Minnesota Lynx Take The 1-0 Series Lead Against Golden State (101-72)

Minnesota Lynx Take The 1-0 Series Lead Against Golden State (101-72)

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by | Sep 14, 2025 | Featured, Minnesota Lynx, WNBA

The Minnesota Lynx knew their opponents after the game on Thursday. It just so happened to be the Golden State Valkyries for the 1st Round of the WNBA Playoffs. The Lynx have MVP front runner Napheesa Collier and the Valkyries are led by Veronica Burton who should be the Most Improved Player.

The Valkyries came into Game 1 looking extremely comfortable in the 1st half as it seemed as though every thing went down. Veronica Burton damn near played the whole game and started Golden State off with a couple of 3 pointers to give them the lead. The Valkyries biggest lead of the game was 10 points and they tried their best to keep the Lynx fans out of this game. The Valkyries had 4 scorers in double figures and they barely played the bench as they have a tall task ahead in this game with the #1 seeded Minnesota Lynx.

Veronica Burton gave her all as she finished with 14 points, 5 rebounds, and 7 assists on the day. The Lynx held the Valkyries under 40% from the field and 3 point land on the day as the defense was swarming in the 2nd half.

The Minnesota Lynx started off the game a little shaky but that would change quick with a couple of Kayla McBride 3 pointers. Playoff KMac was locked in as she was aggressive on both ends of the floor from the jumpball. Some of the timely shots that Kayla McBride hit throughout the game helped slow the leakage when the Lynx trailed.

 

The momentum shifted ASAP when Natiesha Hiedeman came in the game as she was electric in transition and was a menace on the defensive end as well. The energy that Hiedeman comes in with it’s contagious and she makes everyone around her better as she was able to finish with 18 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 assists in the day. There’s no doubt in my mind that Hiedeman is the 6th Woman of the Year as it should be a no brainer.

 

We talked about the spark that Kayla McBride & Natiesha Hiedeman had to get the Lynx rolling but it was the MVPhee that closed the door on the Valkyries. Napheesa Collier was able to get to her spots with ease as no one on the Valkyries were able to slow her down. Phee was able to finish with 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists on the day and was even able to rest as the Lynx had the game out of hand. Napheesa Collier is a walking cheat code with her play on both ends and the Minnesota Lynx have what it takes to get to the finish line.

The Lynx shot 51.5% percent from the field today and it was a delight to see Dijonai Carrington back on the court as well as she came back from her shoulder injury. In her 11 minutes she played amazing defense on Burton and knocked down 2 three pointers. Jessica Shepard was able to make an impact in this one with 12 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists. This Lynx team is stacked and they will be a tough out for anyone.

Game 2 will be on Wednesday as the Lynx head out to San Jose to try and finish the series.

 

Sep 14, 2025 No Comments
Minnesota Lynx Put On A Show Against The Valkyries In Regular Season Finale (72-53)

Minnesota Lynx Put On A Show Against The Valkyries In Regular Season Finale (72-53)

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by | Sep 11, 2025 | Featured, Minnesota Lynx, WNBA

The Minnesota Lynx came into the last game of the regular season knowing they had the 1st seed already wrapped up. What they don’t know is who they will be playing on Sunday until after the game. 

The game was rugged to start out as both the Valkyries and Lynx were playing very good defense. The Lynx were able to get it going and they were led by Napheesa Collier. All season long Napheesa has been able to put the team on her back and did just that again tonight. Napheesa finished with 19 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists. With her performance tonight she was just the 2nd player in WNBA History to join the 50/40/90 club.

One thing about Napheesa Collier she’s a team first player and she has improved on both ends every season. The other player that has been on a heater as the young kids say these days is Natisha Hiedeman. She’s been able to notch a couple of 20 point games down the stretch and she should be the front runner for the 6POTY in the WNBA. Tonight she poured in 21 points and was a complete blur on the court as no one was able to keep up with her in transition. When Hiedeman’s locked in like she was tonight it’s tough to beat this Lynx team. 

The Valkyries weren’t backing down in that 1st half as Kalia Charles was keeping them in the game alongside Veronica Burton. Overall it was just tough for the Valkyries as the Lynx are loaded with talent and a roster that’s on a revenge tour after last season. The Valkyries will be turning around and facing the Lynx in the 1st round of the WNBA playoffs which start on Sunday. 

Sep 11, 2025 No Comments
Minnesota Lynx Outlast The Liberty In 1st Finals Rematch (100-93)

Minnesota Lynx Outlast The Liberty In 1st Finals Rematch (100-93)

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by | Jul 31, 2025 | Featured, Minnesota Lynx, WNBA

The hype surrounding the 2024 WNBA Finals rematch was plastered everywhere on social media. This go around it would look different as New York was without Breanna Stewart who’s nursing an injury and they added Natasha Cloud as their point guard. The Minnesota Lynx came back this season with their core and are on pace to wreck the whole WNBA with their dominant play from the MVP front runner Napheesa Collier.

The Minnesota Lynx were able to showcase what exactly happens when all of their All-Stars are playing at an elite level. Courtney Williams didn’t have it going with her jump shot tonight but she impacted the game in so many other ways defensively and offensively. Courtney finished with tying her career high in assists with 13 as she was a master in the pick n roll and was able to find people in the right places on some nasty dimes that she dropped. What’s not always spoken about is the fact that Courtney’s one of the best point guards when it comes to rebounding as she was able to grab 9 rebounds against the Liberty. The way that Williams knows how to control the pace of the game and make the right play at the right moment has been clutch for Minnesota.

Napheesa Collier and Kayla McBride were spectacular tonight as they were able to put the team on their backs. The two All-Stars combined for 54 of the 100 points that they scored against New York. Napheesa was having her way in the paint with her footwork and being able to knock down the 3 pointer when the Liberty gave it to her. Every time the Liberty were trying to make a run it was Napheesa Collier who was able to help the Lynx pull away. Kayla McBride was hitting shot after shot as she was locked in on both ends as she was also helping Carleton defend Sabrina Ionescu. KMac’s contribution tonight was hugely needed as the Lynx needed all 8 of the field goals that she was able to make.

Jessica Shepard came in the game and showed her dominance in the paint asap. Jess only played 16 minutes and she had 8 points, 3 assists, and 9 rebounds. She took advantage of that Liberty second unit and made them pay. Natisha Hiedeman had 10 points that were clutch with 8 of them coming on her own 8-0 run late in the game. When Natisha plays with this confidence in her game it’s tough for anyone to match the Lynx player for player.

The Liberty tried to come back late in the game as Sabrina went nuts in the 4th quarter and finished with 31 points. It will be interesting to see how things play out with a healthy Liberty team but they fought back tonight as Jones wasn’t able to get going like she usually does against opponents. These teams will be playing against each other a couple more times in the coming week or so as things line up for a late playoff push.

The Lynx have been the clear favorite in the WNBA this season and have stepped up their game for every team that tries to test them on a nightly basis.

Jul 31, 2025 No Comments
Minnesota Lynx Steamroll The Las Vegas Aces (109-78)

Minnesota Lynx Steamroll The Las Vegas Aces (109-78)

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by | Jul 25, 2025 | Featured, Minnesota Lynx, WNBA

The Minnesota Lynx are coming off of beating the Chicago Sky last game. The game tonight they play against the Las Vegas Aces who come in 12-12 on the season as they’ve been riddled with injuries this season. The big matchup of the night was of course A’ja Wilson vs Napheesa Collier. Last years MVP of the W against the odds on favorite MVP for this season.

The Lynx were able to set the tone defensively in this game early and they were able to get Wilson into foul trouble ASAP. Wilson had 2 quick fouls in the 1st and that got her off her game instantly as Minnesota was aggressive from the tipoff. Courtney Williams and Napheesa Collier were on a mission tonight to put the team on their back and they did just that combining for 48 of the Lynx 109 points tonight.

 

Collier was impressive on both ends of the floor tonight especially with her defense on A’ja Wilson holding her to only 15 points and 7 rebounds on the night. Collier was able to get to her spots with ease and Williams was able to find her on that pick and roll all the way to her 25 point performance. Courtney Williams was unreal from the field scoring 23 points on 10/12 shooting from the field as the Aces had no answer for her pull up jumper in transition. When Williams has it going like this it’s tough for any team to beat the Lynx.

Bridget Carleton has been able to be a huge key to the win streak as she’s finding a rhythm and getting aggressive with her shot selection. Tonight Bridget finished with 14 points and 6 rebounds for the Lynx. When BC is playing at this level the Lynx get more opportunities especially in 2nd chance points with her hustle plays. The Aces were leaving Bridget alone and she made them pay big time as you can see her confidence going through the roof.

Jessica Shepard finished with a double double against the Aces with 10 points and 13 rebounds. She was an absolute beast in the paint tonight and was able to bully the Aces in the paint. Jessica brings that extra rebounding that the team needs and when Lan only playing 18 minutes tonight Jess stepped up in a huge way. The Lynx depth has been on full display and the Aces ran into a buzz saw that they weren’t ready for as the Lynx bench added in 30 points.

Jewell Loyd went 0/10 from the field and wasn’t able to get it going at all and if the Aces were going to have a chance they needed her and A’ja to show out. The Lynx defense was dominate tonight as they them out-rebounded the Aces (48-30) and they got to the line 38 times tonight. Up next the Lynx will be playing against the Atlanta Dream as they will be in for a competitive game.

 

Jul 25, 2025 No Comments
Minnesota Lynx Cruise To Victory Against The Chicago Sky (91-68)

Minnesota Lynx Cruise To Victory Against The Chicago Sky (91-68)

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by | Jul 23, 2025 | Featured, Minnesota Lynx, WNBA

The Minnesota Lynx are fresh off their WNBA All-Star Weekend, where Napheesa Collier took home the ASG MVP. Right back to action on Monday night, the Lynx had to gear up to play the familiar Chicago Sky. Tonight, it was Bridget Carleton who got the party started on the offensive end as she was coming out aggressive with her shot selection. On the defensive end, Napheesa Collier had an incredible sequence where she legit blocked 3 shots in one play. This Lynx team has been able to showcase a lot of depth, and it was on full display against Chicago tonight. It was a well-balanced attack from Minnesota as the whole starting five was in double figures. Both Kayla McBride and Napheesa Collier finished the game with 19 points each. Angel Reese was able to get to the paint and do some damage, but the job that Maria did on the paint was very impressive. Angel finished with 11 points, 3 assists, and 11 rebounds on the night, but the Lynx were in control all night as the team defense was on full display. The Lynx pulled away from the Sky in this game with their defense, and that turned into offense as they forced 17 turnovers. Natisha Hiedeman got banged up in this game with an ankle injury that was pretty much the only thing that didn’t go Minnesota’s way on the night. This team is dangerous with the depth overall, and it’s going to be interesting watching the 2nd half stretch of the season. The Lynx have been playing with amazing confidence and extreme chemistry as they’re proving that no other team can stop what they have brewing. It will be a great test this weekend with the Las Vegas Aces coming in with A’ja Wilson.

 

Jul 23, 2025 No Comments