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Carrington’s Third-Quarter Burst Lifts Lynx to 83-71 Win Over Liberty

Carrington’s arrival fortified Minnesota’s bench defense to fuel its title push.

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Aug 10, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Minnesota Lynx guard DiJonai Carrington (3) passes the ball to guard Natisha Hiedeman (2) as New York Liberty guard Natasha Cloud (9) defends during the second half at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Overview

  • DiJonai Carrington scored 15 points, grabbed six rebounds and tallied two steals in 24 minutes off the bench in her third game with the Lynx.
  • Her third-quarter 14-0 run at Barclays Center turned a tight contest into a commanding lead en route to an 83-71 victory over the defending champion Liberty.
  • Minnesota’s defense forced 18 New York turnovers, converting them into 22 points and showcasing the league’s top-rated unit.
  • Reserves Natisha Hiedeman and Alanna Smith combined for 21 points and sustained momentum as Minnesota coped without injured starters Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart.
  • The win improved the Lynx to 27-5, maintaining their hold on the Western Conference’s top spot and reinforcing their championship aspirations.