The Minnesota Lynx were coming into this game without the MVP front runner Napheesa Collier tonight. Without Napheesa Collier in the lineup Minnesota still has a deep rotation of players highlighted by Courtney Williams and Kayla McBride.
Both the Lynx and Sparks struggled with getting into a rhythm tonight as the game was back and forth. That’s when Kayla McBride inserted herself into the game with instant shoot making ability. Kayla was able to get to her spots and had the Sparks players confused on the defensive end. Kayla McBride is one of the most elite shooters in the world and she put the Minnesota Lynx on her back in that 2nd half. Kayla was able to get her 3 point shot going but then that opened up opportunities for her to drive in and dish to other teammates. Kayla finished with 29 points and showed up when Coach Reeve needed her the most especially with Napheesa Collier out. McBride has talked about playing with joy and if she continues to play with that joy the Lynx can be holding that championship trophy.
Tonight Courtney Williams was McBrides running mate and was able to pour in 18 points on her own while defending Plum on the other end. Courtney was able to flourish in her own way getting others involved while looking for her own shot. The Sparks had no answer for Williams as Courtney was able to get to her mid-range with no hesitation. The Lynx got some good minutes from Pili who was locked in on both sides tonight as well. It’s been good to see her and Diamond be able to carve out some minutes in the rotation.
The Sparks were able to get things going early but they slowed down in the 2nd half. Plum was the leading scorer for LA with 15 points. The Lynx defend really well and the Sparks has no answer for it especially with Minnesota making the right hustle plays.
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