries, and Las Vegas Aces, with detailed analysis of each team's season performance and matchup prospects, highlighting Minnesota's dominance, Golden State's historic expansion success, and the Aces' late-season surge.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by SB Nation
The article ranks the top four WNBA teams most likely to win the championship this season, highlighting the Minnesota Lynx as the top contender due to their strong performance and team depth, followed by the New York Liberty, Las Vegas Aces, and Atlanta Dream, each with their own recent successes and key players. The article also mentions honorable mentions like the Phoenix Mercury and Seattle Storm.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ESPN
The Minnesota Lynx traded for Dallas Wings guard DiJonai Carrington, acquiring last year's Most Improved Player, along with the Wings receiving Diamond Miller, Karlie Samuelson, and a 2027 second-round pick, in a move to strengthen their roster.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Hindustan Times
Napheesa Collier, star forward of the Minnesota Lynx and league-leading scorer, exited a game against the Las Vegas Aces with an apparent right ankle injury and will undergo further testing, raising concerns about her health amid her MVP-caliber season.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Minnesota Lynx
The Minnesota Lynx waived forward Alissa Pili, who played 14 games this season with modest stats, after being drafted eighth overall in 2024; the team is preparing for their upcoming game against the Chicago Sky.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NBA
The Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx have partnered with Jump to become the first professional sports teams to offer a fully integrated, direct-to-consumer fan experience and ticketing platform, enhancing fan engagement and personalization starting with the 2025-2026 seasons.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Athlon Sports
Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve voiced her disappointment over the limited number of All-Star selections from her top-ranked team, criticizing the voting process that resulted in only two Lynx players, Napheesa Collier and Courtney Williams, being chosen for the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game, despite the team's strong performance and other deserving players like Kayla McBride not being selected.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
The Indiana Fever, despite injuries and roster challenges, won the WNBA Commissioner's Cup final against the Minnesota Lynx, showcasing resilience and team effort, especially in the absence of star Caitlin Clark, and securing a midseason trophy.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by New York Post
The Indiana Fever won the WNBA Commissioner's Cup final 74-59 against the Minnesota Lynx without Caitlin Clark, thanks to strong performances from Natasha Howard and others, overcoming an early deficit and a poor shooting night by the Lynx.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NBC Sports
The Indiana Fever won the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup by defeating the Minnesota Lynx 74-59, despite missing star Caitlin Clark due to injury. The Fever overcame an early deficit with strong defense and balanced scoring, while Minnesota struggled offensively, leading to their worst shooting performance of the season.