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Lynx Clinch No. 1 Seed, Set Team Wins Record With 94-70 Win Over Sun

Home court throughout an expanded postseason strengthens Minnesota’s title path with depth plus a healthy Napheesa Collier.

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 27: Marina Mabrey of the Connecticut Sun handles the ball during the first half of a game against the Dallas Wings at College Park Center on August 27, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Napheesa Collier, shown here in action earlier in the season, scored 17 points and added nine rebounds to lead the Minnesota Lynx to a 94-70 win over the Connecticut Sun on Saturday at Mohegan Sun Arena. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Overview

  • Alanna Smith and DiJonai Carrington scored 18 points apiece, while Napheesa Collier added 17 points and nine rebounds.
  • The Lynx hit 15 of 28 from beyond the arc and totaled 27 assists on 34 made shots, reflecting crisp, balanced offense.
  • Minnesota improved to 31-8, establishing a single-season franchise record for victories in the WNBA’s 44-game schedule.
  • Courtney Williams reached 4,000 career points as Minnesota extended a 42-29 halftime lead and closed strong in the fourth.
  • Connecticut’s recent uptick under first-year coach Rachid Meziane stalled as the Sun shot 36.2% and fell to 10-28 after entering with day-to-day injury concerns.